Welcome to the Wish Upon a Star Early Years Workshop Series!

These workshops are thoughtfully curated by an experienced Early Childhood Educator with extensive years of practice in the field. Each session is designed to spark curiosity, inspire “aha” moments, and rekindle the knowledge educators already hold—drawing on insights from renowned authors, educational research, and the British Columbia Early Learning Framework (ELF).

Our self-paced format allows educators to engage with the material at their own time and rhythm, making it ideal for busy schedules. Every workshop includes light readings, reflective questions, real-life scenarios, and practical strategies that can be implemented directly in the classroom with both children and fellow educators.

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What Makes “Once Upon a Time Workshops” Different?

Our workshops offer something rare: professional development that feels meaningful, beautiful, and truly connected to the heart of early childhood education.

Rooted in the BC Early Learning Framework and inspired by leading ECE thinkers, each workshop blends research, reflective practice, and real classroom moments in a warm, poetic style educators love.

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Available Workshops

Understanding Child Development

⏱️ 3 hours 📄PDF Download

Explore foundational concepts in child development and learn to apply developmental milestones in your daily practice with children.

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Creating Inclusive Environments

⏱️ 3 hours 📄PDF Download

Develop strategies to create welcoming, accessible spaces that honor diversity and support every child’s sense of belonging.

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Observation & Documentation

⏱️ 3 hours 📄PDF Download

Learn effective observation techniques and documentation strategies that inform your practice and celebrate children’s learning.

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Building Relationships with Families

⏱️ 3 hours 📄PDF Download

Strengthen your ability to build meaningful partnerships with families through respectful communication and collaboration.

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Curriculum Planning & Implementation

⏱️ 3 hours 📄PDF Download

Design and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum that is responsive to children’s interests and needs.

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Professional Reflection & Growth

⏱️ 3 hours 📄PDF Download

Cultivate a reflective practice that supports your ongoing professional development and commitment to quality care.

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Supporting Emotional Regulation

⏱️ 3 hours 📄PDF Download

Explore strategies to support children’s emotional development and help them navigate big feelings in healthy ways.

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Play-Based Learning Fundamentals

⏱️ 3 hours 📄PDF Download

Deepen your understanding of play as a vehicle for learning and discover how to facilitate meaningful play experiences.

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Certificate of Completion

Please complete all questions and scenario responses, then email your answers to workshops@wishuponastar.net

Make sure to include your legal first and last name exactly as it appears on your license to practice. Once your submission is received and reviewed, your certificate of completion will be sent to you via email. The hours completed count toward the renewal of your license with the Ministry, so please keep your certificate for your records.

Submission Instructions:

  1. Email your completed responses to: submissions@wishuponastar.com
  2. In the email subject line, please write: Workshop Submission – Your First and Last Name
  3. In the body of the email, include:
    • Your full name
    • Your completed answers to all scenarios, reflection, and prompt questions

Once your submission has been received and reviewed, a certificate will be issued confirming the number of hours for your workshop.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Are your workshops self-paced?

Yes. All workshops are fully self-paced, allowing educators to complete them at their own convenience within your chosen time schedule.

Absolutely. After you have submitted your answers to the email, we will send your certificate via email, ready for you to download.

Yes. Our workshops are accessible on all devices, so you can learn wherever is most comfortable for you.

Workshops range from 1 to 5 hours, depending on the topic. The most popular options are the 2-hour and 3-hour formats.

Yes. Every workshop is rooted in the BC ELF and reflects relational, reflective, and play-based pedagogy consistent with high-quality early childhood practice.

Yes. Each workshop includes scenarios, reflection prompts, and real-life examples educators can apply immediately.

Absolutely. We offer centre-wide access, bulk pricing, and custom packages for staff training days and professional development events.

Yes. Workshops are designed for all levels—ECE students, new educators, seasoned practitioners, team leads, and administrators.

Yes, they count toward ECE renewal hours in British Columbia. If you live in another province, please check your provincial licensing requirements, as expectations vary.

Most workshops include 30 days of access, and extended access can be arranged if needed.

Yes. We create custom workshops tailored to your centre’s philosophy, goals, and team needs.