Learn With Less®: Family Enrichment Fundamentals
A Training for Parents/Caregivers & Professionals Serving New Families
Feel confident you can support and connect with babies & toddlers – without having to buy another toy
Confidence and Connection Through Play, Language, Music, & Movement
Discover how to use the time, energy, & materials you already have to support young children (instead of buying all the fancy toys you’re being shown on social media)
- Access to Our Actionable Workshop & Bonus Q&A with our Professionals Panel
- Discover the 4 Major Areas of Early Development
- How to Link the Interdependence of Learning & Connection Utilizing the 4-Pillars of Learn With Less®
- Connect Practical Application to Theory with a Recorded Demo of Activities
- BONUS: Access to Q&A, plus 4 Certified Maintenance Hours (for U.S.-based speech-language pathologists, as well as othereducators, and healthcare workers)
What do we really need to support and connect with tiny humans?!
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The internet feels like fire hose of information - Dr. Google & the baby industry create a sense of overwhelm & perceived incompetence in families
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New parents know the “shoulds," but they’re exhausted – gathering internal resources to do anything “extra” for their children feels impossible
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Educators, therapists & families feel pressure to go out and buy a bunch of toys to ensure they’re doing the “right thing” and maximizing precious time
Supporting development & connection for young children can be simpler than we think...
Families need to know how to make use of the natural routines and everyday interactions.
The idea that there’s an inherent developmental value in an object classified as an “educational toy” is, quite frankly, a delusion.
* Wait For It: *
The Emperor Has No Toys, Folks!
The truth is:
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You already have the resources to give young children the “right” stimulation, play, & interaction to thrive (whether or not your toy closet is bursting at the seams).
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The items in our homes – that we already have, often hidden in plain view – are powerful learning tools that can support all areas of development.
As a parent, myself, a professional serving new families, & in my work with other educators & therapists, I know....
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The developmental value between a cardboard box and the fancy toy that might have come inside is often (ahem) exactly the same
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Early learning does NOT ONLY happen when I can eek out 15 minutes to provide undivided attention to my baby
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It feels impossible to share succinctly about the simple, natural ways to support & form a deep, loving connection with a child
But... when we can connect simple, everyday interactions with early learning, we have a blueprint for parent support and education.
Families already have the resources to give young children the “right” stimulation, play, and interaction to thrive
(and we can do it with the materials we already have — no extra time or energy needed).
✨ PRESENTING ✨
Learn With Less®: Family Enrichment Fundamentals
A virtual workshop for parents/caregivers and professionals serving new families
The Learn With Less® framework is built on four pillars, which each, in turn, support each of the four major areas of early development.
In this actionable workshop...
- Find out how to make use of what you know is special, precious time with tiny humans
- Discover ways to ensure you're doing the “right things” for children at their developmental level
- Learn how to find that balance between structured play and free play
- Find out how to let a young child guide their own learning
- Discover new ways to use materials you already have
- How to help a child communicate to reduce negative behavior and minimize (everyone’s!) frustration
We’ll discuss - AND show you how the 4-pillar framework of the Learn With Less® Curriculum (play, talk, sing, & move)...
Addresses the 4 major areas of infant and toddler development (cognitive, communicative, motor/sensory, & social/emotional)
You’ll come away with SPECIFIC ways to support and connect with young children (using what you already have) through natural interactions and simple play ideas.
“You've helped me see more clearly that we are already engaging in the kinds of activities that can make a huge impact on our children’s development….we already have the material we need.
Ayelet’s words ring true for me; Pinterest can be helpful and fun, but ‘it’s the experience of words, objects, people, and ideas in a variety of contexts, settings, and environments that support your child’s learning.’ Ayelet helps you understand and know ways to do so. Thank you!”
- Josh M.
Parent of an infant and toddler
"I really appreciate how all the concepts are laid out so clearly - all providing clues and opportunities for all areas of development."
- Michele T.
Early Childhood Educator, Parent/Infant Consultant
I loved seeing how easy it can be to incorporate music into everyday tasks! I like how the class "flowed" & how each parent was able to be successful.
- Megan B.
Pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist
FIND OUT EXACTLY HOW TO USE WHAT TIME, ENERGY, & MATERIALS YOU ALREADY HAVE TO SUPPORT LEARNING, PLAY, & CONNECTION IN THIS WORKSHOP
With the Learn With Less® Family Enrichment Fundamentals Workshop, you will have the tools and training to support early learning & facilitate the connection between caregiver and child (0 - 3 years) with families you serve in your community - and, when applicable, your own!
And if you're a U.S.-based speech-language pathologist or other educator or healthcare professional, you'll get 4 Professional Development Hours of continuing education!
Here's a taste of what you'll find in the workshop...
What You'll Learn...
Discover the 4 Major Areas of Early Development
We’ll lay out these four areas of early learning, and then take a deep dive into a particular aspect of each area, helping you find simple, practical, fun ideas to support that learning — using the time, energy, & materials you ALREADY have
How to Utilize the 4-Pillars of Learn With Less®
You don’t have expend your energy & resources worrying about what you really “need” to support tiny humans; instead, you'll discover how you can support the connection between caregiver & child
Connect Practical Application to Theory with a Live Demo of Activities
Experience a live demonstration of caregivers & children experiencing the Learn With Less® framework, working together in a group class that breaks down "how to use this info" clearly and joyfully!
Find Out Answers to Your Most Pressing Questions: Live Q&A
Gain access to a panel of early childhood professionals (i.e., educators, speech-language pathologists, physical & occupational therapists, etc) who use it in their everyday practice - as well as often with their own children!
There's no complicated activity planning, no required materials from a particular parenting philosophy.
It's just about you, the tiny human(s) in your life, and the everyday objects and everyday routines already happening around you.
We’ll be sharing what the baby industry doesn't want you to know or understand:
When you learn to recognize the tools you already have to boost an infant/toddler’s development,
✔️ You’re able to maximize the time you have with young child(ren)…
✔️ You’re empowered to “get it right…”
✔️ And you’re able to unlock the power of everyday routines & everyday objects to figure out how to play with tiny humans.
🧡 Discover how to take simple, everyday items
💜 And use them in different ways...
💛 Exploring them with children in your care...
💚 And guiding your child to explore with you.
There is a simpler, more equitable way to support tiny humans - without needing the fancy toy subscriptions
“I often went into houses with my magic bag of toys - the Learn With Less® framework is making me rethink the way I interact with the family - i.e., interacting with family as a whole, or at least the caregiver:child dyad- versus interacting predominantly with the child.”
- Sue L.
Pediatric Occupational Therapist
Discover How to Think Outside of the Box
Parents and professionals alike are often caught up in the lure of fun new toys... only to start to feel a strong sense of overwhelm each time they idle down the TOYS & GAMES aisle
Cut the Overwhelm: Play IN the Box, Instead!
We'll help you connect loose parts & open ended play with straightforward, developmental concepts that you're often already supporting, without having to spend time, energy, and money setting up a bunch of crafty activities
The Learn With Less® Facilitator Training & Certification Program is a complete "plug and play" system for using the popular Learn With Less® curriculum in one's community as an additional offering for new families. It is a 4-figure investment and includes a complete training program and certification process, in addition to access to all of our licensed materials, ongoing Q&A and coaching calls, and a professional sounding board.
But you can join me for a complete workshop around the framework, a panel of other educators & therapists who have integrated Learn With Less® into their practice, answered questions around the concepts, AND a demonstration of the Learn With Less® curriculum in action for just:
$149 USD Only $49 USD for a limited time!
“I like that it makes things feel simple. It feels like you're going back to basics - the Learn With Less® framework is accessible: use what you have. I really like it because it feels relatable, like anybody can do it.”
- Meryl K.
Pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist, parent of a toddler
Meet Your Guide, Ayelet.
I'm a pediatric speech-language pathologist and parent educator, and I've been running "caregiver & me" classes using the Learn With Less® infant & toddler curriculum since 2014. I've served thousands of families all over the world, both virtually & in person, helping new families feel confident they can support and connect with their babies & toddlers, without having to buy a single toy.
Since early 2020, I've helped dozens of educators & therapists do the same by creating lasting impact leading, marketing, and filling "caregiver & child" classes to supplement their income, and to provide education & support families in their communities.
Ayelet Marinovich, M.A., CCC-SLP
Founder of Learn With Less® & Strength In Words LLC
"This chapter is rooted in wanting to help caregivers feel & be empowered, to look at their environments through a different lens; to help them see value in & find their way to simplicity."
- Desiree V.
Early Childhood Educator
“I LOVE these examples!!! The better I can visualize the direction I am being given the better I can follow, which I feel parents would agree with regarding the act of embedding learning within play.”
- Alyssa M.
Pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist
Learn With Less® Family Enrichment Fundamentals Workshop for Parents, Caregivers, & Professionals:
You'll have the tools and guidance to promote learning and connection using existing time, energy, & materials (and if you're a U.S.-based speech-language pathologist or other educator / healthcare professional, you'll get 4 Professional Development Hours of continuing education)!
In Case You're Wondering...
What if I want a training that provides me with in-depth knowledge and support integrating these concepts into everyday life?
Here's what this workshop will NOT cover:
- Access to and training around our full curriculum as a parent coaching/support & family enrichment offering
- Coaching & guidance around using the Learn With Less® curriculum in your community
- Ongoing support for your questions, challenges, frustrations regarding early parenthood and early childhood
- Ongoing access to a community of like-minded caregivers or educators
If you want more in-depth training, mentorship, and support, here's what we recommend:
➡️ For parents/caregivers ⬅️ - participate in Learn With Less® "caregiver & me" classes in your community (virtual or in-person) led by a licensed Learn With Less® facilitator
➡️ For educators/therapists ⬅️ - create lasting impact leading "caregiver & me" classes with a high quality, evidence-based, "plug & play" program
And here's the rest of the fine print, because I always want to be up front with you:
No refunds for this workshop will be granted for any reason. Space is limited, which means that if you decide to take one of the spots, it’s yours even if you don’t attend live. Due to the instant-access nature of this digital workshop, There are absolutely, positively NO REFUNDS under any circumstances. We will not be able to process any refunds for any reason.
This workshop is for parents/caregivers with/expecting infants & toddlers and for professionals supporting new families / in the perinatal space (e.g., early childhood educators, developmental therapists, doulas, mental health practitioners, etc.).
If you’re not really sure whether this workshop is right for you, reach out to us at admin@strengthinwords.com and we will get back to you ASAP!
How do I sign up to host a Learn With Less® group?
We're thrilled you're interested in becoming a Learn With Less® facilitator. We are accepting applications now - get yours in today!
"What could be better than sharing with families the gift of joy?"
"It's always been a goal of mine as a parent educator to take away worry, provide education, & infuse JOY into everyday activities: teaching parents to have JOY with their babies and toddlers! What could be better than helping them have that gift?!”
— Miranda Zoumbaris
Early Childhood Educator
Licensed Learn With Less® Facilitator
Don't be fooled by the wildly low price of this high-impact workshop: we bring impactful strategies and tools -- as well as a strong representation of our company values -- to everything we do.
What Will The Experience of This Workshop Be Like?
Here at Learn With Less®, we are a relationship and values-based company. To us, that means that we prioritize and make decisions based on the values we hold. We hope that learning more about these values (and how they show up in our company) will give you a good sense of what to expect!
🐣 Simplicity
As professionals, we know that everyday materials & routines hold the utmost developmental value. We always encourage you to use what you already have – you don’t have to go buying MORE stuff, and to remember: you already have everything you need! Play and interaction do not require expensive toys or lots of time.
🤲🏽 Community
Communal learning (facilitation vs hierarchical learning) – we value the idea of learning together and alongside one another, and communal support (we’re here for each other, even when we don’t have the same professional backgrounds, hold the same social identities, or parent in “the same” way).
👁🗨 Inclusivity
Respect and acceptance of diverse thought & practice are valued; we want to help our audience with access (you don’t have to have oodles of supplies to support families or your baby, we provide access to information through our podcast, books, workshops, & programs); we honor, create & uphold space for those holding a diversity of social identities.
🧠 Education
The power of knowledge and shared learning: once you know that what you’re doing is supportive of a young child, you’re motivated to keep doing it! You'll be participating in the educational information we'll be sharing at our retreat - but also co-creating it, at times!
🤩 Playfulness
We define playfulness in terms of exploration, musicality, love: play with your baby, play with your style, play with materials, play in a group with others, play with me!
Your Purchase is Non-Refundable
Due to the instant-access nature of this digital workshop bundle, There are absolutely, positively NO REFUNDS under any circumstances. We will not be able to process any refunds for any reason.
Make sure you understand fully: we have a strict No Refunds policy when you purchase.
By purchasing, you understand there are absolutely no refunds.
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