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TRAINING

SUCCESS IS  

BETTER TOGETHER! 

Empower your team with Finnegan’s magic! Our research-backed training gives teachers the tools and confidence to bring literacy to life. Together, let’s spark a love of learning and set every child on the path to reading success!

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TRAINING OPTIONS

In-Person Training with Team Prelude

 
Length: Half-day or full-day
 
Format: Live, in-person
 
Experience hands-on training with Prelude Early Learning Language to Literacy Experts, offering interactive, personalized support to bridge the science of prereading with the power of music, for better reading readiness.

 

Virtual Training with Team Prelude

 
Length: 1-3 hours
 
Format: Live online
 
Join live online sessions with Prelude Early Learning's Language to Literacy Experts, providing flexible, effective support that bridges the science of reading with the power of music, all while supporting your team’s success in literacy instruction.
 

EXPERT SUPPORT

  • Emily Cadiz

Emily Cadiz

FOUNDER & CEO

Emily Cadiz, the founder of Prelude Early Learning - Finnegan the Dragon, is a dedicated educator and advocate for early childhood education with over 20 years of experience in early literacy, speech, and language development. Before launching Finnegan the Dragon, Emily built a career as a special education teacher, mother of three, and professional musician. A graduate of Columbia University, her extensive experience and commitment to supporting children and families has always been at the heart of her work.

Jill Denbrook

DIRECTOR OF CURRICULUM

Jill Denbrook is the Director of Curriculum at Finnegan the Dragon, where she leads the development of innovative literacy programs that combine the science of reading with engaging, music-driven instruction. With a passion for early childhood education and over a decade of experience in curriculum design, Jill works to empower educators with effective tools and strategies that promote reading readiness. She holds a a masters degree in Educational Technology as well as an endorsement in Reading and an undergraduate degree in Elementary Education. Her expertise in blending research-based methods with creative learning approaches ensures that every child has the opportunity to succeed in literacy.
  • Jill Denbrook
  • Jill Denbrook

Jill Denbrook

DIRECTOR OF CURRICULUM

Jill Denbrook is the Director of Curriculum at Finnegan the Dragon, where she leads the development of innovative literacy programs that combine the science of reading with engaging, music-driven instruction. With a passion for early childhood education and over a decade of experience in curriculum design, Jill works to empower educators with effective tools and strategies that promote reading readiness. She holds a a masters degree in Educational Technology as well as an endorsement in Reading and an undergraduate degree in Elementary Education. Her expertise in blending research-based methods with creative learning approaches ensures that every child has the opportunity to succeed in literacy.
  • Travis Dockter

Travis Dockter

SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST

Travis Dockter is a Speech-Language Pathologist at Prelude Early Learning, where he brings his expertise in speech and language development to enhance early literacy instruction. With years of experience working with children of all ages, Travis specializes in phonological awareness, language development, and speech sound disorders. His passion for using evidence-based methods to support communication skills aligns perfectly with Prelude's mission of bridging language to literacy. Travis works closely with educators and families to provide tailored strategies that foster strong communication skills and set children on a path to reading success.

WHEREVER AND

WHATEVER YOU NEED

Our professional development training empowers educators and caregivers with proven strategies to maximize parent engagement, seamlessly integrate home and classroom learning, and accelerate reading readiness, ensuring every child’s success.

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