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Theming for Early Education 100: Designing for Little Minds and Bodies

Learn the basics of immersive theming for childcare and early education, focusing on design principles tailored to young minds and bodies.

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Bonus Content: Inclusive Design Essentials PDF

Inclusive play environments provide a robust variety of activities and design features that address the physical, social-emotional, sensory, cognitive, and communicative needs of all children.

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Fun Stuff: Free Animal Alphabet Coloring Pages!

Color your way from A to Z with our free Animal Alphabet pages! Each letter introduces a fun animal friend ready for your creative touch. Perfect for little learners!

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Current and future courses for Early Education

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100-Level Courses

200-Level Courses

  • Theming for Early Education 200: Rethinking Classroom Spaces - Where Education Meets Imagination
  • Innovation in Play 200: The Future of Play - Incorporating Trends and Technology into Themes
  • Practical Applications 200: DIY Theming Tips and Tricks for Small Budgets
  • Design Principles 200: Psychology in Themed Design
  • Theming for Parks & Rec 200: Themed Design for Playgrounds
  • Inclusion & Accessibility 200: Immersive Theming and Dramatic Play
  • Inclusion & Accessibility 201: Sensory Play - Understanding the Needs and Benefits
  • Design Principles 201: Interior Design vs. Immersive Theming
  • Design Principles 202: Form and Function

300-Level Courses

  • Theming for Early Education 300: Interactive Learning Environments - Beyond Traditional Teaching Methods
  • Innovation in Play 300: Integrating Digital and Physical Play Elements
  • Practical Applications 300: Maintenance and Longevity of Themed Environments
  • Design Principles 300: Lighting in Immersive Theming
  • Inclusion & Accessibility 300: Incorporating Music, Sound, and Other Multi-Sensory Features
  • Theming for Parks & Rec 300: Innovative Indoor Playgrounds - A New Era for Community Parks
  • Theming for Early Education 301: Creating Safe and Stimulating Play Areas in Schools
  • Design Principles 301: Storytelling - Crafting a Narrative for Your Themed Space
  • Inclusion & Accessibility 301: Utilizing Artwork and Visual Supports for Inclusivity
  • Inclusion & Accessibility 302: The Importance of Active and Passive Play Settings

400-Level Courses

  • Theming for Early Education 400: How Themed Environments Can Enhance School Libraries
  • Practical Applications 400: The Concept Phase - Discovering Your Vision
  • Design Principles 400: Navigating Your Space - Thinking About Wayfinding
  • Inclusion & Accessibility 400: Designing for Accessibility
  • Practical Applications 401: Value Engineering
  • Design Principles 401: Tell Us Who You Are - Branding and Logo Design
  • Practical Applications 402: Building Success - Managing Construction & Renovation Projects
  • Practical Applications 403: Thinking Long-Term About Your Project

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