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    “Inspiring Young Minds Through Eric Carle, Artful Storytelling.”

    by Kathy Douglas -

    “Inspiring Young Minds Through Eric Carle, Artful Storytelling.”

    • June 12, 2026 – June 26, 2026
    • Target Audience – Two’s through VPK Teachers
    • Hours – 10 In-service no fee or 1 CEU fee (18.00)
    • To register, click Inspire

    Celebrate the birthday of beloved author and illustrator Eric Carle with a joyful, hands-on professional development experience designed especially for preschool teachers. This training explores the vibrant world of Carle’s books—rich with color, texture, rhythm, and imagination—and shows how his artistic techniques can spark meaningful learning in early childhood classrooms.

    This course includes interactive read‑aloud strategies, literacy‑rich activities, and art invitations inspired by classics like The Very Hungry Caterpillar and Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? Teachers will learn how to connect visual art with early literacy, language development, and creative expression.

    Throughout the course, you will have opportunities to win books and art materials. And of course, we will celebrate Eric Carle’s Birthday on June 25, 2026!

     

     

     


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