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Shalom! I am supposed to be writing about early literacy and how reading to your child at an early age is connected to academic success. Literacy skills and language begin at birth so introduce books early. Don't wait! (The amazing Jan Parish is going to be in Shayna's Village to explain all of this in great detail. Please don't miss her workshop! I am not kidding when I say her simple suggestions can change the course of the way your child thinks and learns.) Reading to children benefits their developing minds, it's true, but there is more, and that is what I'd like to talk about here. As I started to reminisce about reading to my boys when they were young, I was flooded with memories. Visions of favorite book covers and illustrations splashed around my brain. I called both of my boys, apologized for the randomness of the conversation, and forced them to share their earliest memories of all of us reading together. After some hesitation, they both humored me, knowing full well they didn't have a chance of distracting me from "another one of those mom things." I am happy to report that it didn't take long for them to start rattling off titles and memories with enthusiasm that matched mine. There were lots of "wows" and "oh, yeahs" as we helped each other remember. It was clear that none of us had thought about those days for a long time. Eventually, the separate conversations ended in agreement- those were happy, treasured times. So, yes, reading to your children is very important... for more than just academic reasons. What strikes me now, 20 years later, is how much we bonded over those books. Talking about them brought back so many memories of scrunching into one bed, laughing, snuggling up, and winding down our long day together. We share those memories and no one can take them away from us. As my youngest pointed out, "I don't remember every detail vividly, but the feelings are there. C'mon, mom, you know what I mean. You either have them or you don't. You're either in or you're out." I am so glad to say I am all in! Below is a short list of book titles we collectively agreed were our favorites: Dear Zoo by Rod Campbell Owl Babies by Martin Wadell The Witch's Hand by Peter Utton The Stinky Cheese Man and Other Fairly Stupid Tales by John Scieszka and Lane Smith Where the Wild Things Are by Maurice Sendak Once Around the Block by Kevin Henkes Each Peach Pear Plum by Janet and Allan Ahlberg Mr. Gumpy's Motor Car and Mr. Gumpy's Outing by John Burningham Arnie and the Stolen Markers by Nancy Carlson And the one I still can't get through without crying, The Giving Tree by Shel Silverstein Sincerely,  Karen Duncan, Director of Shayna's Village | |
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It Takes a Village!
Hello! My name is Bridget Hawley and I am a volunteer in Shayna's Village. Each month I would like to introduce you to someone who is teaching or working closely with us in Shayna's Village. This month, many of you will recognize the individual we are spotlighting and I hope you will enjoy learning a little more about her.
Jan Parish, M.Ed., is a nationally-known early childhood consultant and speaker with twenty-four years experience as an author, teacher, and early literacy specialist.
As a working mother of four, Jan understands the challenges modern parents face as they cope in today's fast-paced, multi-tasking world. And she also understands how parents feel stressed by educational and cultural expectations that pressure their children to achieve early.
Her empathy for parents motivates her to share her extensive experience and knowledge about how children learn to talk, read, write, and think well in their earliest years.
Jan conducts popular presentations on best practices in early literacy, offering practical ideas both at-home and working parents can easily incorporate into their daily routines.
She shows parents how they can catapult their children into school success without adding to their already burdened schedules or purchasing expensive software programs and "educational" toys.
Jan's ideas are enthusiastically received by parents so inspired they don't want to leave at the end of the session. Parents and teachers alike appreciate the depth of her knowledge, her easy-to-use, practical advice, and her dynamic, engaging speaking style.
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Playful Early Learners
Workshop for Parents
at Shayna's Village
We are thrilled to be able to have national early childhood consultant and speaker, Jan Parish, teach her series Playful Early Learners at Shayna's Village starting in October!
Jan teaches four engaging workshop
sessions that will inspire and empower you as a parent.
Session I: October 19, Language Shapes Thinking
Session II: October 24, Learning with Magical Read-Alouds
Session III: November 2, Storytelling to Scribbling to Writing
Session IV: November 9, Backyard Wonder to Little Professor
To learn more about Jan Parish or sign up to attend this great series click here.
All sessions will take place in Shayna's Village from 9:30 to 11:00am.
FREE babysitting is provided to anyone attending this event (child must be 6 months old and sitting up). RSVP for babysitting is required.
JCC members who have attended Jan's workshops say the following:
Lisa K. says...
I can't begin to tell you how much I enjoyed your workshop and can't wait to go back to the JCC in the spring... Now that we're getting settled into our new home, I'll be able to read them the other books I ordered off of your reading list. What a huge gift that list is!!! It really does make all the difference to read the appropriate material. I'm so excited to see what Miles and Campbell get excited about next and I can't thank you enough for sharing all of this wonderful information!!!
Look very forward to seeing you in November.
Stacy N. says...
Words cannot express how thankful I am for this program. It has meant everything to me and my children. I have learned how to talk to my children and how to encourage them to speak to me. In just a few weeks my son is already singing to me! He is also making up new words to songs! He never sang before and now he loves it and comforts his baby brother in song. Thank you so much. Our lives are forever changed for the better. Thank you, Jan!
Jodi H. says...
You have inspired me to educate my children every day in everything I do. My husband and I believe it is our responsibility to foster a love of learning in our children. You have given us the inspiration and the valuable tools to do so.
I can't thank you enough. My mind has been transformed into the mind of an "everyday learner," and hopefully, that will transfer to my girls!
Elmarie M. says...
It was wonderful to hear in words what my husband and I believe about young children and learning. You confirmed that a love of books, not technology, brings forth technology!
Melinda P. says...
Everyday Learning & Literacy has taught me to be more patient with my children. This program has given me insight into how young children learn and grow. I now have the right resources and information for my children to help them with their learning. Thank you, Jan.
Heather S. says...
I am a first time parent of 20 month boy/girl twins. Although I have a BS degree in Health Education, other than babysitting jobs when I was young, I had no early education experience. Your workshop program was inspiring, empowering, motivating and, of course, educational. You gave me practical ideas on how I can help my children learn better each and every day. Thank you!
Terri C. says...
With your Everyday Learning & Literacy program I have a framework in how I approach and foster my child's development. I feel more confident in raising a well-adjusted, successful, "good learner". I love all the ideas for different activities that are easy to do. I can impart this information to my husband, friends, and family so we can all participate in developing an inquisitive, analytical child.
Sounds like I'm going to be learning a lot about animals & nature and enhancing my own vocabulary! I'm tired of just learning about different kinds of trucks! Thank you!
Jill G. says...
This workshop was amazing! I learned so much and have told all my friends and family about the program. Every parent of children birth to age 5 can benefit
from taking Everyday Learning & Literacy. Jan is full of energy, passion, and incredible knowledge.
Julie O. says...
Your quote, "Positive parenting is hard & Punitive parenting is easy" has changed the way I parent on a day to day basis. I love the phrases "You can do it" and "You did it." They have entered my everyday vocabulary. There are now a lot fewer battles and yelling as I keep your positive parenting points in my mind everyday.
Bridget H. says...
This workshop program has given me confidence as a parent. Now I know that I don't have to worry if my children have memorized the alphabet. I have learned how to give them a love of learning by being a great mom!
Jennifer D. says...
This program was refreshing and energizing. Great ideas, great motivation!
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Does your Kindergartener want to be a ROCK STAR? Shayna's Village is excited to announce the addition of Kindergarten Guitar Star on Tuesday afternoons! This exciting program will not only have your child strumming along to their favorite songs, but will teach them musical notes, introduce them to different types of music, and give them a great musical foundation! Guitars are provided! All you need to do is show up! Sign up now as space is limited!
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Session II Schedule
We are currently registering for Session Two in Shayna's Village.
The new session will start on Monday, October 24.
If you haven't already signed up we encourage you to do so, as many of our classes are filling up!
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Upcoming Dates...
October 11: Sukkot Program at Waterford Lakes 10am
October 13 & 14: Shayna's Village will be closed in observance of Sukkot.
October 19: Jan Parish Playful Early Learners, Session One 9:30-11:30am
October 20 & 21: Shayna's Village will be closed in observance of Shemini Atzert and Simchat Torah
October 24: Session II of Shayna's Village starts
October 26: Jan Parish Playful Early Learners, Session Two 9:30 - 11:30am
November 2: Jan Parish Playful Early Learners, Session Three 9:30 - 11:30am
November 9: Jan Parish Playful Early Learners, Session Four 9:30 - 11:30am
November 13: Family Festival at Crane's Roost Park
November 24 & 25: Shayna's Village will be closed in observance of Thanksgiving.
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Not a member of the Village?
It is easy to join! For a $125 you can become a member of our Village for one year. Enjoy all the FREE family events and register for all our classes at a discounted rate!
Not sure you want to join, you can still sign up for a class, just ask about the non-member rate!
Contact Karen Duncan at 407-645-0923 or karend@orlandojcc.org for more questions.
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Featured Class
FREE FAMILY FRIDAYS
If you are a Shayna's Village or JCC member and you are looking for something FUN and FREE to do on Fridays, stop by Shayna's Village and enjoy an entire morning of family activities!
Stories & Snuggles
Friday 10:15 to 10:45am
Come snuggle in the Village and listen while we read stories together in this open library time.
Snack Date
Friday 10:45 to 11:15am
Enjoy complimentary challah with your child and then stay and play.
Music Concert
Friday 11:15 to 11:45am
Enjoy a 30 minute interactive concert that includes lots of music, movement, and instruments!
1st Friday of every month, members also have the opportunity to chat with Dr. Rachel Prete, a local pediatrician with CFP Physicians Group, during snack date.
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Join the PJ Library today!
The PJ library is a national book program implemented on a local level. It is a program of the Harold Grinspoon Foundation, and it is made possible through partnerships with philanthropists and local Jewish organizations throughout North America.
PJ Library mails free, high-quality Jewish children's books and music to families across the continent on a monthly basis. Today, more than 70,000 families in more than 135 communities in the United States and Canada are able to explore the timeless core values of Judaism through the art and literature of these free children's books.
All families raising Jewish children from age six months through five, six, seven or eight years, depending on the community, are welcome to enroll.
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Sukkot Story Time
at Waterford Lakes
Tuesday, October 11
10am - 11am
Barnes and Noble, Waterford Lakes
Come shake the lulav and join us for some Sukkot fun!
Stories
Songs
Crafts
Build a Sukkah
Don't miss the change to get a goodie bag and win a Sukkot door prize!
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Shayna's Village Session Two
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Remembering Shayna...
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Matt, Justin and Shayna Presser
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Shayna Cai Presser was a preschooler when she died of cancer in the early 1990s.
Her time spent at the Jewish Community Center in Maitland, however, led her parents to establish a place there in her honor with an endowment fund.
Shayna would have been 20 years old this year.
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Shayna's Village is located within the Early Childhood Learning Center at the Roth JCC Maitland Campus. When your child begins in our preschool, your entire family joins the JCC family. Both moms and dads
make new friends through our fitness center and classes, sports leagues, arts programs, and family events. At the JCC, the entire family makes friends for life.
Schedule a tour of our preschool today!
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