Professional Development Workshops
Words on a Page
A Workshop About Writing For Teachers of Kindergarten to Grade 7*
October 22, 2010 • 9:00 AM to 2:30 PM, followed by a trip to Kidsbooks • $60
Before voice or word choice, good writing begins with words on a page. Often getting our students past their initial protests of, “We don't know what to write about!” presents our biggest challenge. In this full-day workshop, educator Dr. Christianne Hayward and poet Laura Farina will give you the theory and tools you need to avoid blank notebooks and blank stares. Using tested techniques from the successful children's writing workshops at The Lyceum, they will show you to how to turn favourite books into writing prompts that are guaranteed to get your students’ pens flying. Then, with a nod to the 6 +1 Traits of Writing, they will walk you through the workshopping, editing and publishing process.
* specific examples will be given to tailor this workshop for each grade level
Storytelling
A Workshop for Early Childhood and Primary Educators
November 25, 2010 • 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM • $60
Early Childhood and Primary Educators are invited to join us for an evening of storytelling. How do you add voice to story? How do you animate characters? How do you help students feel the suspense of a story as it unfolds? This workshop will address these questions while introducing you to some of the best in children’s literature. The hands-on evening will conclude with each participant making props for two stories -- the beginning for your very own storytelling library.
Linking Books Through Abstract Themes
A Workshop for Early Childhood and Primary Educators
January 27, 2011 • 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM • $60
In this practical workshop, Dr. Christianne Hayward will discuss how educators can use picture books to
fuel generative curriculum. She’ll share with you books that address the abstract concept of what it is to be human. Then she will demonstrate how you can incorporate wide-ranging discussions and activities into your classroom, and let the interests of your students help set the directions that your explorations take. She'll show you how to link books through sub-themes, opening the door to the best in children's literature today.
Teaching Social Responsibility through Literature
A Workshop for Elementary Teachers
March 25, 2010 • 7-9pm • $50
Join Dr. Christianne Hayward for an inspiring discussion about how educators can use high quality picture books to empower students to make a difference. Participants in this workshop will be presented with the best in children’s literature, with particular attention to books that nurture reflective thinking and respectful action. Christianne will demonstrate the process of juxtaposing books that deal with the same general topic from different perspectives.
Writing Provocations
A Workshop for Teachers of Grade 2 to 7
April 28, 2011 • 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM • $60.00
Having a list of no-fail writing provocations in your back pocket can be a lifesaver. In the relaxed environment of the Lyceum, teachers are invited to join us for a discussion about writing prompts that are guaranteed to inspire students. Techniques from the successful writing workshops at Christianne’s Lyceum will be explored, and teachers will be given an opportunity to share their own experiences and successes. We’ll even try out a few prompts ourselves, including tackling a
piece of collaborative poetry! Teachers will leave with a handout of easy-to implement provocations that they can use the next morning.
Storytelling
A Workshop for Early Childhood and Primary Educators
May 26, 2011 • 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM • $60
The return of our popular Storytelling Workshop means new stories and props, as well as the opportunity for new and experienced storytellers to engage in discussions on a wide range of topics including differentiating storytelling from
story reading and when to augment stories beyond their original form. Each participant will have the opportunity to make props for at least two stories.
To register for our workshops, please call 605.733.1356 or email us at lyceum@christiannehayward.com. Participants will receive a certicate to recognize their attendance at a Professional Development event.
Previous Workshops
Empowering Students, Facilitating Change
Date: October 23, 2009
Fee: $50 per session ($90 for both)
Join us in the relaxed atmosphere of Christianne’s Lyceum of Literature and Art on October 23, for two professional development workshops aimed at empowering students to make a difference in their classrooms and communities. Coffee, tea and light refreshments will be served.
Observation and Recording:
Tools for Co-Constructing Curriculum in Early Childhood and Primary Education
Time: 9:30 to 11:30 AM
When students are included in the process of constructing curriculu
m, they take ownership over their own learning, applying tools from the classroom to all areas of their lives and becoming life-long learners. Join Dr. Christianne Hayward as she lays bare the observation and documentation techniques that she’s used to successfully co-construct literature-based curriculum in her own kindergarten, primary and intermediate programs.Workshop participants will leave with practical strategies for observing and documenting the work that goes on in your own classroom, and using these observations to create curriculum that allows your students to make meaning, engage with ideas and find their place in the wider world.
The workshop includes:
• a list of books referred to in the workshop
• a handout detailing observation, documentation and co-constructing techniques
• a suggested reading list
Reading for Environmental Sustainability:
Using Literature to Make a Difference
Time: 1:00 to 3:00 PM
As evidence of the threats posed by climate change mount up around us, we risk alienating our students and causing them to distance themselves from environmental issues by giving them the impression that it’s already too late. As educators, we have a responsibility to weave informed hope into our curriculum and empower our students to make a difference. Join Dr. Christianne Hayward for a discussion about using literature as a tool to inspire youth on issues surrounding environmental sustainability.
The workshop will include discussion, as well as a hands-on demonstration. You will leave with powerful tools to inspire the passion necessary for change in your students.
The workshop includes:
• a comprehensive list of excellent picture books, read aloud novels and books that can be used for literature circles and novel studies
Story-Telling Workshop
Download the PDFDate: October 8th, 2009Time: 6:30pm - 9:30pmParticipants
of this workshop can expect to be exposed to an outstanding array of
resources and story-telling techniques. The hand-on portion of this
workshop allows for the sharing of ideas and networking between
collegues. The Lyceum offers an open, pleasant environment where
teachers can relax and enjoy the learning process. Highlights of the workshop will include:- Discussion regarding when to augment stories beyond their original format
- Differentiating story-telling from story-reading
- Opportunity for participants to make props for at least one story to take away
Tea, coffee and book viewing at 6:30 pm. A light dinner will be served at 6:45 pm followed immediately by theworkshop presentation at 7:00 pm.Linking Sophisticated Picture Books Around Themes of Social ResponsibilityDownload PDFDate: April 30th, 2009Time: 6:30 - 9:30pm (Aimed at Primary and Intermediate Teachers)Participants of this workshop can expect to be presented with some of the best in children’s literature. Christianne will pay special attention to books that nurtures reflective thinking and respectful actions.She will highlight the process of linking books through a variety of subthemes such as: - “little people make big changes”
- “don’t be furious, be curious”
- “what goes around comes around”
- “some rules need to be broken for the right reasons”
- “conservation is a global responsibility”
Expect to see some familiar favourites alongside an exciting collection of brand new material!Tea, coffee and book viewing at 6:00 pm. A light dinner will be served at 6:30 pm followed immediately by theworkshop presentation.District Wide Professional Development Day 2008
For more information, download the Information Pack (PDF)Graphic Novels With Susan
9:00 - 11:00 a.m.(Late Primary& Intermediate Grades) In this session Susan Ma, an established graphic novel expert, will guide you through the process of selecting books in this ever emerging alternative literature format. Participants can expect to leave fully inspired to bring graphic novels into the classroom. Christianne and Susan will highlight connections between graphic novels and curriculum objectives.Christianne’s New Picks & Old Favourites
12:30 - 2:30 p.m.
(Intermediate Grades)
Professional Development Workshop Series
A series of inspiring presentations within an open, pleasant, environment where teachers can relax and enjoy the learning process. Participants can anticipate practical handouts and an exposure to an outstanding array of resources.At each session, participants can anticipate:- An inspiring presentation
- A practical handout
- Exposure to an outstanding array of resources
- The opportunity to share ideas and network with colleagues
- A light dinner.
Select books used in this workshop will be available for purchase by participants. Participants will receive a certificate to recognize their attendance at a Professional Development Event.
Sessions will start at 6:30 with a light dinner and browsing of materials. The formal part of the workshop will start at 7:00 and conclude at 9:30 PM.
Fall Series flyer (PDF)
Story Telling Workshop (October 2nd, 2008)
For educators of young children (ECE - Grade 3)
Using Sophisticated Picture Books to Set the Stage for Literature Circles (October 30th, 2008)For educators of intermediate and middle school youth
Graphic Novels: Separating the Wheat from the Chaff (November 27th, 2008)For educators of middle and high school youthWinter Seminars
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Spring Seminars
TBA
Fall Seminar: Story Telling Workshop
A seminar for educators of young children (ECE - Grade 3).
Highlights of this workshop will include:
- Discussion regarding when to augment stories beyond their original format
- Differentiating story-telling from story-reading
- Using props tp bring stories to life
- Opportunity for participants to make the props for at least one story to take away.
Date: October 2nd, 2008
Time: 6:30 - 9:30 PM
Cost: $40.00/person + gst
Fall Seminar: Using Sophisticated Picture Books to Set the Stage for Literature Circles
A seminar for educators of intermediate and middle school youth
. Highlights of this workshop will include:
- Demonstration of several picture book and novel pairings
- Modeling how to set the context for a particular issue using picture books with "savvy pre-teens and teens"
- Exposure to literature circle sets that support social responsibility themes.
Date: October 30th, 2008
Time: 6:30 - 9:30 PM
Cost: $40.00/person + gst
Fall Seminar: Graphic Novels: Separating the Wheat from the Chaff
A seminar for educators of middle and high school youth.
Highlights of this workshop will include:
- A brief history of graphic novels and manga
- Discussion of why graphic novels deserve shelf space in every classroom
- Ways to link graphic novels to social responsibility themes in the social studies curriculum
- Exploration of literary elements found in graphic novels such as irony, metaphor, symbolism and imagery.
Date: November 27th, 2008
Time: 6:30 - 9:30 PM
Cost: $40.00/person + gst
