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NEW! Equity, Diversity and Inclusion CNC Learning Moments
At its core, CNC is responsive and inclusive, and should be delivered with the utmost respect and appreciation for culture and diversity. We worked with professor, early childhood, culture, and diversity expert, Barbara Kaiser to develop this new Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) CNC Learning Moments series. These quick videos are designed to fit into your schedule, introduce core EDI concepts, and spark meaningful reflections for your CNC team. These six topics are now available!Active Supervision: Fostering Joy, Safety, and Connection in Early Childhood
As early childhood educators, we often find ourselves juggling multiple tasks and responsibilities throughout the day. In the midst of this busyness, it’s easy to fall into autopilot, going through the motions without truly engaging with the children in our care. One of the core aspects of our role, and one which is often on autopilot is supervision – but what if we could transform our approach to supervision from a mindless task to a mindful practice? What if supervision could become a tool for safety, joy, connection and personal growth?
Skinned Knees: The Benefits of Risky Play
Have you watched Skinned Knees: The Benefits of Risky Play yet? It was one of our top-rated sessions! Here’s what participants had to say: I truly appreciate the content... lots of helpful tips on how to approach parents... great tips that I can use in my work and my personal life.
What Surrounds Us Shapes Us
Children's development is significantly influenced by their surroundings, encompassing both positive and negative experiences within their living, growing, playing, and learning environments. This includes factors such as access to safe housing, clean water, and green spaces, which not only provide play areas but also support the mental health of children and caregivers.These environmental influences directly and indirectly shape a child's development from birth, impacting their caregivers, communities, and broader relationships. Centre on the Developing Child, Harvard University has developed this Expanded Story of Early Child Development. At the bottom of this brief, you can also find explanations of key concept and resource guides on topics like: Developmental Environments, Toxic Stress, Brain Architecture, and Serve and Return.
8 Activities that Teach Young Children Social-Emotional Skills
We know how important healthy social-emotional development is, especially in a child’s formative first years. This article shares some fun and easy activities for you to try in your CNC program to help boost emotional regulation, turn-taking skills, communication, interpersonal skills, and more!
Ooey Gooey Messy Fun! Designing Sensational Sensory Experiences
Have you watched Ooey Gooey Messy Fun! Designing Sensational Sensory Experiences yet? It was one of our top-rated sessions! Here’s what participants had to say: I have participated in a lot of sensory workshops in the past and this had to be the most informative one ever... I thought that the presenter was really knowledgeable and very upbeat. She kept me super engaged!
Keep Children Cool! How to Protect Children from Extreme Heat
Extreme heat, and heat related illnesses, are especially dangerous for infants and young children. Children most at risk include those with breathing difficulties (asthma), heart conditions, kidney problems, mental and physical disabilities, developmental disorders, diarrhea, and those who take certain medications. Health Canada has these tips to keep kids cool this summer.
Happy Canada Day!
On Canada Day 2025, let’s celebrate our people, diversity, and youth. Wherever you are, enjoy the festivities and celebrate what makes you proud!
Insect Repellents: Info for Parents
Here's some information you can share with the newcomer families in your program about how to choose and insect-repellents safely and protect children from insect bites in Canada.
Canadian Multiculturalism Day
On June 27, Canadian Multiculturalism Day honours the many cultural communities that help build a strong and vibrant Canadian society. It’s an opportunity to celebrate the cultural diversity that enriches us collectively… have you thought about creating a local celebration or participating in activities in your community?