Makaton NZ (keyword signing)

Learn to use basic keyword signs to support your child’s development of communication. Research shows that using signing supports their development of speech and language. Keyword signing is used in homes, educational settings and other environments to ensure your child is getting every opportunity to develop their ability to understand the world around them and express their basic needs and wants.

You will learn how to do basic signs including the alphabet and keywords. You will be able to use basic signs when reading to your child , singing a song, commenting on things you hear and see in their world.

This is appropriate for anyone wanting to start using keyword signing with their child at home, or with a child/children they work with (e.g., early childhood centre).

You can order the “Sign Illustrations for Makaton Core Vocabulary” prior to the course or wait until the course. You do not need the book to attend the course.

Included: 1.5 hours introductory session plus keyword signing book “Makaton Core Vocabulary (NZ Version).

Day/Time: Evenings - 4 sessions 2.5 hours

Cost: TBC

Book: $35 for the “Sign Illustrations for Makaton Core Vocabulary”

Location: 4/114 St Georges Bay Road, Parnell

Parking: FREE in carpark of complex after 5pm

 

Development:

Speech, Language and Communication

Parent Information session focusing on the developmental milestones of children aged Birth to 7 years old. Learn about the ages and stages of development in the areas of speech, language, and communication.

Go home with tips to support your child’s development

What we will cover:

  • What to expect when your child is 1, 2, 3 years old and older in their speech and language development, including school readiness skills and literacy.

  • Bilingualism - what are the myths around bilingualism, and how to support your child.

  • Factors that do and do not affect development

  • We hear comments all the time that discourage parents from seeking help for their child. We will review some myths such as “my cousin’s wife’s son didn’t talk until he was 4 and he’s fine now”, '“we don’t work on speech sounds until a child is…”, “bilingual children are always delayed”, “his sister talks for him all the time”.

  • What is “Early Intervention” and why is it important - and when to seek help for children.

    Included: 1.5 hours session about Speech and Language development and how to support your child.

Day/Time: tbc

Cost: $45 per person

Location: 4/114 St Georges Bay Road, Parnell

Parking: FREE in carpark of complex

 

ACTIVEating:

Advancing Children Therapeutically In Variety Eating

A developmentally appropriate approach, which facilitates feeding skills, addresses behavioural issues, and uses sensory exposure to promote variety eating and healthy eating habits in young children.

  • limited food repertoire?

  • refusal to try different foods?

  • spits foods out?

  • prefers certain textures or temperatures?

Course Information:

Date and Time to be confirmed (if you are interested please submit the form and we can notify you of upcoming courses)

Location: 4/114 St Georges Bay Road, Parnell

Parking: Street parking starts at $2.50 p/hour. Wilson Parking at 96 St Georges Bay Road starts at $2 p/hour