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“Understanding Me Up to Age 3” is a four-week class series that helps parents of children from birth to age 3 understand the world from a child’s perspective. The lessons allow parents to respond in ways that encourage and enhance a child’s development. 

The free classes will be offered in Brookings at the Pugsley Center, Room 202, from 6-8 p.m. Tuesdays, July 8-29, and the classes will have an optional Zoom link for remote learning. 

“Young children tell us what they are thinking, learning and feeling through their behaviors. Understanding these behaviors can help you find out what your child is telling you,” said April Flemming, assistant outreach coordinator with the Child and Family Resource Network. 

The schedule of classes includes: 

• Session 1 – Why I Do What I Do: This class explains children’s behavior as they think, learn and feel with strategies to encourage a child’s development.
• Session 2 – Keep Me Safe: This class gives tips to make homes safe places for children to grow and learn.
• Session 3 – How I Learn: This class provides tips and tools to encourage a child’s natural desire to learn.
• Session 4 – Help Me Manage My Feelings: This class provides insight on guiding and encouraging a child through the stressful moments of growing up. 

Registration is required by calling 605-688-5730 Ext. 1, emailing the Child and Family Resource Network or going online.

The certificate awarded for course completion is approved by Court Services and the Department of Social Services.