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PRESENTED BY EMILY MARTINELLO 

Sexual Development in the Early Years

Supporting Children's Healthy Sexual Development


LENGTH: 3 Hours

"Well-being is a holistic concept that focuses on children being happy, confident, and healthy in all aspects of their development."

Capable, Confident, and Curious, p. 48

          

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SEMINAR 1

Setting the Stage

How do we promote healthy sexual development as ECEs? Assess your values and develop comfort with the topic.

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SEMINAR 2

Talking the Talk

How to actually have these conversations. Focused on anatomy, privacy, and consent.

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SEMINAR 3

Risk Reduction & Prevention

A discussion of play and exploration, duty to report, and risk reduction and prevention of sexualized violence. 

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"For children, well-being implies that they are loved, respected, protected, and supported by their families and communities."

Capable, Confident, and Curious, p. 48
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About the presenter

Emily Martinello

Emily is an ECE instructor, former early interventionist, and published author. She has written 3 peer-reviewed articles on the topic of sexual abuse prevention, and recently developed and implemented a curriculum for Sexual Health NS focused on intellectual disabilities and sexuality.

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“Children develop a sense of belonging to groups and communities, and how they can actively participate in them.”
 

Capable, Confident, and Curious, p. 54