BANANAS Workshops & Trainings
Parents & Families
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Strengthen parent-child communication through emotion coaching and positive interactions.
ZoomThis class empowers parents and caregivers to build stronger, more connected relationships with their children through the power of positive communication and emotion coaching. Participants will learn how to listen […]
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Postpartum Yoga w/Babies (aka Baby and Me Yoga)
ZoomThis class is designed to assist new parents after birth, providing a supportive community-centered environment, and an opportunity for self-care. With their babies, present or napping nearby, parents can focus […]
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Books and Bedtime (Story-time with Sign Language)
ZoomJoin pediatric Speech/Language Therapist, Carol Lettko, as she discusses ways to help little ones with speech and language during everyday experiences, with an emphasis on bedtime routines. You will learn […]
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Playgroups at Oakland Public Library
Facilitator: Mayra Morales Registration Link: In Person Playgroup Registration Come learn, discover and play with us every 4th Friday at Oakland Public library with toys, story time, arts and crafts, […]
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Increasing connection kids with the natural world
Joaquin Miller Park 3300 Joaquin Miller Rd, Oakland, United StatesMuch of our mental health issues are related to a detachment from the natural world. In this workshop, participants will learn to recognize their own relationship and needs regarding the […]
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Breastfeeding Basics: Prenatal, Postpartum and Beyond
ZoomThis class offers mothers a supportive, informative foundation for starting and sustaining a positive breastfeeding experience. Together, we’ll explore what to expect during pregnancy, how to establish effective feeding routines […]
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Hiring a Nanny 101: Introduction to the Basics
ZoomLearn hiring basics, legal requirements, and fair practices to build dignified, mutually beneficial working relationships.
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Talk, Sign & Cook With Your Little One
ZoomJoin a pediatric speech therapist to learn everyday ways to boost your child’s speech, language, and sign skills while making snacks in the kitchen!
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Hiring a Nanny 101: Drafting Your Ideal Work agreement
BANANAS 5232 Claremont Avenue, Oakland, CA, United StatesA hands-on workshop for parents to draft fair nanny contracts. Learn to define clear communication, legal pay, PTO, health and safety protections.
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Choosing Childcare
ZoomFind the right childcare: Learn to evaluate quality, safety, and licensing while gaining the confidence to ask key questions and make informed choices.
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Helping Your Child to Communicate Through Play!
ZoomJoin a speech therapist to learn language modeling and functional signing to boost your child's skills and reduce frustration by expressing needs.
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Summer Survival: Manage Transitions & Behaviors
ZoomStop the summer meltdowns. Learn strategies to end whining, ease transitions manage behavior when you're away from home.
Child Care Providers
Events
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Opening A Child Care Center
ZoomAre you thinking of opening your own child care center ? If so, this free virtual workshop is for you! Join us to talk about the steps on how to […]
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Building an Online Presence for Your Child Care Business
ZoomIn today’s digital world, parents often search online before choosing a child care provider. This workshop will help you learn how to create a simple, professional online presence that builds […]
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Opening a Family Child Care Program
ZoomAre you thinking of opening your own family child care business? If so, this free virtual workshop is for you! Join us to talk about how to become a licensed […]
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Abrir un programa de cuidado infantil familiar
Zoom¿Está pensando en abrir su propio negocio de cuidado infantil familiar? Si es así, ¡estos talleres virtuales y gratuitos son para ti! Únase a nosotros para hablar sobre cómo convertirse […]
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为您的托儿服务企业建立在线形象 (Building an Online Presence for Your Child Care Business in Mandarin)
Zoom在当今数字时代，家长通常会在选择托儿服务机构之前先进行在线搜索。本次研讨会将帮助您学习如何创建简洁专业的在线形象，从而赢得家长的信任。您将了解网站、社交媒体和在线列表等重要工具，并了解家长在寻找托儿服务时关注哪些方面。参与者将获得实用技能，以吸引更多家庭，并自信地在网上推广自己的业务。
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Session 2: Final Reflection Circle & Celebration: Growing Together
Joaquin Miller Park 3300 Joaquin Miller Rd, Oakland, United StatesThis closing celebration brings families together to reflect on growth, share successes and “real-life wins,” and honor their commitment to strengthening relationships with their children. The session includes a guided […]
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Emergency and Natural Disaster Preparedness
ZoomThis workshop equips child care educators with the knowledge and practical tools needed to prepare for, respond to, and recover from emergencies and natural disasters. Participants will review regulatory requirements […]
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观察的力量 (The Benefits of Observation）
Zoom看顾孩子是一项极具挑战的工作，细心观察总结每一个孩子的行为并不是多了一份工作而是会让我们更有效率的去了解和照顾孩子们。当您足够了解孩子们，你会发现很多问题都能更简单的被解决。我们邀请大家加入此次课程，一起学习讨论如何通过仔细地观察，记录和总结每个孩子的行为模式，从而去更加了解孩子的性格和行为。
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Playgroups at Oakland Public Library
Facilitator: Mayra Morales Registration Link: In Person Playgroup Registration Come learn, discover and play with us every 4th Friday at Oakland Public library with toys, story time, arts and crafts, […]
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Preparación para emergencias y desastres naturales
ZoomEste taller proporciona a los educadores de cuidado infantil los conocimientos y las herramientas prácticas necesarias para prepararse, responder y recuperarse ante emergencias y desastres naturales. Los participantes revisarán los […]
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Children’s Personal Rights
ZoomThis presentation focuses on the critical role of California's Title 22 Regulations in safeguarding children's personal rights within child care settings. The Title 22 Regulations are a cornerstone of children's personal […]
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Derechos personales de los niños
ZoomEste taller explora los derechos personales fundamentales de los niños en centros de cuidado infantil autorizados y la responsabilidad de los educadores y titulares de licencias de defender y proteger […]
