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WEBINAR: Art Center Makeover
Has your art center lost its spark—or is it time for a fresh approach to reignite it? Join art educator, Faigie Kobre, for a fresh look at transforming your art center into a vibrant space where imagination, learning, and self-expression come alive. You’ll explore budget-friendly materials, engaging display ideas, and literacy-rich activities that turn everyday art into meaningful learning. Walk away with practical strategies to reignite creativity and make your art center a place children love.
6,500+ Fisher-Price toys recalled in Canada
More than 6,500 Fisher-Price toys have been recalled in Canada due to a potential choking hazard. In the recall notice, Health Canada advised parents and caregivers to immediately stop using the affected products, keep them out of reach of children, and contact Fisher-Price for a free replacement.
Looking in a Mirror: Patterns, Cycles and Bias, Oh My!
Have you watched Looking in a Mirror: Patterns, Cycles and Bias, Oh My! yet? It was one of our top-rated sessions! Here’s what participants had to say: This was my favourite session. Lots of interactions, information and ideas. Time flew by and I was looking forward to hearing more and learning more... Amazing content. I’d love to join in again!
Babies need humans, not screens
Did you know that the negative effects of too much screen time for babies and toddlers range from shorter attention span to lower empathy? Here's why too much screen time can harm babies and the importance of ensuring children enjoy off-screen experiences.
Earth Day
Our planet is an amazing place, but it needs our help to thrive! That’s why each year on April 22, more than a billion people celebrate Earth Day to raise awareness. Even small children can learn a little bit about the history of Earth Day, take part in activities like picking up litter and planting trees to help make our world a happier, healthier place to live. Here are fun earth day activities you might want to try in your program this month!
Empowering Bilingual Families and Children
CNC programs set the tone for welcoming children and families. CNC administrators are also responsible for supporting CNC staff who deal with the behaviours sometimes seen when children and families enter new settings. Learning a new language and adapting to mainstream customs can be intimidating. Culture shock is a real and powerful experience affecting one’s mental health and overall well-being in ways that are often overlooked. This article offers some lessons learned and some things to think about as we make intentional plans to welcome newcomer families into CNC programs.
Activities for anxious kids: How to help children cope with anxiety through play
Anxiety is the feeling of worry, nervousness, fear, or unease. Even if these feelings in kids seem small to adults, they can be very real and important for a child. And they’re also very normal. Parents and caregivers can help tremendously by recognizing what anxiety looks like and providing activities for anxious kids. To help get you started, Active for Life has put together this list of 50 great activities to help children cope with anxiety through play.
WEBINAR: High-Quality ECE Practices in Low-Resource Settings – Lessons for All
As someone who cares deeply about the work you do with young children, you might have wrestled with some big questions about how to offer the most impactful experiences. Join this practical and inspirational webinar to explore how you can identify the practices that support the children in your program - even when you don't have extra resources.
Autism Awareness Day
April 2 is World Autism Day, a time when we commit to learning more and working together to create a kinder, more inclusive world for people with autism. Every April, Autism Speaks Canada leads a global effort to increase understanding and acceptance - and their website is a great place to find information and resources!
WEBINAR – Transforming Challenging Behavior Through Visionary Leadership: The Impact of Culture when Communicating with Staff and Families
Did you see Barbara Kaiser's most recent Early Childhood Investigations webinar? CNC programs are microcosms of the world’s cultures where we find educators, children, families, and administrators from every walk of life who bring a rich tapestry of experiences, values, and norms. This convergence of diverse viewpoints has assets and opportunities for cultural conflict, especially when it comes to children’s behavior. When you know and understand how your culture influences your leadership style – your vision, your expectations, and how you communicate with your staff and the families you are in a better position to work together to support all children. This insightful and enlightening webinar will lead you to explore your cultural influences and how they impact your ability to lead staff, work with families, interpret children’s behaviors, and create a cohesive supportive environment.