. This is an open invitation to all parents/childcare givers in our community. Those attending can broaden the Adlerian circle by inviting fellow parents who are not associated with Kinderschool. We are always welcoming and inclusive. Support, insight and increased skills make child rearing more fun, encouraging and effective. Upcoming Lectures: - (Please Call Centre for Details) Lecture: Firm and Friendly Aston Meadows Childcare January 14th, 6-8pm 230 Calvert Road, Markham 905-998-2539 Unionville Daycare January 19th, 6:30-8:30pm 4171 Highway 7 East, Unionville 905-477-4778 Lyndhurst Nursery January 21st, 6:30-8:30pm 1 Lyndhurst Drive, Thornhill 905-886-7455 Shaughnessy Children & Centre February 24th, 6-8pm 30 Shaughnessy Blvd, 416-499-6500 Parent Drop Ins: LOCATION: 8905 Bayview Ave. (Bayview and Hwy #7) Kinderschool Adlerian Nursery TIME: 1-3 pm. Or 8-10pm. (3rd Wed. each Month) REGISTRATION: phone 905-731-9946 to speak to Nyanna who well set you up TOPICS: Wed. Jan.20th, 2010- BEDDIE BYES, BIBS AND BUMS-These are bodily functions which our children know we cannot control. Understand how to behave differently to invite your children to co-operate. Wed. Feb. 17th, 2010-SCHOOL CHALLENGES-Clarify your parenting role for schooling. Find our how to support the learning process, and help your child take responsibility for his/her education. Wed. Mar. 17th,2010-SIBLING RIVALRY OR CONFLICT-What is the difference? Unintentionally we perpetuate unrest and with new awareness we can increase peaceful family atmosphere. Wed. May 19th, 2010-HIGHER EQ/HIGHER IQ- Emotionally healthy children integrate well with others. They are risk takers. When children are feeling capable and confident they have the courage to discover and learn. Wed. June 16th, 2010-MONEY MATTERS- Children often think we have an infinite amount of money. Find out the benefits of managing an allowance. The steps to implement allowance will be discussed. Old Dates Wed. Sept. 23rd, 2009-OPEN SESSION-Those in attendance set the agenda. Wed. Oct. 21st, 2009- ENCOURAGEMENT- A misbehaving child is discouraged. Just as a flower needs rain and sunshine, a child needs encouragement. Learn specific ways to empower yourself and your child(ren). Wed, Nov. 18th, 2009-DAWDLING AND DELAY TACTICS- If routines take too long and you find yourself prodding and nagging your children, it time to discover new effective methods. Wed. Dec.16th, 2009-FIRM AND FRIENDLY-Strengthen your leadership role as a parent and maintain calm co-operation. TUES. AUG. 4TH, 2009 – ENCOURAGEMENT –Children need encouragement like a flower needs water and sunshine. Find out new ways to encourage and gain co-operation. Discover why praise in NOT encouraging. TUES. AUG. 11TH, 2009 – BEDDIE BYES, BIBS, AND BUMS – Bodily functions can’t be controlled by us, but we can find ways to encourage and minimize frustrations. Learn new strategies on how to respond effectively to your child’s needs. TUES. AUG. 18TH, 2009 – FIRM & FRIENDLY -For parents who tend to cave in, feel intimidated by their children and need to reclaim their leadership role, this session will give ways to become more assertive, confident and courageous. It is possible to follow through and maintain a close relationship with your child, TUES. AUG. 25TH, 2009 – INTERRUPTED SLEEP - Do you find your child dawdles at bedtime, wakes you in the middle of the night, and demands extra (undue) attention.? Learn how to reclaim your evenings and get peaceful, uninterrupted rest so you can face the day feeling refreshed. TUES. SEPT. 1ST, 2009 – FINICKY EATERS – Food issues and mealtimes will be discussed. Learn how to lessen your anxiety about their hunger and health. Find out the purpose of their refusal to eat. TUES. SEPT. 8TH, 2009 - COMMUNICATION – Learn specific ways of communicating effectively. The use of “I” messages, reflective listening and questioning will be discussed. The common pitfalls of communication will be addressed also. TUES, SEPT 15TH, 2009 – MONEY MATTERS – Learn about the benefits of giving allowance to your children. Money management is a very important skill for children. Wed. Apr.15th,2009 - SIBLING RIVALRY OR SIBLING CONFLICT - Find out the difference and discover appropriate parental responses for the various age groups. Gain insights on how to reduce conflict. Wed. May 13th,2009 - COMMUNICATION- Learn specific ways of communicating effectively. The use of "I" messages, reflective listening and questioning will be discussed. The common pitfalls of communication will be addressed also. Wed. June 10th,2009 - IN-LAWS NOT OUT-LAWS- Discussion will help you see foles of the family and you will gain insighton how to address comcerns of parenting. Family get togethes will be viewed and handled differently. Wed. Jan. 14th, 2009. - Anger - We will address the three belief systems that perpetuate anger. Discover ways to help constructively deal with anger. Wed. Feb. 11th, 2009. - Money Matters - Learn about the benefits of giving allowance to your children. Money management is very a very important skill for children. Wed. Mar. 11th, 2009. - - Emotionally Healthy Children - Identify the characteristics of emotionally well-adjusted children. Learn how to help your children be happy. Learn how to let go of the guilt and have the courage to say, "No!". Wed. Oct 10th, 2007. - Encouragement - A misbehaving child is a discouraged child. Here's a chance to focus on specific ways and language to encourage your child. Sometimes we as parents feel discouraged and need support. Gain insight and learn self-encouragement too. Wed. Nov. 14th, 2007. - Beddie byes, Bibs, and Bums - Bodily functions can't be controlled by us, but we can find ways to encourage and minimize frustrations. Learn new strategies on how to respond effectively to your child's needs. Wed. Dec. 12th, 2007. - Alternatives to Punishment - find ways to discipline your children so your relationship with them is enhanced and co-operation increases. Jan. 23rd, 2008 - After Kinderschool - Many parents are concerned about their child's ability to cope with the "real world" after they leave our warm, encouraging environment. Your response to school can nurture or inhibit learning. Public or Private? Feb. 13th, 2008 - Sibling Rivalry or Sibling Conflict? What is the difference and how do we deal with fighting and arguing? Gain insight on how to handle trying situations when friends come over to play. Mar. 19th, 2008 - Allowances - Find out how and when to introduce allowance. Discover what skills your child learns from having an allowance. Apr. 16th, 2008 - Communication Skills - Find out about the "I" messages, reflective listening, communication blocks and questioning. Participants will get to practice these skills. May 14th, 2008 - You Hurt My Feelings - Often children pull at our heart strings and take advantage of our kind, good nature. Learn how to say no and follow up without feeling guilty. What are the characteristics of an emotionally healthy child? June 11th, 2008 - In-laws or Out-laws - Often parents can help or hinder parents in the process of rearing. Bring your concerns up for discussion and find ways to cope with difficult situations. Looking for parenting courses? Click here .