Resources
Exploring Intersectionality, Race, and Developing of Self
Have you watched Exploring Intersectionality, Race, and Developing of Self yet? It was one of our top-rated sessions! Here’s what participants had to say: Brilliant session! I certainly would be interested in hearing more from Tonja Armstrong-MacInnis! I didn’t know much about the factors that contribute to Intersectionality. Thank you so much!
Activities for anxious kids: How to Help Children Cope with Anxiety Through Play
Lots of children deal with anxiety these days. As caretakers and educators, we can help! Play is one way to help relieve anxiety and regulate emotions. Try these 50 activities in your CNC program today to help children cope with anxiety!
Strengthening Language Development and Cultural Understanding in CNC
Have you signed up for your free account yet at The Source for Learning - ECE? They have a great selection of free training and resources, including this Multilingual Toolkit - a comprehensive starter-kit, guidance and tools to strengthen language development and cultural understanding for all your young learners!
Toy Safety for Babies
Toys provide opportunities for babies to learn, develop, and interact with their environment.And one of our jobs is to make sure that all of the toys are age-appropriate and safe. To help, Families Canada has developed this tip sheet on Toy Safety for 8-12 Month Old Babies.
Diversity in Art: Exploring and Implementing Art Strategies in the ECE Classroom
Have you watched Diversity in Art: Exploring and Implementing Art Strategies in the ECE Classroom yet? It was one of our top-rated sessions! Here’s what participants had to say: Today’s training was a masterclass... Amazing ideas and information. Very exciting session, thank you!
WEBINAR – Frustrating Temperament Traits: Strengths-Based Approaches To Ensure Young Children Thrive
Some children are naturally predisposed to intense emotional reactions, feeling resistant to new routines and experiences, and have trouble moving on. As a result, these young humans sometimes experience emotional outbursts, have difficulty calming, reject new experiences, or resist transitions in group settings. The reality is, some traits can prove more difficult to work with, depending on the mix of adult and child temperaments. When a mismatch occurs, this can rattle the resolve of even the calmest most self-assured caregivers! The good news? Early Educators can ensure every child flourishes by teaching the skills needed and providing a “good fit” in their caregiving environment. Join this insightful session to discover the nine temperament traits that are present from birth, and explore helpful strategies and methods to support all children to flourish in your caregiving setting.
77 Children’s Books About Mental Health
Books provide opportunities for us to introduce ideas and open dialogue with the children in our programs. A good book can also help kids name and understand feelings and experiences they may be struggling with! The Child Mind Institute has put together a helpful list of the 77 best children’s books about mental health and learning disorders and other common challenges, like dealing with strong emotions.
Transformative Breakthrough from the Start: Empowering Bilingual Families and Children
Learning a new language and adapting to mainstream customs can be intimidating. In CNC, administrators and SDRs can help set the tone for welcoming newcomer children and families into the programs. This quick article and story offers some lessons learned and things CNC teams can think about to make intentional plans for welcoming newcomer families into their programs.
Kaleidoscope: Where Every Child’s Colours Shine
In our programs, each child brings their own unique colours to our collective story. Like the ever-changing patterns in a kaleidoscope, children bring diverse interests, abilities, backgrounds, and experiences that create a rich tapestry of learning opportunities. CNC staff have the privilege of witnessing this beautiful diversity every day, but with this privilege comes the responsibility of ensuring every child’s pattern can shine brightly. These articles explore how to create learning environments that amplify every child’s potential, including topics like: The power of hands-on learning and STEM education, Supporting neurodiverse learners, and Building advocacy skills for an inclusive future
15 Ideas for Encouraging Family Engagement
What is “Family Engagement?” Early childhood program administrators and staff often hear that they should “engage” families to best meet the needs of children and ensure understanding of their programming. Family engagement is a partnership with the families in your program. It can develop, grow, and change with circumstances. Here are 15 ideas to help encourage CNC family engagement in your program!