This documentary examines the differences in Eastern and Western reasoning and learning, that will give you a better understanding how the cultures differ from East to West. Part 1 includes discussion on how children learn and offers parenting examples.
At its core, CNC is responsive and inclusive, and should be delivered with the utmost respect and appreciation for culture and diversity.
We worked with professor and early childhood, culture, and diversity expert, Barbara Kaiser, to develop this new Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) CNC Learning Moments series. These quick videos are designed to fit your schedule, introduce core EDI concepts, and spark meaningful reflections for your CNC team.
The first three videos are now available:
If you’re looking to dive deeper into any of these topics, below each video, you’ll also find a list of resource links to extend your learning and further support your CNC team.
La diversité est définie comme étant tout ce qui rend les êtres humains uniques. La diversité influ•ence bien des choses : comment nous jugeons les autres, comment la société valorise les individus et comment chacun réussit dans la vie. Elle influence également l’image que l’on a de soi ainsi que les attentes que l’on a de soi-même, de nos enfants et de nos familles. Tous les enfants ont le droit d’être respectés et d’avoir des programmes adaptés à leurs capacités, à leur style d’apprentissage et aux valeurs de leur famille.
La diversité et ses catégories
Il y a 12 catégories de diversité utilisées pour décrire une personne.
Family Day is celebrated differently across the country, but no matter where you live, it's a great opportunity to encourage families to get outside and have some fun with the kids! Here are two lists full of outdoor winter activity ideas to share with parents this month: 6 Budget-Friendly Winter Activities for Families & 10 Fun & Easy Outdoor Winter Activities for Kids
February is Black History Month! This is a time to celebrate and remember all the ways that Black Canadians have contributed to Canada’s history and culture. Throughout February, this celebration provides a chance to learn about African cultures.
Kick off 2026 with fresh ideas for hands-on learning! Watch this 1-hour recorded session with top-rated presenter Lobna Ajaini, who shows how STEM in the early years is rooted in curiosity, loose parts, and creative problem-solving—not just “hard science.” Watch Creativity and Innovation Using STEM in the Early Years!
The RAISED Between Cultures model was designed to promote intercultural practice and reflection when working with culturally diverse children and families. The video and guidebook highlight the importance of possessing a deep understanding of cultural backgrounds, experiences, and migration challenges, as well as family strengths to support children's learning and development.
The goal of Multicultural Children’s Book Day is to raise awareness for the kid’s books that celebrate diversity and get more of these books into classrooms, libraries and collections. Here's a list of books and activities... maybe you'll find a new favourite!
Storybooks Canada is a free open educational resource that offers beautifully illustrated children’s stories in text and audio, available in English, French, and 30 of the most commonly spoken languages in Canada. These stories come from the African Storybook collection and have been carefully adapted to reflect themes that resonate with children across diverse communities.
