Online Extension Extras for Professionals Third Thursdays- Talking With Kids About Differences
December 17, 2026 7:00PM - 8:30PM
Online; 7:00-8:30pm ET
Contact: Courtney Aldrich, aldric82@msu.edu, 517-993-8649
December 17 Talking With Kids About Differences
This workshop takes a broad view of talking with kids about differences between people. These conversations acknowledge the differences that are around us and form the foundation for open and honest communication between adults and children.
This session for parents and caregivers will address the following topics:
What are social identities?
What are isms?
What are stereotypes and how do they create bias?
Why should I talk about differences?
How should I talk about differences?
Extension Extras for Professionals is a collection of free online series of childcare workshops that provide guidance for early childhood professionals and caregivers of young children. Trainings are eligible for MIRegistry hours.
Certificates for participation are provided upon completion of the class.
Participants have the option to attend and actively participate via computer, or an app on a tablet or smartphone. Attendees can also listen to the presentation via phone (by calling in). Those who choose to call in must contact the instructor for directions on how to be eligible for a certificate.
If multiple people in the same location want to participate in the webinar and need certificates, they have to join the webinar separately or contact the instructor for special instructions to each receive a certificate.
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