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Connections
with Krista

Krista Girard, M.Ed

Early Childhood Expert

717-422-2040

Krista loves children and is committed to supporting both families and educators. She has a vast understanding of early childhood education and developmentally appropriate practice. These practical strategies are rooted in respect, encouragement, and a belief in every child's potential.
Krista is a passionate advocate for children and dedicated to supporting their growth, learning, and well-being. 

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Krista guidance to both parents and teachers of young children.  She has an exciting and enthusiastic approach to both coaching and professional  development.  You can trust Krista to energize and motivate with her warm and can-do attitude to every learning experience!

INFORMATION FOR:

 Parents

  Teachers

Youtube Channel

Krista's Play

Connections with Parents

Krista is dedicated to supporting your guidance and understanding of early childhood development.

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Dear Parents,

You are your child's safe place and you are doing a great job.  All the love and nurturing you provide is building a strong  foundation for your child's future success.

Thank you for teaching your child as they learn and develop.  Guidance today builds independence tomorrow.

You don't have to be perfect to be powerful and your presence matters more then perfection.  

Showing up with the love, patience and willingness to grow is exactly what your child needs.  

Thank you for all you do.  You are seen and appreciated. 

You are your child's perfect parent.

-Krista

 

Parent
Resources & Supports

Krista has developed specific resources and supports in order to meet your needs.

Supports

Krista provides a variety of services in order to support  individual families or your community.

Parent-Child
Play with Me
Sessions

Let's sing, dance, meet friends and PLAY!

Fun interactive classes that provide a safe and developmentally appropriate environment for you and your child to work and learn together. Also a fantastic opportunity to meet other parents and children.

Parent Group with In-Person Instruction

Parent Education
In-Person Instruction

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Gain insight into how children grow, think and learn at each stage of child development.  Krista offers in-person group instruction to schools, establishments and agencies

Full List & Description
of Classes Krista Offers

Parent Education
Zoom
Instruction 

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Eager to learn more about early childhood development but need more flexibility?  Krista provides small group or individual sessions to parents.

Full List & Description
of Classes Krista Offers

Personal and 
Individualized
Coaching

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Individualized support and private consultation with recommendations with a specific issue.  Find comfort in knowing Krista will work with you to provide techniques and supports for both you and your child.

Topics can include behavior management, creating a schedule, ideas for expanding developmental concepts.

These coaching sessions are individualized.
Please email Krista for more information.

Connections 
with Teachers

Krista is dedicated in supporting you and appreciates everything you do for the parents and families within your classroom. 

Dear Teachers,

You are a community that is dedicated to children and their families. 

You creative responsive relationships and authentic learning environments.

You work and dedication is selfless.

You are appreciated.

Sincerly,
-Krista

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Teacher
Resources & Supports 

 

 

Krista has developed specific resources and supports in order to meet your needs.

Services

Krista provides a variety of services in order to support you individually or your school team.

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Professional Development

 Krista offers fun and engaging sessions in your own facility.  She has many topics and a variety of age levels to choose from.

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Zoom Instruction 

For you and the convenience of your community, Krista provides small and large group instruction & individual sessions.

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Coaching

Individualized teacher support and private consultation with recommendations with a specific classroom issues.  Find comfort in knowing Krista will work with you to provide techniques and supports.

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Low graphics and a slower pace in order to learn
as you watch

Krista's Play

A YouTube Channel that teaches children and adults about the importance of play!

Provides ideas to create play from household materials

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A children's channel with a 
Back to Basics
Approach 

Please
watch and subscribe

Connect with Krista's Resources
for Teachers

TEACHER CONNECTIONS

Facebook

Teacher Connections Krista

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Instagram

Teacher Connections Krista

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TikTok

Teacher Connections Krista

 

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