Guiding Behaviours Companion Kit:

From Theory to Practice FREE

  • Guiding Behaviours - Case Studies Collection One and Collection Two

    $30 value

    Collection One: This one case study goes in depth, looking at the story from a brain development perspective. ___________________________________ Collection Two: A deeper look into how strategies are implemented across different settings — showing outcomes for children, educators, and the wider service. Each real case example demonstrates collaboration, reflection, and leadership in creating emotionally safe learning spaces.

  • Inspiring Setups for All Ages

    $30 value

    A collection of intentional learning environments designed for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers, supporting co-regulation and emotional literacy through sensory play, movement, and reflective spaces. Perfect for team planning and quality improvement evidence.

  • Consistent Language Across Services

    $15 value

    This resource supports services to develop a shared language framework that aligns behaviour guidance, emotional regulation, and team communication across the entire centre. Through practical examples and editable templates, teams can identify the phrases and language they use most often — from greetings and transitions to conflict resolution and co-regulation. The goal is to create a predictable, emotionally safe environment where educators respond with empathy and children clearly understand expectations.

Course curriculum

This 4 hour self-paced course is ideal for busy ECEs. You can get practical outcomes to support calmer classrooms and consistent practices.

    1. Welcome to guiding behaviours

      FREE PREVIEW

    2. Acknowledgement of Country

    3. Co-facilitator Janine Kelly

    4. Co-Facilitator Kristel Yangco

    5. WHS and Housekeeping

    6. What to expect

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    1. Lesson One: Guiding Frameworks and Documents around Inclusion in Early Childhood

    2. Activity: Answer questions on the UN Rights of the Child and the EYLF

    3. Activity: Survey on your level of confidence.

    4. The Law

    1. Lesson Two: The Brain

    2. Lesson Two: Video on Executive Functions

    3. Activity: About the brain

    4. Activity: Case Study One

    5. Activity: Case Two

    1. Lesson Three: Where to start

    2. Lesson Three: Serve and Return Video

    3. Lesson Three: Service and Return in Action

    4. Lesson Four: Connection Seeking with Sandi Phoenix

    5. Mapping out your environment

    6. Activity: Connection Seeking Versus Attention Seeking

    1. Lesson Five: Informed Practices

    2. Activity: Survey on your level of knowledge around informed practices

    1. Lesson Six: Putting Strategies into Practice.

About this course

  • $55.00
  • 32 lessons

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Who this course is for:

This course is designed to support educators, leaders, and services globally who are seeking to build consistent, thoughtful approaches to guiding behaviour and supporting children’s emotional regulation across all early learning environments.

  • Educators will gain practical strategies for responding calmly and confidently to big behaviours.

  • Leaders will gain tools to mentor teams, build consistency, and strengthen reflective practice.

  • Services will gain a unified approach that promotes emotional safety, strong relationships, and alignment with quality standards.

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Social proof: testimonials

“The workshop on Guiding Behaviours was very good. I found that it was very relevant, had good strategies, and the workshop instructor, Janine, is very experienced and passionate. I would highly recommend this workshop to those looking for strategies on guiding behaviours.”

Nicole

“I attended a workshop with STEPPING STONES on Guiding Behaviours. The workshop was excellent and gave clear and effective strategies on guiding behaviours. I found Janine delivered a workshop that was very well organised, and the objectives were very clear. This is a workshop I would recommend to others.”

Rien - Educational Leader"

“An incredible opportunity to collaborate and learn with and from education professional, Janine. So generous with her time, personal hands on experience in the field, knowledgeable and holistic in their approach (looking at the whole child). Thank you so much for a refreshing, valuable, inspiring and practical workshop- highly recommend “Guiding Children’s Behaviour. ”

Victoria, Educational Leader

“When I do my check in after your PD everyone is always on a high and raving about how beneficial it was! So glad we have formed this connection.”

Alexandra Redman: Centre Manager at Go Kindy Early Education Centres

FAQ

  • How long will I have access to this course?

    You will have access to this course for an unlimited amount of time; however your money back guarantee is only good for the first 7 days after purchase.

  • Do I get any support with this course?

    You can email Janine Kelly at anytime using the contact email address [email protected]

  • Why am I enrolled in the ECE Community

    Anyone who enrols for our preview courses or full course is given access FOR FREE to our ECE Community. This allows you to network with others, get additional support through your learning journey.

  • what if I wanted to enrol my whole time?

    If you want to bulk enrol a whole team, please contact Janine Kelly directly. You will get a team discount of 10% off when you bulk enrol over 15 team members. There is also a face-to-face option for teams, where Janine can deliver the training directly to your team. This can be done via ZOOM or (depending on location) in your centre.

  • Can I use these 2 hours towards accrediation and PD Hours

    Because there are QUIZs, Reflections and Case Studies, built into this course, this will add credibility to you applying to use this course towards accredited PD hours in many states, territories and provinces globally. Check your specific area for confirmation. For instance the following may: NSW - NESA BC Canada Ontario Canada

Your Instructors – Janine Kelly & Kristel Yangco

Janine Kelly and Kristel Yangco bring over 40 years of combined experience across Canada and Australia in early childhood education, leadership, and mentoring. Janine, founder of STEPPING STONES Professional Development, is recognised as an industry expert in inclusive practice and educator development. Kristel, a qualified Trainer and Assessor, specialises in guiding educators to build calm, connected classrooms through reflective, consistent practice. Together, they help educators transform challenging behaviours into opportunities for connection and growth.