Absolutely lovely! Here's a 3-day conference plan designed for early childhood educators, professionals, and families with a focus on supporting children’s social and emotional development, positive psychology, art/play therapy, and resilience building. It includes workshops, interactive sessions, and wellness opportunities—anchored in warmth, inspiration, and practicality.
🌸 3-Day Conference: "Hearts in Bloom – Nurturing Wellbeing Through Positive Childhood Experiences"🎉 Day 0: Welcome Connection (Wednesday Evening)Theme: "Come as You Are – Connecting Our Hearts & Intentions"
TimeActivity5:00 PM – 6:00 PMArrival & Registration – Collect welcome packs, name tags, and conference guidebook.
6:00 PM – 7:30 PMCocktail Connection & Canapés – Informal meet-and-greet. Affirmation card station, connection wall (leave messages for others).
7:30 PM – 8:00 PMWelcome Address – Opening remarks, setting intentions, grounding activity. Gentle reflection: “What does wellbeing mean to you?”
🌿 Day 1: Foundations of Emotional Wellness (Thursday)Theme: "Understanding the Child Within – The Why of Wellbeing"
TimeSession8:30 AMMorning Tea & Mindful Welcome – Gratitude ritual + group breathing circle.
9:00 AMKeynote 1: "The Science of Feelings" – How brain development, attachment, and positive psychology shape children’s emotional foundations.
10:00 AMWorkshop 1: Exploring the Blob Tree & Emotion Cards – Hands-on creation of emotion cards + how to use them meaningfully with children.
11:30 AMMini-Talks Panel: Child-Led Learning, The Power of Relationships, Building Belonging in Diverse Communities
12:30 PMLunch + Lounge Conversations – Optional mindfulness walk or affirmations art station.
1:30 PMWorkshop 2: Positive Psychology in Practice (PERMA in Early Childhood) – Deep dive with classroom strategies.
3:00 PMReflective Circle: Five-Minute Warnings & Other Gentle Transitions – Interactive discussion + resource sharing.
4:00 PMCreative Session: “Paint Your Emotion” – Community art piece. Optional: Story yoga session.Evening Suggestion: Free time or networking dinner for those staying onsite.
🎨 Day 2: Expression, Play & Resilience (Friday)Theme: "From Feelings to Flourishing – Supporting Self-Regulation & Strength"
TimeSession8:30 AMMorning Movement – Gentle music and movement circle.
9:00 AMKeynote 2: "The Power of Play & Creativity in Mental Wellbeing" – With insights from art/play therapy.
10:00 AMWorkshop 3: Play Therapy in the Early Years – Sand trays, puppets, symbolic play & role play for emotional growth.
11:30 AMWellbeing Panel: Educators & Parents – Real-life experiences of building resilience in young children.
12:30 PMLunch + Drop-In Mindfulness Station – Quiet journaling, affirmations, and painting.
1:30 PMWorkshop 4: Art Therapy & Expressive Practice – Create calm-down jars, emotional masks, or story stones.
3:00 PMMini Lab: Playdough & Painting – Sensory tools and their role in regulation + social connection.
4:00 PMReflection & Sharing Circle – What have you seen/heard/felt today that will change your practice?
5:00 PMOptional: Sunset Sound Healing, Journaling or Quiet Time Lounge
🌞 Day 3: Empowering Educators & Families (Saturday)Theme: "It Takes a Village – Partnership, Strength & Joy"
TimeSession8:30 AMMorning Circle – Gratitude practice & music-based joy warm-up.
9:00 AMKeynote 3: "Raising Resilient Children – Lessons from Erikson & Others" – How key theorists help shape strong foundations.
10:00 AMWorkshop 5: Connecting with Families – Creating a Culture of Co-Regulation & Support – Includes family check-in templates and communication tools.
11:30 AMBreakout: Five Themes of Positive Psychology – Five stations with practical activities and educator checklists.
12:30 PMCommunity Lunch – Story circle: Educators & Families share "One thing that works."
1:30 PMWorkshop 6: Resilience Tools for Educators – Managing educator wellbeing, setting boundaries, and using strength-based approaches.
3:00 PMConference Wrap-Up – Big gratitude circle, affirmations wall, and feedback stars.
3:30 PMTakeaway Kits – Resource pack with affirmation cards, emotion wheels, activity booklets & certificates of attendance.
🛍️ Optional Extras Throughout the Conference:
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🌸 3-Day Conference: "Hearts in Bloom – Nurturing Wellbeing Through Positive Childhood Experiences"🎉 Day 0: Welcome Connection (Wednesday Evening)Theme: "Come as You Are – Connecting Our Hearts & Intentions"
TimeActivity5:00 PM – 6:00 PMArrival & Registration – Collect welcome packs, name tags, and conference guidebook.
6:00 PM – 7:30 PMCocktail Connection & Canapés – Informal meet-and-greet. Affirmation card station, connection wall (leave messages for others).
7:30 PM – 8:00 PMWelcome Address – Opening remarks, setting intentions, grounding activity. Gentle reflection: “What does wellbeing mean to you?”
🌿 Day 1: Foundations of Emotional Wellness (Thursday)Theme: "Understanding the Child Within – The Why of Wellbeing"
TimeSession8:30 AMMorning Tea & Mindful Welcome – Gratitude ritual + group breathing circle.
9:00 AMKeynote 1: "The Science of Feelings" – How brain development, attachment, and positive psychology shape children’s emotional foundations.
10:00 AMWorkshop 1: Exploring the Blob Tree & Emotion Cards – Hands-on creation of emotion cards + how to use them meaningfully with children.
11:30 AMMini-Talks Panel: Child-Led Learning, The Power of Relationships, Building Belonging in Diverse Communities
12:30 PMLunch + Lounge Conversations – Optional mindfulness walk or affirmations art station.
1:30 PMWorkshop 2: Positive Psychology in Practice (PERMA in Early Childhood) – Deep dive with classroom strategies.
3:00 PMReflective Circle: Five-Minute Warnings & Other Gentle Transitions – Interactive discussion + resource sharing.
4:00 PMCreative Session: “Paint Your Emotion” – Community art piece. Optional: Story yoga session.Evening Suggestion: Free time or networking dinner for those staying onsite.
🎨 Day 2: Expression, Play & Resilience (Friday)Theme: "From Feelings to Flourishing – Supporting Self-Regulation & Strength"
TimeSession8:30 AMMorning Movement – Gentle music and movement circle.
9:00 AMKeynote 2: "The Power of Play & Creativity in Mental Wellbeing" – With insights from art/play therapy.
10:00 AMWorkshop 3: Play Therapy in the Early Years – Sand trays, puppets, symbolic play & role play for emotional growth.
11:30 AMWellbeing Panel: Educators & Parents – Real-life experiences of building resilience in young children.
12:30 PMLunch + Drop-In Mindfulness Station – Quiet journaling, affirmations, and painting.
1:30 PMWorkshop 4: Art Therapy & Expressive Practice – Create calm-down jars, emotional masks, or story stones.
3:00 PMMini Lab: Playdough & Painting – Sensory tools and their role in regulation + social connection.
4:00 PMReflection & Sharing Circle – What have you seen/heard/felt today that will change your practice?
5:00 PMOptional: Sunset Sound Healing, Journaling or Quiet Time Lounge
🌞 Day 3: Empowering Educators & Families (Saturday)Theme: "It Takes a Village – Partnership, Strength & Joy"
TimeSession8:30 AMMorning Circle – Gratitude practice & music-based joy warm-up.
9:00 AMKeynote 3: "Raising Resilient Children – Lessons from Erikson & Others" – How key theorists help shape strong foundations.
10:00 AMWorkshop 5: Connecting with Families – Creating a Culture of Co-Regulation & Support – Includes family check-in templates and communication tools.
11:30 AMBreakout: Five Themes of Positive Psychology – Five stations with practical activities and educator checklists.
12:30 PMCommunity Lunch – Story circle: Educators & Families share "One thing that works."
1:30 PMWorkshop 6: Resilience Tools for Educators – Managing educator wellbeing, setting boundaries, and using strength-based approaches.
3:00 PMConference Wrap-Up – Big gratitude circle, affirmations wall, and feedback stars.
3:30 PMTakeaway Kits – Resource pack with affirmation cards, emotion wheels, activity booklets & certificates of attendance.
🛍️ Optional Extras Throughout the Conference:
- Wellbeing Lounge – Journaling prompts, calm music, fidget tools, positive books.
- Affirmation Card Making Station
- Resource Table – Printables, emotion tools, children’s books, handouts for families.
- Marketplace – Local artists, educators, and wellbeing practitioners.
Would you like:
- A printable brochure version of this plan?
- Slide decks, handouts, or workshop notes?
- Visuals for affirmation cards, blob tree templates, or activity guides?
