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Family Activity Nights

1 Clock Hour of Early Childhood Education
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Components of a Successful Family Night

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Now that we’ve discussed what not to do, let’s take a look at some factors that have proved to be successful. 
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Plan Early ​​

Begin planning your event at least 2 months in advance. This allows plenty of time to work on the details and to give families ample notice of the event.
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Be Creative 

This is an opportunity to have fun and think outside of the box. A gym filled with tables and flyers is not a family event. An event that stands out and draws attention is sure to be successful! 
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Listen to Families ​

If possible, get family feedback about scheduling, activities, length and more. You may be surprised at the suggestions that they offer.​
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Involve Father Figures ​

Dads, grandpas, uncles and brothers are often nearly ignored when it comes to planning after-hours events. Consider these family members when planning your events.​
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Be Welcoming ​

If you create a welcoming atmosphere and employ friendly staff members, families will be more comfortable attending events.
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Have a Sign-in Sheet

This allows you to keep track of how many people actually attend your event. This is helpful data for planning future events.
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Have Room

There’s nothing worse than a small space with too many people waiting in line. Add impatient young children to the mix and you have a recipe for disaster. Plan and set up activities based upon a larger than normal estimation of attendees. This will ensure that all things run smoothly and there are happy participants.​
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Provide Childcare

Consider providing child care for younger siblings to make it easier for families to participate.​
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Snacks

Provide snacks and refreshments. You can make the snacks themed or just provide a simple cookie assortment. Whichever works best for your program.​
 
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Course Navigation Menu

1. Course Agenda​
2. Family Involvement - Pre-assessment  (1/3)
3. Families in a Changing World
4. Family Statistics
5. Family Night
6. Familial Involvement
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7. Avoiding Common Pitfalls
8. Successful After-Hours (2/3)
9. Components of a Successful Family Night
10. Event Planning Tips
11. Staffing Events
12. Family Program Theme Ideas
13. End of Course Quiz (3/3)
14. Course Evaluation Form​
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  • Child Care Courses
    • About ECE Virtual Classroom
    • ECE Virtual Facilitators
    • Course Requirements
    • Course Instructions
    • Certificates
    • ECE Virtual Classroom
  • Select Course
    • Relationships with Families
    • Social and Emotional Development
    • Sign Language Tools for the Classroom
    • Building Community Through Circle Time
    • Easing Separation Anxiety
    • Family Activity Nights
    • Interactions and Guidance
    • Mildred D. Taylor and Cultural Awareness
    • Operation Military Families
    • Reinforcement and Redirection
    • School age Play
    • Social and Emotional Development
    • Spanish in the Early Childhood Classroom
    • Supporting Families with Special Needs
    • Supporting Self-Esteem
    • Teaching Self Expression
    • The Anxious Child
    • ​Using Literature to Support Diverse Families
    • Yoga for Young Children
  • Contact
  • Enroll in Courses