Child Development Starter Course

Learn key information in this new course about the way children grow and develop, and discover how to apply this to your ministry context!

If you have worked with children at all, you’ll know that each one is unique in their abilities and interests. A two year enjoys different things and learns differently than a 12 year old. So let’s explore why that is! We’ll look at what makes each age group unique, what they are looking to discover and how we can relate, engage and serve them best. You’ll learn from Dawn Rundman who was formerly a college professor, she’s now a publishing professional and has authored three children's books. Her most recent book is “Little Steps, Big Faith: How the Science of Early Childhood Development Can Help You Grow Your Child’s Faith.” She lives in Edina, Minnesota with her husband and two kids.

Module 1: Birth to 12 months

Learning Who Loves Them

Module 2: 12-36 months

Ready for Learning, Body and Mind

Module 3: 36-60 months

The World Opens Up to Their Why’s

Module 4: Ages 5-7

Kids Get Schooled

Module 5: Ages 7-9

They’ve Got Skills

Module 6: Ages 9-12

Brains and Bodies on the Verge

Module 7: Physical Space Audit

Designing Our Spaces for Faith

Module 8: Stages of Faith

A Holistic View of How Faith Develops



Your Instructor


Dawn Rundman
Dawn Rundman

Dawn Rundman writes and speaks about intersections between science and faith. Formerly a college professor, she’s now a publishing professional and has authored three children's books. Her most recent book is “Little Steps, Big Faith: How the Science of Early Childhood Development Can Help You Grow Your Child’s Faith.” She lives in Edina, Minnesota with her husband and two kids.



Course Curriculum


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Frequently Asked Questions


When does the course start and finish?
The course starts as soon as you enroll and continues for 8 weeks. Each week you will get access to the next module.
How long do I have access to the course?
How does lifetime access sound? After enrolling, you have unlimited access to this course for as long as you like - across any and all devices you own.
What if I am unhappy with the course?
We would never want you to be unhappy! If you are unsatisfied with your purchase, contact us in the first 14 days and we will give you a full refund.

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