Join ECFE’s fall book club to discuss "The Anxious Generation" by acclaimed social psychologist Jonathan Haidt. The book investigates the link between ‘overprotection’ in the real world and ‘underprotection’ in the virtual world. A healthy relationship with technology begins early, and it helps to have a community with which you can feel confident setting expectations and norms for your family. We will dig into the book to understand the research on technology and mental health, and identify ‘guilt free’ action steps parents can take to foster children’s independence and overall well-being. Come join the discussion with a licensed Parent Educator and other parents of young children!

Join a licensed Parent Educator online for topic-specific information based on research. Feel free to enjoy your lunch with your camera on or off. You will leave with take-away tips to add to your parenting toolbox. After the 30-minute class the parent educator will take questions for those who choose to stay up to 15 additional minutes. Participants will receive a follow-up email including resources and responses to all inquiries. Encouraging Independence - Discover practical, age-appropriate strategies for supporting young children as they build confidence, problem-solving skills, and self-help abilities. Learn simple, everyday ways to foster independence at home—through routines, play, and communication—while still providing the connection and support children need.

Join a licensed Parent Educator online for topic-specific information based on research. Feel free to enjoy your lunch with your camera on or off. You will leave with take-away tips to add to your parenting toolbox. After the 30-minute class the parent educator will take questions for those who choose to stay up to 15 additional minutes. Participants will receive a follow-up email including resources and responses to all inquiries. Handling Big Emotions - Adults and their kiddos feel better when they learn to regulate strong feelings. Social interactions, learning, and health are all improved when we understand how to communicate calmly.

Join a licensed Parent Educator online for topic-specific information based on research. Feel free to enjoy your lunch with your camera on or off. You will leave with take-away tips to add to your parenting toolbox. After the 30-minute class the parent educator will take questions for those who choose to stay up to 15 additional minutes. Participants will receive a follow-up email including resources and responses to all inquiries. Looking Ahead to Kindergarten - Kindergarten registration is just around the corner. Make sure you know what to expect and have everything in place for kindergarten 2027! Whether this is your first experience navigating registering for kindergarten or you want to clarify the process, this information will have you feeling confident for next fall.

Join a licensed Parent Educator online for topic-specific information based on research. Feel free to enjoy your lunch with your camera on or off. You will leave with take-away tips to add to your parenting toolbox. After the 30-minute class the parent educator will take questions for those who choose to stay up to 15 additional minutes. Participants will receive a follow-up email including resources and responses to all inquiries. Pleasing Picky Eaters - Enjoying family dinner is a possibility with some tricks and understanding of realistic expectations.

Join a licensed Parent Educator online for topic-specific information based on research. Feel free to enjoy your lunch with your camera on or off. You will leave with take-away tips to add to your parenting toolbox. After the 30-minute class the parent educator will take questions for those who choose to stay up to 15 additional minutes. Participants will receive a follow-up email including resources and responses to all inquiries. Sleep Strategies -Sleep doesn’t have to be a nightly battle. Join us to learn gentle, practical strategies that support restful nights and brighter days—for the whole family.

Join a licensed Parent Educator online for topic-specific information based on research. Feel free to enjoy your lunch with your camera on or off. You will leave with take-away tips to add to your parenting toolbox. After the 30-minute class the parent educator will take questions for those who choose to stay up to 15 additional minutes. Participants will receive a follow-up email including resources and responses to all inquiries. Tackling Toileting - Learn how to recognize where your child is on the readiness spectrum and what signs to look for throughout this process. You’ll gain practical guidance, developmental insight, and supportive strategies to help your child move forward with confidence and reduce stress along the way. Discover clarity, patience, and tools to help your child successfully cross the finish line.

Join a licensed Parent Educator online for topic-specific information based on research. Feel free to enjoy your lunch with your camera on or off. You will leave with take-away tips to add to your parenting toolbox. After the 30-minute class the parent educator will take questions for those who choose to stay up to 15 additional minutes. Participants will receive a follow-up email including resources and responses to all inquiries. Understanding Temperament - Every child is born with their own unique temperament that influences how they interact with the world. In this online class, parents of children ages 0–5 will learn about different temperament traits, how they affect behavior, and ways to respond to their child’s individual needs. Gain practical strategies to strengthen your relationship, reduce daily frustrations, and support your child’s development by working with their temperament rather than against it.