Providing the Building Blocks for Social & Emotional Competency
A Little Harmony offers simple, effective tools to help children understand their emotions, build empathy, and develop lifelong habits of emotional wellness. Created for parents, educators, and early childhood professionals, it's where children feel seen, supported, and safe to grow.
Bring A Little Harmony to your Classroom
Professional development that equips educators with the tools, language, and confidence to support emotional wellness from day one..
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Emotionally-Responsive Teaching Tools
Give your staff practical, easy-to-use strategies that help children regulate their emotions, build social skills, and feel safe in the learning environment.
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Support for Educator Wellness & Burnout Prevention
Our framework includes reflective tools that help teachers understand their own emotional patterns and needs—improving classroom climate and preventing compassion fatigue.
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Training That Sticks
Whether delivered in person or virtually, our sessions are interactive, reflective, and actionable—so your team leaves with tools they can use right away.
From Overwhelm to Connection
Because when teachers feel supported,
children feel safe—and TRUE learning can begin.
Clarity in Purpose
Educators rediscover the “why” behind their work—connecting back to their values, voice, and vision. With reflective tools and guided support, they walk away with renewed direction and confidence in their role.
Emotional Balance
Through strategies grounded in the nervous system and emotional regulation, teachers learn how to manage stress, respond with calm, and model emotional resilience in the classroom.
Personal Growth
Our approach invites space for growth—not just as teachers, but as people. Participants explore their needs, patterns, and strengths, creating room for both healing and authentic leadership.
Flexible Training Options to Fit Your Team's Needs
A Little Harmony offers professional development that is practical, compassionate, and designed to support the emotional well-being of both children and the educators who guide them.
Option #1
Introductory Workshop or Keynote
A 45–60 minute session that introduces the foundations of A Little Harmony. Ideal for staff kickoffs, PD days, or conferences.
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Understanding Behavior Through the Lens of Connection
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The 3 Centers of Intelligence (Head, Heart, Body)
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Nervous System Awareness for Educators
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The Role of Emotional Safety in Early Learning
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Why Regulation Precedes Learning
Option #3
Full Day Training (5-6 hours)
A full-day immersive training experience designed for teams ready to shift from behavior management to emotional attunement.
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Deep Dive into the 3 Centers of Intelligence
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Understanding the Inner Childhood Narrative
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Explore Educator's Needs and Values Survey
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Classroom Routines that Support Regulation
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Building Staff Confidence and Calm Connection
Option #2
Half-Day Training (2-3 hours)
An interactive and reflective session that goes deeper into emotional wellness and real-world classroom application.
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Co-Regulation Strategies for Young Children
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Using Visuals & Language to Support Emotional Growth
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Tools from the Tune-In Toolkit & Zones of Regulation
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Reflection on Educator Stress Responses
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Creating Emotionally Safe Learning Environments
Option #4
Ongoing Support Package
For programs seeking sustainable impact and long-term support.
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Kickoff Training (virtual or in-person)
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3 Months Access to the Little Harmony Library
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Monthly Follow-Up Reflections & Mini Trainings
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Optional Coaching Calls
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Support for Emotional Growth for Staff and Students
Meet your Trainer, the Heart behind A Little Harmony
Trusted by educators and rooted in real-world experience—blending emotional intelligence with practical, sustainable strategies.
Susan Parker Jones is a licensed therapist, author of The Wholehearted Child, and creator of A Little Harmony. With a background in attachment theory, trauma-informed care, and the Enneagram, Susan equips early childhood educators with tools that support both emotional wellness and practical classroom connection.
She has worked alongside parents and educators to bring social-emotional development to life in real, sustainable ways. Susan’s approach blends clinical insight with down-to-earth strategies — empowering educators to move from burnout to balance, and from behavior management to true emotional attunement.
A mom of five (through birth and adoption), Susan brings lived experience and deep empathy to every training. With every training, Susan helps educators feel more confident, more connected, and more equipped to show up as the best version of themselves.
Trusted by Educators, Center Directors, and Professionals
A Little Harmony isn’t just theory—it’s practical, grounded, and designed to create lasting change. Here’s what real educators, staff, and leaders are saying after working with Susan & experiencing the Little Harmony approach.
"Susan’s writing invites us to see parenting as a journey of growth for both ourselves and our children. It’s filled with real-life stories and practical strategies that provide renewed hope and clarity for parents."
"Susan Parker Jones has written a very reasoned, empathic, practical book about children and parenting. She knows the Enneagram well and it clearly informs her therapy practice. Susan has a light-hearted sensitive touch to her writing. No shaming; just explaining. For parents who want to understand the Enneagram and their children, The Wholehearted Child is well worth a read."
“Susan Parker Jones is a true gift to those who know and work closely with her. She can connect with any individual, but especially those who “come from the hard places”. Her gentle, calm, and intuitive ability to communicate and navigate emotion from difficult experiences is extraordinary.Her work with the Enneagr
am and young children is a unique approach and provides parents/caregivers a much deeper perspective, dispelling the myth, “I have tried everything.....nothing works with this child!”
"Susan is a treasure to me and my family. Her knowledge and empathy are unmatched. Her words of wisdom have given me comfort and guidance as a mom and I am so grateful. "
"The Wholehearted Child is a groundbreaking resource for parents, educators, and mental health professionals alike. With genuine insight and practical advice, Susan Parker Jones illuminates pathways to nurturing children's emotional resilience and self-awareness through the enneagram. This book is highly impactful and a must-read for anyone seeking to empower children.”
"Susan Parker Jones gives unique insight into child development, and offers specific parenting techniques that cultivate a lasting connection between
parent and child."
Ready to Support Your Team and Transform Your Classrooms?
Bring a Little Harmony to
Your Team!
A Little Harmony offers more than training—it’s a practical, heartfelt approach to emotional wellness and connection for both teachers and students. Let’s build calm, connected classrooms—starting with the people who guide them.
A Little Harmony, LLC
310 Main Street
Shelbyville, KY 40065
+1 (502) 655-3202
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