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From Scribbles to Stories: Encouraging Self Expression Through Art with Jalilah Jackman

Hosted by Anisha Angella, Founder & CEO of The Early Childhood Coach

Date + Time

Thursday, March 6th, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm EST

Event Details

Join Jalilah Jackman as she explores how creative expression nurtures confidence, emotional well-being, and storytelling abilities in young children.

Through art, children learn to communicate their thoughts and emotions visually, transforming simple marks into rich, meaningful narratives. This presentation emphasizes the value of process over perfection, fostering a supportive environment where imagination can flourish. By prioritizing artistic exploration, we empower children to discover their voices and share their unique perspectives with the world.

Location

Online Webinar on Zoom

Date + Time

Thursday, March 6th, 2025

6:00pm - 7:30pm EST

Fee

This event is FREE

Who is this session for?

  • Early Childhood Educators
  • Early Childhood Leaders
  • Supervisors
  • Directors
  • Childcare Owners

Meet Our Guest Facilitator!

Jalilah Jackman

New Year State-certified teacher, Speaker & Entrepreneur

Jalilah Jackman is a Brooklyn, NY native and a dedicated educator with over a decade of teaching experience. As a New York State-certified teacher for children from birth to age 11, she currently nurtures young minds as a pre-K classroom teacher.



With a strong background in the arts, Jalilah spent eight years as an art teacher and continues to inspire creativity through paint parties and workshops. Beyond the classroom, she is also a speaker and entrepreneur, making art accessible to all through her paint-by-number kits.


Passionate about education and self-expression, Jalilah seamlessly blends artistry and instruction to create meaningful learning experiences for children and adults alike.

Anisha Angella, the Early Childhood Coach, posing and smiling in front of her desk with a hand on her hip and holding her laptop

Event Host

Anisha Angella

Founder & CEO of The Early Childhood Coach, RECE, BASc

Anisha Angella is an Early Childhood Education (ECE) coach and expert who has been in the industry for over 16+ years. With a degree in Early Childhood Education Studies, Anisha has held many roles over the years. She has led childcare programs, taught college programs, and worked as a senior manager overseeing 45+ childcare locations. She is also the CEO and Founder of her business, "The Early Childhood Coach + Co" — a powerhouse for all things childcare consulting, coaching, and training. Her success has allowed her to gain exposure through Breakfast Television,  Authority Magazine and The Today Show.


Anisha wants to see other members of the ECE community succeed and loves to share her wealth of knowledge through speaking at a variety of events. Anisha’s speaking engagements focus on diversity in ECE, leadership, mental health and burnout in ECE, and effective communication with parents and staff. She has spoken at over 250+ events worldwide and is always looking forward to her next engagement.

Understand the developmental stages of art in young children and their impact on creativity and storytelling.


Learn how to use art to help children express their thoughts, emotions, and stories.


Explore strategies for integrating narrative art into early childhood education.

Discover ways to foster a creative, expressive classroom environment through art.


Hear stories about the power of mixed-media art in promoting emotional well-being and storytelling.


A hands-on activity will be provided during the session, where attendees will be encouraged to explore children's art through storytelling.

What You'll Learn:

Why attend this event?

Unlock Creative Potential

Gain insights into the developmental stages of art in young children and learn how to nurture their artistic growth effectively.

Encourage Meaningful Expression

Discover how to use art as a storytelling tool, helping children share their thoughts, emotions, and experiences in a creative and personal way.

Engage in Hands-On Learning

Participate in an interactive mixed-media activity designed to give you practical techniques for incorporating narrative art into your classroom.

Build A Community of Creativity

Connect with like-minded educators, exchange ideas, and gain inspiration to bring new artistic approaches into your teaching practice.

Gain Expert Insights

Learn from experienced educators and artists who will share strategies for fostering creativity and self-expression in early childhood education.

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    However, it's important to note that not all events will be recorded. Details regarding recording availability will be shared upon registration for each specific event. The recording will be made available through our Podia platform. Details on how to access the recording will be sent to all registered attendees after the event. 

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