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ACL Community and Family Learning

ACL Community and Family Learning - Courses starting Monday 19th April

Upcoming FREE courses starting on Monday 19th April – still a few spaces available:

Monday 19th April

Fun and Games to build vocab- Primary

12:30-2:30pm

(just this session)

This course is aimed at making speaking and listening fun. Through a variety of games you will learn how to improve your child's vocabulary

To book onto this session please copy/click link:

https://tinyurl.com/2k497f4a

Psychology behind Healthy Eating

7:00-9:00pm

(course over 2 weeks)

If it was easy we would all eat healthy all the time! Come along and discover some of the psychology which affects our food choices

To book onto this session please copy/click link:

https://tinyurl.com/3hjtczyn

Tuesday 20th April

Sibling Rivalry

12:30-2:30pm

(just this session)

Parenting is not an easy job at all and at this time we all feel that we are being tested. Some days are better than others but life is not easy all living under one roof all of the time. This course is  designed to support you to understand your children and provide parenting support. It covers how to deal with the sibling rivalry and give you strategies and practical tips on how to cope with this.

To book onto this session please copy/click link:

https://tinyurl.com/cf7wth3y

 

Wednesday 21th April

Cooking on a Budget

9:30-11:30am

(just this session)

Do you want to find some top tips for cooking on a budget.

Eating healthily can seem even more challenging than usual right now. Experts are encouraging us all to implement a healthy diet to support our immune system to help fight against the virus, as well as reminding us to maintain any individual requirements we may have to support underlying health conditions such as diabetes. However, we are equally being asked to avoid popping out for just one or two items - it may be time to get a little inventive! Come and join us for this FREE online session.

To book onto this session please copy/click link:

https://tinyurl.com/2x8v5x3p

Understanding Teens

6:30-8:30pm

(course over 4 weeks)

Parenting is not an easy job at all and at this time we all feel that we are being tested. Some days are better than others but life is not easy all living under one roof all of the time. This course is  designed to support you to understand your teenager and provide parenting support. It covers boundaries, communication skills, understanding feelings and emotions and most importantly how to have fun as a family.

To book onto this session please copy/click link:

https://tinyurl.com/229jbcjt

Thursday 22nd April

Supporting your SEND child

9:30-11:30am

(just this session)

This is a  workshop designed to support you with practical tips and strategies on parenting your child. Boundaries have to be firmer with a SEND child and this is a challenge. You will also be able to meet parents who are in a similar position as yourself.

To book onto this session please copy/click link: https://tinyurl.com/5ehnrwcr

Home Learning Hub – French is Fun

9:30-11:30am

(just this session)

Learning a second language at an early age can help boost memory retention and concentration.  On this workshop you will learn different games and activities to boost your child’s knowledge in French.  Learn about which websites are best for French education.  French is Fun.  Help give your child find the `joy of languages

To book onto this session please copy/click link: https://tinyurl.com/ahd33nmd

 

Setting Boundaries

12:30-2:30pm

(just this session)

Communication is key in any team, and a family is no different! Do you feel like you are on repeat? Why not come along to our FREE workshop - on how to set successful boundaries and keep them.

To book onto this session please copy/click link: https://tinyurl.com/3t45aune

Technology for Wellbeing

6:00-8:00pm

(just this session)

This workshop will explore what technology is available to help with self-care including how to not let it take over your life.

To book onto this session please copy/click link: https://tinyurl.com/23a423p3

Choices and Consequences

7:00-9:00pm

(just this session)

A workshop to explore how using effective choices and consequences can help our parenting skills

To book onto this session please copy/click link: https://tinyurl.com/ayteduwx

Friday 23rd April

Baby and Toddler Talk

9:30-11:30am

(just this session)

Did you know that a child’s vocabulary at three is significant in how successful they will be at school? How children learn language – and how important you are as parents in that process. Ways to help support speech, language and communication skills.

To book onto this session please copy/click link: https://tinyurl.com/dx5fha9s

 

Successful Goal Setting

6:00-8:00pm

(just this session)

This workshop will explore how to set SMART goals in every area of life to achieve your dreams.

To book onto this session please copy/click link: https://tinyurl.com/yn44nfps

Monday 26th April

Assertive Parenting Toolbox

12:30-2:30pm

(just this session)

 

This workshop will explore what tools we have as parents in our toolbox and how we can make them more assertive

To book onto this session please copy/click link:  https://tinyurl.com/64vtvvvr

Tuesday 27th April

Developing a Growth Mindset in Children

12:30-2:30pm

(just this session)

 

Children are under more pressure than ever to learn due to missing so much valuable teaching time during lockdown. This workshop explores how we can help our children to develop a growth mindset. Once this is in place they can learn, grow and thrive.

To book onto this session please copy/click link: https://tinyurl.com/583jwdx4

Wednesday 28th April

SOS Substituting in the Kitchen

10:00-12:00pm

(just this session)

What?!!!  I haven’t got the right ingredients?  How can I put a meal together?  This workshop aims to help you put family friendly meals together without the usual ingredients.

To book onto this session please copy/click link: https://tinyurl.com/4j5334zn

 

 

 

Easing of restrictions – are you overjoyed or overwhelmed?

12.4.21

Go to this SwayBLOG

 

And our full upcoming courses – are available here.

 

NO TIME to come to a Live session,

- why not try one our FREE NEW “FUNSIZE” FAMILY LEARNING Learn anytime sessions

 

THESE ARE FREE SESSIONS WHERE YOU CLICK THE LINK BELOW, BOOK ON THE COURSE,  ACCESS THE INTERACTIVE LEARNING, TELL US WHAT YOU THOUGHT AND THEN DOWNLOAD A CERTIFICATE OF ATTENDANCE.

 

Title:

How to Access:

 

BRINGING THE BEACH HOME!

 

Ideal for parents of Early Years and Primary

Click here to access this FREE session -

https://share.nearpod.com/uVlDuxzI2cb

 

or go to join.nearpod.com or in the download Nearpod app and enter the CODE- VC48R

 

 

Looking after your wellbeing

 

 

 

Ideal for any parent, grandparent or carer to look after your wellbeing or use it support conversations with your young people about good family wellbeing habits.

Click here to access this FREE session –https://share.nearpod.com/fhy8bitAwab

 

or go to join.nearpod.com or in the download Nearpod app and enter the CODE-  G59CA