Playful Tubs and Trays for Toddlers
It can be a challenge setting up activities for toddler play – so when planning for toddler play, it's often best to keep it simple. Here's a collection of
ideas for trays and baskets of all shapes and sizes that will simplify setup, interaction and clean up in your toddler program!
Surviving Cold & Flu Season
Cold & flu season generally occurs during the colder months of the year, between approximately October and May, making it less of a ‘season’ and something that needs to be top-of-mind for most of the year. While it is impossible to stop people from getting sick, it is possible to
mitigate the risk and prevent germs from spreading.
Myth vs. Fact: Bilingual Language Development
There are still plenty of misconceptions when it comes to language learning in bilingual children. Here's a
simple infographic that was created to help dispel myths and encourage practices that promote multilingualism - and it's free to download, print and post in your program!
Why is observation, documentation and reflection important in infant care?
Observation, documentation, and reflection are important skills for any quality infant and toddler care. Developing these skills can help educators
get to know children better, make informed decisions, share observations with parents, encourage children's development, competence and success, find ways to improve routines, and more...
How will you celebrate National Child Day?
National Child Day is celebrated on November 20th each year. Here, you can learn more about National Child Day and the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child, as well as find
resources and ideas for promoting awareness and celebrating children's rights all year long!
Guelph children from Syria illustrate and co-author a picture book
Seven Suitcases is a new children's book written from the perspective of a 9-year-old Syrian girl who is new to Canada. It's based on the true story of Ahmed, Farah and Hala Marie, who came to Canada with their parents three years ago. In this interview,
the three siblings talk to CBC about what it was like to co-author and illustrate the book with the help of their teacher/librarian friend.
Free Educational Posters for Food Allergy Awareness
To help you with food allergy awareness and education efforts in CNC, Allergic Living has developed this
series of free 8.5 x 11-inch posters that can be customized to meet the needs of your program. Click a poster’s image to download it.
We’re going on a Goopy Bear Hunt…..Fine Motor Sensory Fun!
If you have children showing interest in the concepts of big and small, counting and grouping colours, try this
fun activity that encourages them to explore and expand on those concepts during sensory play!
Science of Early Child Development
The Science of Early Child Development (SECD)
resources bring research and concepts to life with hundreds of readings, videos, links, questions for reflection, and interactive activities. From the latest research into babies' brain development and the impact of early experience on well-being, to topics such as child rights, literacy and the importance of play, SECD explores how nature and nurture interact from conception on to construct a foundation for development.
Halloween safety: Tips for families
Halloween can be a fun and exciting time for kids. Here are some
safety tips to share with parents and children that will help keep everyone safe and happy this Halloween!
