Are you searching for child care training? ​​

Look no further.  Contact ECS first!

Here's why:​​
  • I provide training certificates for clock hours that meet the Texas Child Care licensing requirements
  • Each training is customized to best meet your program's needs
  • My face-to-face, interactive format is the most effective way for staff to learn and implement new ideas
  • I am especially knowledgeable and passionate about children's social and emotional development
  • Specially-designed handouts are always included
  • I make training FUN, because play is important for adults' work, just as it is for children's learning! ​

Speaking of fun, our newest EEPWORM toys are here!​

ECS has just received our improved eepworms to accompany our first children's picture book, My Friend EEPWORM!

​Eepworms are the name given by Corinne Goyette to the soft, squishy toys that became her calming companions when she was a child.  They helped to soothe her when she was upset and kept her company when she needed a friend.

Our newest eepworms have eyes that were designed exclusively for us:  The eyes are larger, thicker and more securely attached.  Note:  Because the eyes are made separately and glued to the body, it remains unsafe to pull them.  They could come off and become a choking hazard.  For this reason, toy eepworms are not intended for children under 3 years.

​Corinne wrote and illustrated My Friend EEPWORM to introduce young children to these comfort objects she treasured.  She wants eepworms to soothe other children, especially those who struggle with strong, scary feelings as she did.

In this story, an eepworm wants to be a caring friend to help children throughout their day.  He shows what he can do to soothe them, no matter how they feel.  This book delightfully demonstrates how an eepworm can provide companionship, comfort, and calming. Children will enjoy hearing the story and having an eepworm of their very own!

About My Friend EEPWORM:
  • ​Written in simple rhyming text for children ages 3-8
  • Beautiful watercolor illustrations on every page  
  • 28-page paperback with sturdy pages and laminated cover (6"x9")
  • Comes with a toy eepworm in your choice of 6 colors (5" tall) ​
The price of each book and toy set is $15.00. 
Extra eepworms are $5 each. 
​Orders may be placed on our Store page.  ​​
​​​​Safety Note:  Toy eepworms are not intended for children under 3 years.

We now have king-size eepworms, too!  At almost 20" tall, they are perfect for hugging! 


​King-size eepworms are $15 each.  
​Orders may be placed on our Store page.  ​

Interested in a Storytime and Book Signing?

Contact me now to schedule an event for the families in your program - Free to all in the Houston area!  In addition to the reading and book signing, Corinne and I can spend a few minutes talking about emotional regulation and explaining how the book and toy can be used to help children soothe their stress.

Hello!  Let me introduce myself.
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  • I am Diane Goyette, the owner of Early Childhood Specialties (ECS) - and Corinne's mom!  
  • ​I am a Child Development Specialist, a Master Registered Level Trainer with the Texas Early Childhood Professional Development System (TECPDS #1420), and a certified Child Care Health Consultant (CCHC).
  • I hold a Master's Degree in Child Development from The University of Texas at Austin and a Lifetime Texas Educator Certificate for Kindergarten and Pre-K. 
  • I have over 30 years of experience teaching both young children and adults in a variety of settings, including public and private universities, public school kindergarten, faith-based preschools and child care programs.  ​
  • I created ECS because I want to support early childhood professionals and parents, sharing what I have learned.  I am especially passionate about helping you to handle challenging behaviors and to support children's social and emotional development.
ECS' mission is to help young children develop to their fullest potential, by providing education and support for the adults who are most important in their lives. My goal is to help you provide the very highest quality care and education for the young children in your program.
Located in Houston, ECS offers training and consulting for early childhood teachers and administrators throughout Texas.  I speak to parent groups and at family events to share information about child development, and I have developed presentations for school children on emotional regulation.  I also travel worldwide to present keynote addresses and breakout sessions at local, state, national and international conferences.  
Contact ECS to see how I can support your program or family!