Let’s Talk about Parenting
Attendance at all of the events is free of charge and open to everyone but advance booking is required. Please contact the library where the talk is happening to book your place.
Nurturing the Seeds of Self-Discipline, Independence and Confidence in Children 2 – 6 years old
Presented by Bridie Clancy, Support Officer, TUSLA Child and Family Agency
Maynooth Library: Thursday 27th October 7pm*
This interactive session will explore ways in which parents/carers can help young children become self-disciplined and confident. It will also focus on ways to deal effectively with difficult behaviour and how play can help to alleviate challenging moments.
*Please note change in date from originally advertised
Parenting Tips and Strategies
Presented by Dr. Gary Collins, HSE Primary Care Clinical Psychology Service
Newbridge Library: Wednesdays November 9th, 16th, 23rd & 30th 10am – 11.30am
This course is delivered over 4 sessions, each lasting 90 minutes. Parents often comment that “children don’t come with a manual”. This course was developed by the Kildare and West Wicklow Primary Care Psychology Team, based on well established psychological ideas and aims to provide the kind of information that would be helpful if there were “a manual”. The course addresses issues such as building up a strong connection with a child, supporting the child to make good choices and behave well and also with what to do at times when a child’s behaviour is not as you would like.
While there is something in this course for all parents, it will have most relevance to parents of children up to about 12 years of age
First Aid for Parents
Presented by Siobhan Butler from First Aid for Everyone
Leixlip Library: Thursday 10th November 7pm
This informative and interactive course will use lots of visual aids in the presentation and there is plenty of opportunity for the participants to ask questions.
Topics covered will include:
-Calling the emergency services
-The First Aid kit
-Choking
-Meningitis
-Burns
-Temperature/febrile seizures
From Barbie Dolls to Twerking Popstars: Parenting girls in a culture obsessed with beauty and sexiness
Presented by Dr. Catriona O’Toole, Lecturer in Educational Psychology, NUIM
Celbridge Library : Thursday 10th November 7pm
Starting from an early age, our daughters face an endless barrage of messages from media, advertising and other sources, which impacts how they see themselves and their roles in society. This session aims to create awareness of how expectations for girls are often narrow and restricting. This discussion will explore ways that families can empower girls to thrive as healthy and active members of society.
Girls – Friends, Frenemies & Fights
Presented by Clare Crowley Collier, Counsellor from Family Matters
Maynooth Library : Tuesday 22nd November 7pm
Parents will develop an understanding of peer aggression; the hurtful behaviours girls use in their relationships and the roles that are played out. Parents will learn assertive communication tools and healthy conflict resolution techniques that girls can use when dealing with friendships and bullying
*Please note change in date from originally advertised
Self-harming Behaviours in Young People
Presented by Marguerite Kiely, Clinical Director, Pieta House
Naas Library – Thursday 24th November 7pm
Many young people do things that they know are harmful to themselves to help them to cope with difficult emotions or experiences. This might be eating or drinking too much or taking drugs. Sometimes young people intentionally harm themselves for the same reasons.
This presentation will provide information for parents in how to recognise and respond to signs of self-harming behaviours in their teens. It will also cover the issues that affect children and adolescents who access Pieta House services and the type of help they can offer.
Toys, Technology and Training Programme
This series of TTT talks and workshops has been organised by Kildare Library Service as part of our Toys, Technology and Training Project and is funded by Kildare County Council.
Attendance at all of the events is free of charge and open to everyone but advance booking is required. Please contact the library where the talk is happening to book your place.
Speakeasy © Talking to Your Children about Growing Up – Anita Ghafoor-Butt, Training and Development Manager, Irish Family Planning Association
Naas Library : Thursday 27th October 7pm
Many parents fear the time when their child starts reaching the years of puberty. They may also dread the time when their child starts to take an interest in others where intimacy is involved on an emotional and sexual level. This can be even more difficult for parents of children special needs or children who have issues with social skills.
We all want to protect our children from the negative consequences of life, and at this time the whole issue of protecting our children and giving them the space to develop as adults may become all the more confusing.
Anita will talk about elements of the course which is delivered by the IFPA and is designed to provide parents of any age child with an opportunity to develop skills, knowledge and confidence in talking to their child about relationships, sexuality, growing up and keeping safe.
Practical Self- Help Strategies for Adults with Dyslexia – Michelle Kinsella, Development and Support officer (Adult Services), Dyslexia Association of Ireland
Naas Library Tuesday 29th November 7pm
This information session is aimed at adults with Dyslexia. Michelle will talk about understanding and identifying dyslexia, assessment for dyslexia, using technology to assist with reading, writing and spelling and the issue of disclosure within employment and when looking for work. She willl allow plenty of time for questions and answers. Michelle will also provide resources and information that participants can take away with them.
Helping my child who struggles with maths (Dyscalculia) – Dorothy Armstrong, Occupational Therapist
Naas Library: Tuesday 15th November 7pm
Dyscalculia is difficulty in learning or comprehending arithmetic, such as difficulty in understanding numbers, learning how to manipulate numbers, and learning maths facts. It is generally seen as a specific developmental disorder like dyslexia. Dorothy Armstrong will host an evening that is aimed at parents, teachers and those who work with children who experience Dyscalculia. Topics covered will include:
Understanding and Helping Children with Selective Mutism
Leixlip Library: Thursday 24th November 7pm
Selective Mutism is a complex childhood anxiety disorder characterized by a child's inability to speak and communicate effectively in select social settings, such as school. These children are able to speak and communicate in settings where they are comfortable, secure, and relaxed. Dorothy Armstrong will deliver a talk which will include:
General Information on Adult Dyslexia - Michelle Kinsella, Development and Support officer (Adult Services), Dyslexia Association of Ireland
Leixlip Library Thursday 1st December 7pm
This information session is aimed at adults with Dyslexia. Michelle will talk about understanding and identifying dyslexia, assessment for dyslexia, using technology to assist with reading, writing and spelling and the issue of disclosure within employment and when looking for work. She willl allow plenty of time for questions and answers. Michelle will also provide resources and information that participants can take away with them.
Continuous Professional Development Certificates of Attendance for all TTT and Let’s Talk about Parenting events in 2016 will only be given in person on the evening/day of the event. So please remember to ask for your cert before you leave as we will not be able to provide them at a later date.
For up to date details of future talks and events relating to the TTT Project please email us and ask to join our mailing list at leixliplib@kildarecoco.ie
Attendance at all of the events is free of charge and open to everyone but advance booking is required. Please contact the library where the talk is happening to book your place.
Athy Library : Tel 059 8631144 Email athylib@kildarecoco.ie
Celbridge Library: Tel 01 6272207 Email celbridgelib@kildarecoco.ie
Kildare Town Library: Tel 045 520235 Email: kildarelib@kildarecoco.ie
Leixlip Library: Tel: 01 6060050 Email: leixliplib@kildarecoco.ie
Maynooth Library: Tel 01 6285530 Email: maynoothlib@kildarecoco.ie
Naas Library: Tel 045 879111 Email: naaslib@kildarecoco.ie
Newbridge Library: Tel 045 448353 Email: newbridgelib@kildarecoco.ie
Attendance at all of the events is free of charge and open to everyone but advance booking is required. Please contact the library where the talk is happening to book your place.
Nurturing the Seeds of Self-Discipline, Independence and Confidence in Children 2 – 6 years old
Presented by Bridie Clancy, Support Officer, TUSLA Child and Family Agency
Maynooth Library: Thursday 27th October 7pm*
This interactive session will explore ways in which parents/carers can help young children become self-disciplined and confident. It will also focus on ways to deal effectively with difficult behaviour and how play can help to alleviate challenging moments.
*Please note change in date from originally advertised
Parenting Tips and Strategies
Presented by Dr. Gary Collins, HSE Primary Care Clinical Psychology Service
Newbridge Library: Wednesdays November 9th, 16th, 23rd & 30th 10am – 11.30am
This course is delivered over 4 sessions, each lasting 90 minutes. Parents often comment that “children don’t come with a manual”. This course was developed by the Kildare and West Wicklow Primary Care Psychology Team, based on well established psychological ideas and aims to provide the kind of information that would be helpful if there were “a manual”. The course addresses issues such as building up a strong connection with a child, supporting the child to make good choices and behave well and also with what to do at times when a child’s behaviour is not as you would like.
While there is something in this course for all parents, it will have most relevance to parents of children up to about 12 years of age
First Aid for Parents
Presented by Siobhan Butler from First Aid for Everyone
Leixlip Library: Thursday 10th November 7pm
This informative and interactive course will use lots of visual aids in the presentation and there is plenty of opportunity for the participants to ask questions.
Topics covered will include:
-Calling the emergency services
-The First Aid kit
-Choking
-Meningitis
-Burns
-Temperature/febrile seizures
From Barbie Dolls to Twerking Popstars: Parenting girls in a culture obsessed with beauty and sexiness
Presented by Dr. Catriona O’Toole, Lecturer in Educational Psychology, NUIM
Celbridge Library : Thursday 10th November 7pm
Starting from an early age, our daughters face an endless barrage of messages from media, advertising and other sources, which impacts how they see themselves and their roles in society. This session aims to create awareness of how expectations for girls are often narrow and restricting. This discussion will explore ways that families can empower girls to thrive as healthy and active members of society.
Girls – Friends, Frenemies & Fights
Presented by Clare Crowley Collier, Counsellor from Family Matters
Maynooth Library : Tuesday 22nd November 7pm
Parents will develop an understanding of peer aggression; the hurtful behaviours girls use in their relationships and the roles that are played out. Parents will learn assertive communication tools and healthy conflict resolution techniques that girls can use when dealing with friendships and bullying
*Please note change in date from originally advertised
Self-harming Behaviours in Young People
Presented by Marguerite Kiely, Clinical Director, Pieta House
Naas Library – Thursday 24th November 7pm
Many young people do things that they know are harmful to themselves to help them to cope with difficult emotions or experiences. This might be eating or drinking too much or taking drugs. Sometimes young people intentionally harm themselves for the same reasons.
This presentation will provide information for parents in how to recognise and respond to signs of self-harming behaviours in their teens. It will also cover the issues that affect children and adolescents who access Pieta House services and the type of help they can offer.
Toys, Technology and Training Programme
This series of TTT talks and workshops has been organised by Kildare Library Service as part of our Toys, Technology and Training Project and is funded by Kildare County Council.
Attendance at all of the events is free of charge and open to everyone but advance booking is required. Please contact the library where the talk is happening to book your place.
Speakeasy © Talking to Your Children about Growing Up – Anita Ghafoor-Butt, Training and Development Manager, Irish Family Planning Association
Naas Library : Thursday 27th October 7pm
Many parents fear the time when their child starts reaching the years of puberty. They may also dread the time when their child starts to take an interest in others where intimacy is involved on an emotional and sexual level. This can be even more difficult for parents of children special needs or children who have issues with social skills.
We all want to protect our children from the negative consequences of life, and at this time the whole issue of protecting our children and giving them the space to develop as adults may become all the more confusing.
Anita will talk about elements of the course which is delivered by the IFPA and is designed to provide parents of any age child with an opportunity to develop skills, knowledge and confidence in talking to their child about relationships, sexuality, growing up and keeping safe.
Practical Self- Help Strategies for Adults with Dyslexia – Michelle Kinsella, Development and Support officer (Adult Services), Dyslexia Association of Ireland
Naas Library Tuesday 29th November 7pm
This information session is aimed at adults with Dyslexia. Michelle will talk about understanding and identifying dyslexia, assessment for dyslexia, using technology to assist with reading, writing and spelling and the issue of disclosure within employment and when looking for work. She willl allow plenty of time for questions and answers. Michelle will also provide resources and information that participants can take away with them.
Helping my child who struggles with maths (Dyscalculia) – Dorothy Armstrong, Occupational Therapist
Naas Library: Tuesday 15th November 7pm
Dyscalculia is difficulty in learning or comprehending arithmetic, such as difficulty in understanding numbers, learning how to manipulate numbers, and learning maths facts. It is generally seen as a specific developmental disorder like dyslexia. Dorothy Armstrong will host an evening that is aimed at parents, teachers and those who work with children who experience Dyscalculia. Topics covered will include:
- What is Dyscalculia and what causes it?
- What are the signs and symptoms of Dyscalculia?
- Computer programmes and games to help children with Dyscalculia
Understanding and Helping Children with Selective Mutism
Leixlip Library: Thursday 24th November 7pm
Selective Mutism is a complex childhood anxiety disorder characterized by a child's inability to speak and communicate effectively in select social settings, such as school. These children are able to speak and communicate in settings where they are comfortable, secure, and relaxed. Dorothy Armstrong will deliver a talk which will include:
- Common characteristics of children with Selective Mutism
- Diagnostic criteria for a diagnosis of Selective Mutism and some of the underlying causes of this disorder
- Methods for helping children with Selective Mutism
General Information on Adult Dyslexia - Michelle Kinsella, Development and Support officer (Adult Services), Dyslexia Association of Ireland
Leixlip Library Thursday 1st December 7pm
This information session is aimed at adults with Dyslexia. Michelle will talk about understanding and identifying dyslexia, assessment for dyslexia, using technology to assist with reading, writing and spelling and the issue of disclosure within employment and when looking for work. She willl allow plenty of time for questions and answers. Michelle will also provide resources and information that participants can take away with them.
Continuous Professional Development Certificates of Attendance for all TTT and Let’s Talk about Parenting events in 2016 will only be given in person on the evening/day of the event. So please remember to ask for your cert before you leave as we will not be able to provide them at a later date.
For up to date details of future talks and events relating to the TTT Project please email us and ask to join our mailing list at leixliplib@kildarecoco.ie
Attendance at all of the events is free of charge and open to everyone but advance booking is required. Please contact the library where the talk is happening to book your place.
Athy Library : Tel 059 8631144 Email athylib@kildarecoco.ie
Celbridge Library: Tel 01 6272207 Email celbridgelib@kildarecoco.ie
Kildare Town Library: Tel 045 520235 Email: kildarelib@kildarecoco.ie
Leixlip Library: Tel: 01 6060050 Email: leixliplib@kildarecoco.ie
Maynooth Library: Tel 01 6285530 Email: maynoothlib@kildarecoco.ie
Naas Library: Tel 045 879111 Email: naaslib@kildarecoco.ie
Newbridge Library: Tel 045 448353 Email: newbridgelib@kildarecoco.ie
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