Curriculum and Lesson Plans Archives

Jan

S.T.E.M. in Early Childhood

This course is replacing the original four part S.T.E.M. course series. The original S.T.E.M. courses will remain on the site until 3/1/22 so that customers who have already purchased them will have time to complete them. Contact us if you have already purchased part of the original S.T.E.M. series and would like to purchase the […]

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Apr

Curriculum and Lesson Planning – Online

If you are employed in a state that uses a registry to track professional development hours, you will be able to provide your registry ID (Stars, MOPID, Registry or other ECE ID#) after you have completed the quiz for the course. If you pass the quiz we will report your course completion to the state […]

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Course - Sensory Processing in Early Childhood

"I found this course very informative. I appreciated the explanations of the various issues related to SPD and how it affects our children. Also, there were excellent examples of practical ways of controlling some of the many sensory experiences you find in classroom environments."

Mary H. Kentucky 6/10/2022

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Course - When Children Bite

"Bright Minds Training shares valuable information that teachers can incorporate into their daily lesson plan. If a teacher wants to expand her lessons in music, art, science, handling emotions of toddlers, etc., Bright Minds Training has sound suggestions to increase students’ education and also take time to comfort and explain to students when there are negative comments and/or actions from other students."

Elizabeth E. Missouri 5/29/2022

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Course - Positive Behavior Management: Focusing on Children with Special Needs

"This training was unlike any other training I have taken on the subject through other sites. very informative, relatable and easy to understand."

Becky O. Missouri 5/24/2022

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Course - Music and Movement: Bonus Section, Make Your Instruments

"Bright Minds Training promotes music and its positive effects on the development of children. It explains how important it is to stimulate the minds of young toddlers with a variety of music, instruments and incorporating different cultures within this context."

Elizabeth E. Missouri 5/12/2022

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Course - Back To Basics Teaching Colors, Shapes, Letters and Numbers

"It was very helpful and provided insight on how to teach kids with various methods. I was pretty lost at how to teach numbers to kids before taking the assessment. It definitely helped."

Stacy D. Michigan 5/11/2022

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Course - Autism 101: An Overview of Early Identification and Supporting Families

"Site is easy to navigate Gives important info without extra fluff, you actually learn and retain info."

Erin F. Missouri 5/11/2022

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Course - Preparing Preschoolers for Kindergarten

"This was probably one the best trainings I have ever done. I was very informational and kept me engaged the whole time."

Jennifer P. Oklahoma 5/6/2022

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Course - Science and Sensory: Bonus Section, Cooking With Kids

"I love everything about Bright Mind training! Easy to understand keeps your attention and you can pause the training if needed"

Alysia F. Oklahoma 5/2/2022

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Course - When Childhood Anxiety Leads to Challenging Behaviors

"I did learn good information and tools to use for children with anxiety and will be able to spot a child who may be suffering with this issue sooner."

Lola A. Michigan 3/8/2022

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Course - Back To Basics: Teaching Colors, Shapes, Letters and Numbers

"This training is more concise and gives more creative ideas than some of the other trainings I have taken."

Bonnie G. Michigan 3/8/2022

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Course - All About Sensory

"Great ideas that will be great tools to use in the classroom."

Bobbie N. Washington 3/2/2022

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Course - Circle Time: The Importance of Planning – Extended Edition

"Bright minds has given me awesome ideas for the classroom that are practical and the kids love."

Sidney H. Kentucky 3/1/2022

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Course - S.T.E.M. in Early Childhood

"The information was applicable, offered ideas for implementation, covered in a systematic, organized way."

Lisa E. Michigan 2/22/2022

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Course - Busy Boxes for Independent, Quiet Activities

"Courses are specific and interesting and credit is applied directly to my Registry account"

Karen S. Michigan 2/21/2022

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Course - Nutrition, Health and Hygiene

"It was very informative and interactive which helps me remember things better than just listening to videos"

Randi F. Oklahoma 2/15/2022

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Course - All About Sensory

"I really like the way pages move and are narrated. I enjoy the voice of the narrator. I feel I can understand the material since it is explained simply."

Barb G. Missouri 2/6/2022

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Course - Blocks, Math & Manipulatives: Building and Learning

"Website is easy to navigate through. Always concrete, practical ideas for the classroom. The photos and videos and helpful."

Laura O. Kentucky 2/2/2022

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Course - Indoor Energy Busters (Aka Gross Motor Activities)

"I like the way the material is presented. It was helpful to have the pictures and videos to take a screen shot of rather than having to write all the ideas down myself. The videos were entertaining! The narration was pleasant. The material will be easy to transfer immediately to the classroom. Thank you for another great learning experience!"

Carol H. Michigan 12/28/2021

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Course - All About Sensory

"Bright Minds Training did an incredible job not only teaching but providing ideas on how to implement what was taught. I also liked the parents input at the end. I also appreciated that these courses were more affordable than most."

Cynthia S.- Michigan 11/23/2021

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Course - S.T.E.M. Part Three: Engineering

"The Bright Minds training was easier to navigate than most training websites, the videos used were appropriate and not too lengthy, and my attention was engaged throughout the whole session."

Krystine F.- Kentucky 11/22/2021

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Course - COVID in Early Childhood Education

"The staff is amazing and SO helpful with questions or problems."

Brecken G.- Michigan 8/18/2021

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Course - Dramatic Play: More Than a Home Center

"Love this website! I love the instructors. I love the tech support and the ability to have answers as soon as I did to a problem that ended up being on my end. It is the perfect way to get trainings in for this mother of 3 who doesn’t have a lot of time! Thank you! Blessings."

Amanda W.- Michigan 8/7/2021

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Course - Challenging Behaviors: What needs to Change and How?

"Clear, concise & easy to follow! Challenging enough, not too overwhelming."

Kara H. - B.C. Canada 7/19/2021

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Course - When Childhood Anxiety Leads to Challenging Behaviors

"The trainings are very informative, organized, and leave you feeling with a sense that you really learned what you needed to learn."

Ashley B. - Michigan 7/14/2021

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Course - Busy Boxes for Independent Quiet Activities

"I loved that my course could pause when I needed to walk away and I could pick it back up right where I left off. The information in this course was perfect and exactly what I was looking for."

Jessica H. - Washington 6/12/2021

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Course - Busy Boxes for Independent Quiet Activities

"Trainings are high quality and practical. They offer concrete solutions and ideas I can put into practice immediately."

Chloe B. - Michigan 4/29/2021

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Course - Teaching Infants and Toddlers

"I learned a lot of great things in a short amount of time and the course kept me very interested."

Raven B. - Kentucky 4/29/2021

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Course - When Childhood Anxiety Leads To Challenging Behaviors

"The information was detailed, but not overwhelming. There was a lot of practical advise that can be implemented in the classroom easily. The “why” for how to address anxiety was always explained. There were good visuals and resources."

Teresa L. - Michigan 4/13/2021

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Course - Art for All Ages

"Bright Minds Training courses have been extremely relevant to my needs with regard to the classroom. They are easy to follow and listen to. I love that they present lot of take-home activities to use."

Susan T. - Kentucky 2/13/2021

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Course - Challenging Behaviors

"The training gives very practical skills and ideas. For every lesson, there is multiple forms of examples and even areas where you can brainstorm. Asking questions and giving you the opportunity to brainstorm helps you to think about it in depth."

Nataly S. - Missouri 2/3/2021

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Course - School Age Children: The Age Range Challenge

"This course was full of great ideas for school age kids including games and experiments. I also appreciate the reminder that these kids all have different things going on in their lives and we can help them feel valued."

Christine K. - Michigan 12/29/2020

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Course - When Childhood Anxiety Leads to Challenging Behaviors

"I appreciate the realistic ideas and suggestions. I learned more than I thought I would in an online class! Price is very reasonable too!"

Debra P. - Washington 12/24/2020

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Course - Early Childhood Management

"The access to information was so convenient. Plus the information was so relevant to what I teach today."

Lakeshia M. - New York 12/21/2020

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Course - Little People ~ Big Emotions: Identifying and Dealing with Emotions

"I enjoyed the format of the material presented. It was easy to understand and follow. The teacher made the course fun and engaging. I enjoyed the videos and extra links available for further research. Thank you for making my first experience with Bright Minds Training great."

Debbie H. - Oklahoma 12/16/2020

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Course - Back to Basics: Teaching Colors, Shapes, Letters and Numbers

"I love that the training actually applies to what I do today! There’s so many new activities that I have to try with my kids! So excited to use these."

Emily S. - Missouri 12/16/2020

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Course - Early Childhood Management

"It was easy to navigate and extremely relevant to my position. I have actually already recommended this course to another provider mid-way through."

Christina D. - Michigan 12/14/2020

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Course - All About Sensory

"Reasonable prices. Practical simple information. Incredibly easy to access."

Danielle O. - Nebraska 12/11/2020

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Course - School Age Science and Art

"I like it that they give examples of activities you can do with the children."

Taneesha P. - Oklahoma 11/23/2020

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Course - Back To Basics: Teaching Colors, Shapes, Letters and Numbers

"I like how in depth every section was. Everything was so simple to understand and the links and books are very much appreciated."

Bridget A. - New Jersey 11/8/2020

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Course - All About Sensory

"I loved the way that all the information was presented. I enjoyed the videos as well as the option to listen to the audio or just read the slides. I also LOVED all the examples and detailed ideas of ways to add sensory activities to my classroom."

Alison D. - Michigan 11/6/2020

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Course - Back To Basics: Teaching Colors, Shapes, Letters and Numbers

"I really loved the course it was engaging and offered links to resources with information that pertains to my classroom"

Melanie D. - Wisconsin 11/1/2020

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Course - The Best Me I Can Be!

"I enjoyed learning how other professionals handle delicate situations, such as; emotional outbursts and my body belongs to me. Teachers must always be willing to be students. We must consistently learn new methods, strategies and techniques."

Magdalene A. - Oklahoma 10/29/2020

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Course - What about me? A Guide to Avoiding or Overcoming Burnout

"The presenter is very knowledgeable and does her research. I feel comfortable and at ease when listening to her voice."

Nina H. - Kentucky 10/29/2020

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