Active Listening: Surviving Difficult Conversations with Positive Outcomes

Active Listening: Surviving Difficult Conversations with Positive Outcomes Conflict. Disagreements. Tension. People. Adults. A common communication barrier for many early childhood educators is how to address conflict in the workplace, between co-workers and with families. This is not an easy task and takes time, intentionality and practice. Effective communication is key to developing a positive workplace […]

What A Wonderful World! Culturally Diverse Practices in Child Care

What A Wonderful World! Culturally Diverse Practices in Child Care The world is full of adventure, possibilities and play! Our children and families come to us with different play experiences, backgrounds, traditions, cultures and values. Learning and understanding how children see culture is an important part of being a citizen in our communities. In this […]

Beautiful Minds! Caring for Children with Neurodiversity

Beautiful Minds! Caring for Children with Neurodiversity Our brains all function slightly differently. Some of us are great with numbers, while others are great artists or sports players. As our brains grow and develop, we may notice that some brains are wired differently, and different strengths and behaviors emerge. Children who are neurodivergent grow just […]

In-Person Community Play Day! Know No No’s! Supporting Children’s Behaviours Using Positive Guidance Strategies

The Meadows Early Learning & Child Care 3828 17 St NW, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

Know No Nos! Supporting Children's Behaviours Using Positive Guidance Strategies We're bringing back our in-person community workshops! Our second community professional learning day will be a full-day event! When: Saturday, May 11, 2024 Time: 9:00AM - 3:30PM Investment: $135.00+GST Host Location: The Meadows Early Learning and Child Care Centre, Edmonton, AB Topic: Know No Nos! […]

Lunch & Learn Mini Webinar: Sensory Table Play

Lunch & Learn Mini Webinar: Sensory Table Play Welcome to our Lunch and Learn mini webinars! These online community webinars give you some practical strategies you can implement immediately! Lunch and Learn webinars are only 30 minutes and are offered over the lunch hour of 1:00-1:30PM. Each month, we will present a different topic to enhance […]

Creating Magical Spaces! Inspiring Early Childhood Environments

Creating Magical Spaces! Inspiring Early Childhood Environments Creating a space that promotes curiosity, exploration, discovery and play is a complex task. Trends change over time...so what's the latest and greatest in creating an environment that truly captures the image of the child and children's play? It's a setting that focuses on the child, creates a […]

Caring Connections: Interactions that Matter

Caring Connections: Interactions that Matter The comfort of an encouraging smile. The caring reassurance after a fight with a friend. The excitement of co-celebration as they discovery a new skill. How we interact with children has a huge impact on children's growth and development, not only their social emotional development, but also in their abilities […]

Tinkering and Toying with STEM: Exploration and Discovery Through STEM, STEAM & STREAM

Tinkering and Toying with STEM: Exploration and Discovery Through STEM, STEAM & STREAM STEM - Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math; STEAM - Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math; STREAM - Science, Technology, Reading, Engineering, Arts, and Math. Regardless of your acronym, STEM activities are bound to be a hit with children as they encourage problem-solving, […]

COMMUNITY EVENT! Protectors of Play Fun Walk

Capilano Park Capilano Park Rd NW, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

Sunday, June 9, 2024 REGISTER TODAY! Inspired Minds ECC is proud to announce our second annual Protectors of Play Fun Walk on Sunday, June 9, 2024 at Capilano Park, Edmonton. Let's get together and walk 5km to support the children and families who need the amazing support and care that the Kids Kottage provides them […]

Lunch & Learn Mini Webinar: Water Play

Lunch & Learn Mini Webinar: Water Play Welcome to our Lunch and Learn mini webinars! These online community webinars give you some practical strategies you can implement immediately! Lunch and Learn webinars are only 30 minutes and are offered over the lunch hour of 1:00-1:30PM. Each month, we present a different topic to enhance your knowledge […]