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Community Tool Box is a free, online resource for those working to build healthier communities and bring about social change. It offers thousands of pages of tips and tools for taking action in communities.
Want to learn about community assessment, planning, intervention, evaluation, advocacy, and other aspects of community practice? Then help yourself to over 300 educational modules and other free tools. The website is currently available in English, Spanish, and Arabic, and includes an entire unit on Cultural Competence in a Multicultural World
5 Quick Tips for Creating a Sense of Community in Your Newcomer Children’s Program
Early childhood educators have the opportunity and responsibility of helping all children learn to respect themselves and others. When children and teachers speak different languages, they need special strategies to build that sense of community. Here are
5 simple strategies to use every day in your program.
Did you know that children are at an increased risk for food poisoning?
Children aged 5 and under are at increased risk for food poisoning and related health complications because their immune system is still developing and they cannot fight off infection as well as adults can. Food poisoning can also lead to complications that result in serious illnesses requiring hospitalization. This guide offers helpful advice on how to
reduce the risk in your program.
Video: What is Challenging Behaviour?
Over 900,000 people have watched this quick video that explains the difference between behaviour that is difficult, but likely to improve, and behaviour that is challenging and likely to require intervention.
Stepping Stones: A Refugee Family’s Journey
Illustrated by Nizam Badr and written by Margriet Ruers. This is a beautiful hardcover book for children aged 4 – 10. Orca Book Pubishers will donate $10 to OCISO for every book sold through
OCISO’s website and purchases support the artist who is a Syrian refugee.
My Name/My Identity
Have you ever mispronounced a child's name? It’s okay to make an error, but it is not okay to ignore the mistake or not learn from it. A child's name can be a powerful link to their identity. To promote equity and respect in the classroom, pronouncing students names correctly should always be a priority. Read more, take the pledge, and access resources on how to honour childrens' names at
My Name My Identity.
A Syrian family’s long journey to Canada
The Farwan family gave CBC rare access to follow their long voyage from Jordan. Their
powerful story has been captured in photo and a short documentary, giving us a glimpse of their courage, strength and resilience.
A year in Calgary: 3 families with very different refugee stories
CBC News reconnects with three refugee families they first met a year ago. One woman is thriving in her new home, another family is struggling to even get out of the house, and the third family has left town.
Read more...
The Reality of Early Childhood Trauma
When young children experience or witness a traumatic event that threatens their safety or the safety of their parents/caregivers, the impact can be long-lasting. Even for infants and children that may not understand what happened!
Find out more about symptoms and behaviours, protective factors, and how to help!
5 Things You Need to Know About Mental Health in Early Childhood
Stressful or traumatic events in early childhood can have long term effects.
Learn more about how you can help promote adaptability and resilience for the young children in your program.
