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The Power of Play: Raising Healthy, Resilient, Confident, and Capable Kids

  • North Central Michigan College 515 Howard Street Petoskey, MI, 49770 United States (map)

Date: Thursday, May 9th

Location: North Central Michigan College, Student and Community Resource Center (SCRC), Room 536. Petoskey Michigan.

Time: 7:00-9:00 pm

Cost: $30/person

Description of event: An experienced teacher and an occupational therapist with over 20 years combined experience co-leading a workshop to explore the power of embracing a playful lifestyle both indoors and in nature. Designed for all those who are caring for, raising, or playing with children.

We will share proven evidence of why nature-based play matters with support from data, research, and practical experience. Participants will be empowered with some practical strategies they can implement with children right away!

Presenters:

Andrea Schuitema, MA

Professional Educator

andreaschuitema@gmail.com

&

Carla Crockett MS, OTRL

Occupational Therapist

carla@empoweringthebest.org

What it includes: Workshop, beverage & snacks

Later Event: September 18
Petoskey Neighborhood Candidate Forum