2026 International Early Childhood Inclusion Institute

Everyday routines can become powerful learning moments for infants and toddlers. In this interactive session, families and practitioners will learn simple, effective ways to adapt home environments, materials, and interactions to better support children with disabilities and developmental delays. Together, we’ll explore how small adjustments during daily activities—like playtime, meals, and caregiving—can open the door to meaningful learning. Participants will also share their own strategies and ideas, creating a collaborative space for inspiration and problem-solving. Attendees will leave with practical tools and a curated list of free resources to continue building inclusive learning opportunities at home.
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Supporting young children when their behavior feels challenging is one of the most common and complex parts of early childhood work. We all have strategies, but even when we use our best tools, those moments can still leave us feeling disconnected, worn down, or unsure of what to do next. Especially when things feel hard, how we use practices matters just as much as which ones we choose. This session focuses on the adult side of supporting young children whose behavior can feel challenging to understand and support. Rather than adding more tools to an already full toolbox, participants will explore a small set of research-supported “quarter turns” to bring more intention to the practices they already use. Participants will leave with practical ways to shift from a focus on behavior or children as challenging toward a broader, belonging-centered approach that supports stronger relationships, more responsive interactions, and inclusive, caring classroom communities.