A-8: Early Childhood Education During Polarizing and Stressful Times (repeat D-6)
Part of MNAFEE Conference 2026
Thursday 23 April 2026·3:00 pm
Early Childhood Educators are tasked with showing up for children with joy and energy, even when children, their caregivers, and educators themselves are feeling the strain from challenging times locally, nationally, and globally. Early Childhood Educators are faced with creating an environment that welcomes all families and supports children as they learn and process through play. How are we handling what can be varied and difficult roles in our work? Together we will share our wisdom and support each other through a guided, informal conversation
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A-10: Tackling Tough Topics with Diverse Caregiver Groups
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