Fostering Attachment in the Child Care Setting for Infants and Toddlers
It takes time for care providers to learn the cues of the babies in their care. Likewise, babies need to get to know and understand their care providers. This cannot happen if the baby has too many adults in his or her day or if he or she moves to a new classroom every few months. Early childhood researchers suggest that infants and toddlers should spend their first three years in consistent care to allow secure attachments to develop. This article from Early Childhood News will help you to learn a multitude of techniques that help
build attachment and security for infants in your care.
Canada 150: What is Happening Around Canada
SESQUI’s HORIZON is a revolutionary 360° cinematic experience is chance for families to see the diversity of Canada in a whole new way. Shot in all 13 provinces and territories, the film takes audiences on a journey through Canada, from the spectacular colours of the auroras to the high tides of Fundy. It is screened in a dome and the full experience includes virtual reality storytelling, interactive games and learning resources. Find out
more information and
locate a screening close to you.
Podcast: The Science behind Language Development
Does your circle time seem more like a test than an opportunity to enrich learning? In this podcast Karen Nemeth, an advocate for early childhood education and author on the topic of language development, explores
childhood language development and the importance of engaging children in conversations. You’ll learn about the science of language development and what it should look like in the classroom. You’ll also come away with ideas for moving your circle time from a question and answer format to a real conversation with kids.
Canada 150: What is Happening Around Canada
All across the country, schools are getting children and youth into the spirit of Canada 150. Here are three examples, in
Ottawa,
Toronto, and
Winnipeg.
Click here for more details.
Canada 150: Activity Ideas for Families
Discover 150 fun and meaningful ways that families can bring Canada 150 to life in Me to We’s
WE Are Canada Guide for Families. The Guide features fun, simple and thoughtful ideas for service, related to Canada 150 and its key themes: diversity and inclusion, reconciliation, youth and the environment. Families can discover new ways to make a difference in the lives of others by taking small, everyday actions. You can find out more and
download the Guide here.
Canada 150: Activity Ideas for Programs
Attention school age programs: here is a chance for the children to create a fun video, win great prizes, and learn more about our country’s history in the process! In celebration of Canada 150
, Here’s My Canada is a multilingual, nation-wide contest inviting Canadians over the age of six to express what Canada means to them in a 30-second video. The video submission deadline is August 31, 2017. The site also contains great
learning tools that provide discussion topics and educational activities to help the children explore questions of Canadian identity and create their entries to the contest. Read more about the contest, the rules, view other videos created, and submit a video by
clicking here.
Invisible Wounds: The impact of six years of war on the mental health of Syria’s children
At least three million children under the age of six know nothing but war. For many Syrian children, prolonged exposure to war, stress and uncertainty has left them in a state of “toxic stress.” Some of the immediate impacts of this stress are increased bedwetting, self-harm, suicide attempts and aggressive or withdrawn behaviour. Left untreated the long-term effects may be even greater. Save the Children has completed the largest and most
comprehensive study of Syrian children’s mental health and well-being. This 25-page report documents the impact of war on children and their families and ends with recommendations for creating solutions.
Watch for the Signs: How to Prevent Heat Stroke
Did you know that incidents of heat stroke spike at the end of June and into July? During these months, children are often outside playing, but with all the fun and excitement, precautions must be taken to keep them safe. In this
article from Children’s Health, you’ll learn the symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke, what to do when they strike and special precautions for babies.
Canada 150: What is Happening in Our Programs
In honour of Canada 150, Afghan Women’s Organization in Mississauga made 150 cards for the Trillium Foundation to be distributed among the children and parents at the Pediatric Unit and Kid’z Clinic. Everyone took part in the work– from the six month old infants to the four year old preschoolers. The site supervisor then turned the art into a book. We are sure these personalized works of art brightened the lives of many families.
Click here to see the finished products.
Developing Physical Literacy in Children
How do you help a child develop skills in physical activity? What can you do to increase their motivation, competency and confidence in this area? Like most other areas of development, physical literacy is fostered by setting up a rich, stimulating environment indoors and outdoors and being an active role model. This site will teach you
how to help children develop physical literacy through active play.
