CMAS Webinar Series: Modelling Flexible Ideas About Gender in an Early Childhood Setting
We come from different families. We come from different cultures. We grew up in different decades. We each have our own individual experiences. We probably all see and experience gender in a slightly different way. Gender “refers to the attitudes, feelings, and behaviors that a given culture associates with a person’s biological sex” (American Psychological Association).
CMAS is pleased to present an opportunity for CNC staff to learn more about Modelling Flexible Ideas About Gender in an Early Childhood Setting. This two-part webinar series will include information about gender and child development, and will centre around the ideal of creating the best possible environment for nurturing the social and emotional development of children of all genders. Watch Part 1 and Part 2.
Note that live sessions are only open to CNC-funded programs that are working with CMAS, but the recordings will be available online for everyone this fall.
Supporting The Settlement Of Young Immigrant Children And Their Families, by Julie Dotsch is now available online!
Do you work with newcomer children and families? Having newcomer children in your care can present unique challenges, but it’s also an exciting opportunity to learn, grow and have a lasting impact on children’s lives. In her book, Supporting The Settlement Of Young Immigrant Children And Their Families, child care and diversity expert Julie Dotsch shares strategies and ideas from caregivers working in the field of newcomer child care, and builds on caregivers’ professionalism, knowledge and experience to provide a greater understanding of the new immigrant and refugee experience from a child’s and family’s perspective. Now you can download your own copy of Supporting The Settlement Of Young Immigrant Children And Their Families in PDF format!
CMAS Webinar: The Art of Storytelling with James Funnyhat
In this new
CMAS webinar, James Funnyhat, an expert
storyteller and musician, shares some tips and inspiring ideas for
capturing the imagination and keeping children's attention... even when the shows are online!
CMAS Webinar: How the Environment You Create Affects a Child’s Behaviour
In this new
CMAS webinar, Ann Hutchings discusses how the environment you create affects children's behaviour. She also shares lots of inspiring ideas for child-centred spaces that encourage creativity, learning and development!
CMAS Webinar- Communication: Looking Through the Lens of Behaviour
In this new
CMAS webinar, Shanda Burnett discusses how behaviour and communication are linked. She also explains the importance of relationships and observation, and how an ABC chart can help us understand the function of behaviour in our programs.
CMAS Webinar: Successful Transitions and Routines
In this new
CMAS webinar, Kim Faber discusses why it's so important for transitions and routines to feel natural and flexible. She also talks about how consistent routines can help children feel safe, secure and confident - and how they help your whole program run smoothly!
CMAS Webinar: Engaging Children’s Senses Through Play
In this CMAS webinar, Jackie Cunningham discusses the
importance of sensory play and how you can incorporate it into different areas of your programming.
CNC in Action: Five Great Practices in a Child Centred Program
Red River College’s CNC program in Steinbach, a rural area one hour outside of Winnipeg, serves a growing local immigrant population. Located in a Mennonite Church, increased enrolment keeps the site running at or near its capacity of 25 children, who range in age from 18 months to five years old. Not only is the program filling a need within the community, but the staff is showing strength in child-centred care and explorative play, according to their CMAS consultant, Jackie Cunningham.
CMAS spoke with the Childcare Supervisor, Nalini Ranganath, to explore
five of their practices that really benefit the newcomer children.
Great Activity Ideas from JIAS
JIAS (Jewish Immigrant Aid Services) shared some great activity ideas for both inside and outside of the classroom.
Read about their latest get together with the local seniors and creative projects with the toddler group.
New Online Tutorial: 3 Simple Visuals For Every CNC Program
Young children are naturally visual learners as they observe, imitate and learn to read body language. For newcomer children, visual cues can be even more important - especially if you don't have a shared language!
In the
3 Simple Visuals for CNC tutorial, we'll review the three
simple visuals that are essential in every Care for Newcomer Children program.
