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Video Call Dance Party: Dancing, Singing, and Learning Together!
Here are two playful activities for young children that are packed with benefits and will also use up some of that wonderful kid energy. They're designed so that they could be done together on a video call for parents and teachers to lead a group of children in a virtual dance party.
A Guide to COVID-19 and Early Childhood Development
In this challenging time, child development has not paused, and supporting children, families, and care providers of all kinds is as important as ever. This guide pulls together information on COVID-19, including what it means for child development, and shareable resources that can help parents, caregivers, child care providers, pediatricians, and others who work with families.
Free Learning Modules for Early Years Professionals
In support of early years professionals affected by the Covid-19, here are some new online learning opportunities on topics like compassion fatigue and supporting children experiencing anxiety.50 short videos of open-ended play ideas
This free video library is a collection of 50 activities that can easily be done at home - so it's perfect for sharing with families! It includes fun science, math, art and nature activities.Webinar: Facilitating Meaningful Online Experiences With Young Children
As early childhood educators, our personal interactions with children have always been rooted in the physical classroom with real objects and close proximity. Now, due to COVID-19, we are scrambling to find ways to stay connected and continue to care for and educate the children in our programs. Join this timely webinar to learn how to create engaging, meaningful, and developmentally appropriate routines, rituals, traditions with children online during these challenging times.
COVID-19: Strategies, Self-Care and Resources for Educators
It’s important that we stay connected and care for each other as best we can during this time, especially supporting those isolated by COVID19. The strength of relationships and community will support mental and physical health in the weeks/months ahead and ensure we all get through this together. Here are some strategies, self-care ideas and resources that may help you navigate this time of uncertainty.
Sesame Street in Communities: Information, Activity Ideas and PD
Your care and support can make a huge difference in the life of a young child. Sesame Street in Communities is here to support your important work with activities, professional development and tips for the challenges and joys along the way.New WHO Story Book Helps Explain COVID-19 Coronavirus Pandemic to Children
The World Health Organization has partnered with over 50 humanitarian organizations to release a children’s storybook to help them understand and cope with all the changes and fears they’re enduring due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The free book, available in downloadable and audio forms, is called My Hero is You, How kids can fight COVID-19!
Win at Online Meetings When You are NOT Home Alone!
Straight from an expert with lots of experience, here are some tips for presenting webinars and participating in conference calls when there are children around!
8 tips for managing children’s anxiety about COVID-19
Many families are facing major changes in their day-to-day lives because of COVID-19. With all the unknowns that come with a new virus, it's normal to feel anxious. Here are 8 tips for managing children's anxiety about COVID-19, complete with a simple visual that you can share with parents.