No one is more susceptible to being misunderstood than the preschooler. Using his many years of experience as a developmental psychologist, Dr. Gordon Neufeld leads us into the interior landscape of preschoolers, with insights into their shyness, separation anxiety, aggression, resistance, tantrums, and play. Making sense of these wondrous and confusing beings lays a foundation for intuitive and fruitful interaction with them. This five-week course combines video presentations by Dr. Neufeld with my in-person support sessions. Once enrolled, each week participants independently watch 90 minutes of material online or on DVD, then gather together for facilitated conversation to discuss the information, concepts, and application. Designed for groups of eight or more that include anyone involved with 2-5 year olds: parents, grandparents, daycare providers, and early childhood educators.
Making Sense of Preschoolers
- By Sara Easterly
- Neufeld-Facilitated Course

SARA EASTERLY
Sara is an award-winning author of books and essays. Her memoir, Searching for Mom, won a Gold Medal in the 2020 Illumination Book Awards. Her children's book, Lights, Camera, Fashion! – illustrated by Jaime Temairik – garnered an Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Gold Seal Award and Parents' Choice Silver Honor, among other awards. Her essays and articles have been published by Dear Adoption, Feminine Collective, Godspace, Neufeld Institute, and the Society of Children's Book Writers & Illustrators (SCBWI). Previously Sara led one of the largest chapters of the SCBWI, where she was recognized as Member of the Year.