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How to Plan & Observe: Play Ideas for Babies & Toddlers
To plan effectively for the 0-2 Years age group takes a little thinking outside the box. Here, you'll find ideas for planning play experiences and programming for babies and toddlers that are not only easier and faster, but also more meaningful and effective for the children and educators.Building Emotional Literacy: Video
Children have so many emotions. Have you ever tried using a mood metre or starting the day with a moment of silence? In this video, we're reminded of how important it is to help children learn awareness and strategies for calming down.Slime Sensory Activity Idea: Video
Sticky, gooey, sensory fun. And it's a safe alternative to borax based slime! Watch this quick video for a recipe you can easily make with the children in your program.When Children’s Behaviour is Challenging: Online Tutorial Now Available with Facilitator Guide
Sometimes a child’s behaviour challenges us and forces us to step outside our usual comfort zone. Find out what to do when children’s behaviour is challenging you, common mistakes to avoid, and 7 steps to take when behaviour is challenging in your program. We’ve also developed a Facilitator guide that includes 10 Questions for Group Discussion and Personal Reflection to use with your team, extend your learning and help you identify concrete strategies that you can use in your program. Let’s get started!40 Fine Motor Skills Activities
Before a child can learn to write they need strength in their hands and fingers and hand-eye coordination. Here are 40 fine motor activities for babies to five year olds that help to build these skills. These ideas are not only well-explained but are simple, open-ended and make use of art, sensory play and simple manipulative games.4 quick recipes for sensory play that you’ve probably never tried before
Children can spend hours exploring with touch, language and imagination, but you don’t have to spend a lot of money and time creating exciting sensory materials. Here are four sensory play ideas you can make with everyday ingredients you already have!Special Needs
ConnectABILITY - Special needs resources for parents and caregiversBuilding on Every Child's Abilities
Dual Language Learning
Video: Developing Literacy Skills With Dual Language LearnersImpact of Second Language/Bilingualism at An Early Age
Video: Frontloading for English Language Learners
5 tips for making science meaningful for newcomer children
Second Language Learning and Keeping the Child's First Language
Creating a Language-Rich Environment
How does being bilingual benefit children?