Are you searching for child care training? ​​

Look no further.  Contact ECS first!

Here's why:​​
  • Each training is customized to best meet your program's needs
  • I am especially knowledgeable and passionate about children's social and emotional development
  • My face-to-face, interactive format is the most effective way for staff to learn and implement new ideas
  • I provide training certificates for clock hours that meet the Texas licensing requirements
  • 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 EEPWORM books are here!
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ECS has published our first children's picture book, My Friend EEPWORM!

​Eepworm characters were created by Corinne Goyette to be calming companions for children. Toy eepworms are soft and squishy; they are sensory soothers that can help children handle emotional distress.  
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Corinne wrote and illustrated My Friend EEPWORM  to introduce young children to these helpful creatures.  She wants to share eepworms with everyone, especially children who struggle with strong, scary feelings.

​My Friend EEPWORM is written in simple rhyming text with beautiful watercolor illustrations on every page.  Each 28-page paperback book comes with a toy eepworm in your choice of blue, pink or yellow. 
Safety Note:  Toy eepworms are not intended for children under 3 years.
The price of the book and toy set is $15.00 plus tax and shipping. Orders may be placed on our Store page.  ​
Limited time offer:  Free introductory talks in Houston!

​To introduce My Friend EEPWORM to teachers and parents, I am currently offering free talks in the Houston area.  I can spend a few minutes at your program or meeting, explaining how the book and toy can be used to help children soothe their stress.  Corinne and I can also come do a free storytime and book signing.

​Please contact me if you would like to schedule a free talk and/or storytime.

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 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, helping them to provide the highest quality care and education for their children.
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.
ECS, located in Houston, Texas, offers training and consulting for early childhood teachers and administrators throughout Texas.
​I also travel nationwide to present keynote addresses and breakout sessions at local, state, national and international conferences.  
Contact ECS to see how I can support you and your program!