“Parenting with Emotional Intelligence: Supporting Your Child’s Emotional Journey” is a 4-week course designed specifically for parents who wish to enhance their ability to support and guide their children through the emotional learning process. This course aims to equip parents with the knowledge and tools necessary to reinforce and complement the emotional education their children receive in the “Exploring Emotions: Learning Together” program. The course is available in both English and Spanish.
Course Structure:
Duration: 4 weeks (one lesson per week)
Week 1: Understanding Emotional Intelligence and Emotional Literacy
- Introduction to the concept of emotional intelligence and its importance in child development.
- Overview of the four levels of the children’s course to understand what your child will be learning.
- Techniques to enhance your emotional vocabulary and express emotions effectively.
- How to help your child identify and articulate their emotions using age-appropriate language.
- Activities to practice emotional literacy together with your child.
Week 2: Building Emotional Awareness and Strengthening Bonds
- Strategies to create an emotionally aware home environment.
- Exercises to improve emotional awareness and mindfulness in everyday family interactions.
- The importance of secure attachment and emotional bonding.
- Activities to strengthen the emotional connection between you and your child.
- Role-playing activities to model healthy emotional expression and communication.
Week 3: Managing Stress, Anxiety, and Promoting Positive Behavior
- Identifying sources of stress and anxiety in both parents and children.
- Practical stress management techniques, including breathing exercises and mindfulness practices.
- How to create a supportive environment to help your child cope with anxiety.
- Understanding the relationship between emotions and behavior.
- Techniques for positive reinforcement and constructive discipline.
- Strategies to help your child develop self-regulation and emotional resilience.
Week 4: Encouraging Emotional Growth and Planning for the Future
- Supporting your child’s emotional development through play and creative activities.
- How to use stories, art, and role-playing to explore and understand emotions.
- Creating family routines that promote emotional well-being and growth.
- Reflecting on the progress made throughout the course.
- Setting goals and creating a plan for ongoing emotional education and support.
- How to continue fostering a nurturing and emotionally intelligent family environment
Teaching Methodology:
- Online Video Lessons: Weekly lessons delivered in a video format to provide flexible and engaging content.
- Interactive Activities: Practical exercises and activities designed to be completed with your child.
- Discussion Forums: A platform for parents to share experiences, ask questions, and offer support to one another.
- Live Q&A Sessions: Weekly live sessions with experts in emotional education to address any questions and provide personalized advice.
Additional Resources:
- Reading Materials and Resource Links: Recommended readings and online resources to deepen your understanding of emotional intelligence.
- Interactive Tools and Apps: Digital tools and apps to practice emotional skills and track progress.
- Support Materials: Worksheets, activity guides, and templates to support your learning and application of course concepts.
Certification:
Parents who complete all activities and participate in the evaluations will receive a certificate of completion. This certificate acknowledges their commitment to enhancing their parenting skills and supporting their child’s emotional development.
This 4-week course is designed to provide parents with a condensed yet comprehensive understanding of how to support their child’s emotional journey, fostering a positive and emotionally intelligent home environment.
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