A Joyous Way to Learn Workshop with Jim Gill

Music Play to Promote Readiness, Literacy, Math Development and Inclusion

This lively session incorporates Jim's most recent songs as well as in-depth discussion connecting music play with school readiness, literacy development and early math development.

Early childhood professionals will leave the session inspired to share a new repertoire of songs and playful literacy activities with the children they care for. Even more, they will leave the session understanding that what is most challenging about working in early childhood is also what makes the profession so exciting. When we define our teaching as helping children learn, we not only provide joyous challenges for the children. We also keep ourselves engaged and rejuvenated by watching their excitement as they learn. This workshop will include a discussion connecting the practical activities in the session with the 5 practices of the ALA’s Every Child Ready to Read program.

Location: Meeting Room ABC