Just for parents

For families with children age birth through grade 2

Why parent only classes?

Kids don’ t come with instructions.

Parent only classes are designed to meet the needs of today’ s families by providing a community and shared learning experiences for moms, dads, grandparents, and those who work with children.

Classes offer families with children ages birth through grade two the knowledge and support needed to work through the challenges of many early childhood milestones and help you raise confident, cooperative and responsible children.

Registration information can be found on pages 38-39.

NEW! Press Play

Join us as we explore the power of play in your family. Play is the foundation for learning for children and the foundation for meaningful connection in your family. Not just the cherry on top, play is the work of childhood. Learn when to step into play and when to step out of play and a variety of strategies to get the most fun out of it. This is an adult only event- no childcare is available.

About the presenter: Katy Smith has been engaging communities in conversations for more than 30 years. Katy is an educator, a trainer, and the 2011 Minnesota Teacher of the Year. Katy is the first early childhood teacher in Minnesota, and the first parent educator nationally, to be honored with the award.

NEW! No-Drama Discipline Parent Education Special Event

Imagine turning your child’ s meltdown into a peaceful, teachable moment- removing the cycle of bad behavior followed by punishment. Join us for a an engaging and inspiring evening with Dr. Tina Payne Bryson, co-author of two New York Times bestsellers,“ The Whole-Brain Child” and“ No-Drama Discipline.” Learn how to turn difficult parenting moments into opportunities for future better behavior. Using cutting-edge brain science and real-life parenting stories, Dr. Bryson shows how parents can help their children develop neurologically while minimizing the meltdowns, drama, teeth gnashing, and tears. Discover an effective, compassionate road map for dealing with tantrums, tensions and tears all without causing a scene. This is an adult only event- no childcare is available.

About the presenter: Dr. Tina Payne Bryson is the co-author of two New York Times bestsellers-“ The Whole-Brain Child” and“ No-Drama Discipline.” Dr. Bryson conducts workshops for parents all over the world. She also makes frequent appearances on“ Good Morning America,” and has written articles in TIME, Huffington Post, Redbook, The New York Times, and Real Simple.

14 anoka-Hennepin Community Education I 763-506-1275