September 2026
This month we will be finishing the play module with Kristen Day, If you have issues with logging in please do the following; check your work emails spam, attempt to reset password if needed, if it is still not working connect with Riley at 4067801176 to be given an alternate login. Please note that the past trainings will be removed after this month to get ready for future trainings and TLC Training Day information so take the time to get caught up this month if you are missing any of your monthly trainings. Past months located below the Learn/Take/Leave survey.
Training #1
(4) Jerica Casper - The Magic Missing from Play: Intentional ConnectionsPLAYPresentation Description: How the transformative power of play + intentional connections in the classroom = A changed life trajectory, one child at a time.
Training #2
(6) Dr. Peter Gray - Defining PlayPLAYSession Description: Peter Gray defines play as activity that is (1) self-chosen and self-directed; (2) motivated by means more than ends; (3) guided by mental rules; (4) creative and often imaginative; and (5) conducted in an alert, active, but relatively non-stressed frame of mind. He will describe these characteristics and show how each contributes to play’s educational and developmental value. He will also describe the psychological detriments that have accompanied the decline of play in recent decades.
Complete the Learn/Take/Leave for this months trainings and place your certificate in your licensing portfolios training log to complete this months tasks!
Optional additional training:
(5) Mariah Burnley- Ditching Themes: Embracing Play-Based Learning in Pre-KPLAYPresentation Description: Explore the shift from traditional themed lesson plans to a play-based approach that prioritizes child-led learning and developmentally appropriate practices. Chat about how to design meaningful, open-ended play experiences that foster creativity, critical thinking, and social-emotional growth. Through practical strategies and real-life examples, you will leave inspired to create a dynamic, play-centered environment that meets the diverse needs of young learners while aligning with quality early childhood standards.
Training #1
(4) Jerica Casper - The Magic Missing from Play: Intentional ConnectionsPLAYPresentation Description: How the transformative power of play + intentional connections in the classroom = A changed life trajectory, one child at a time.
Training #2
(6) Dr. Peter Gray - Defining PlayPLAYSession Description: Peter Gray defines play as activity that is (1) self-chosen and self-directed; (2) motivated by means more than ends; (3) guided by mental rules; (4) creative and often imaginative; and (5) conducted in an alert, active, but relatively non-stressed frame of mind. He will describe these characteristics and show how each contributes to play’s educational and developmental value. He will also describe the psychological detriments that have accompanied the decline of play in recent decades.
Complete the Learn/Take/Leave for this months trainings and place your certificate in your licensing portfolios training log to complete this months tasks!
Optional additional training:
(5) Mariah Burnley- Ditching Themes: Embracing Play-Based Learning in Pre-KPLAYPresentation Description: Explore the shift from traditional themed lesson plans to a play-based approach that prioritizes child-led learning and developmentally appropriate practices. Chat about how to design meaningful, open-ended play experiences that foster creativity, critical thinking, and social-emotional growth. Through practical strategies and real-life examples, you will leave inspired to create a dynamic, play-centered environment that meets the diverse needs of young learners while aligning with quality early childhood standards.
August 2026
For this months training we return to using our Kristen Day accounts! If you have issues with logging in please do the following; check your work emails spam, attempt to reset password if needed, if it is still not working connect with Riley at 4067801176 to be given an alternate login.
Kristen Day & Play (linked here)
Section: Play
Training Titles:
Rae Pica- Why Play?
Jerica Casper- The Magic Missing from Play: Intentional Connections
Complete the Learn/Take/Leave for this months trainings and place your certificate in your licensing portfolios training log to complete this months tasks!
*you CAN take the "Denita Dinger- Busting the Myths of child-led Learning" training if you would like or if you need additional training hours.*
We will be working to add optional additional trainings to help ensure everyone gets their required training hours each year while working to not overly burden those in school and those completing their CDA training hours (on top of the Health stream and other TLC trainings).
Kristen Day & Play (linked here)
Section: Play
Training Titles:
Rae Pica- Why Play?
Jerica Casper- The Magic Missing from Play: Intentional Connections
Complete the Learn/Take/Leave for this months trainings and place your certificate in your licensing portfolios training log to complete this months tasks!
*you CAN take the "Denita Dinger- Busting the Myths of child-led Learning" training if you would like or if you need additional training hours.*
We will be working to add optional additional trainings to help ensure everyone gets their required training hours each year while working to not overly burden those in school and those completing their CDA training hours (on top of the Health stream and other TLC trainings).
JULY 2026
from Early Childhood Webinars – Free Online Childcare Training (note you will need to search for and register for this training)
Be sure to print your certificate and complete the Learn/Take/Leave form for this months training.
June 2026
Mandated Reporters of Child Abuse and Neglect
https://education.alaska.gov/elearning/childabuse
Be sure to print your certificate and complete the Learn/Take/Leave form for this months training.
from Early Childhood Webinars – Free Online Childcare Training (note you will need to search for and register for this training)
Be sure to print your certificate and complete the Learn/Take/Leave form for this months training.
June 2026
Mandated Reporters of Child Abuse and Neglect
https://education.alaska.gov/elearning/childabuse
Be sure to print your certificate and complete the Learn/Take/Leave form for this months training.