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 […]
Inclusive Practices in the Early Years We live in a world that is wonderfully diverse - not only culturally but also in our unique abilities. Some of us can sing while others can solve Sudoku in a couple minutes. Children all learn at their own rate and in their own way. It's up to us, […]
Promoting Play with Loose Parts Loose Parts! The possibilities are endless when we provide an arrange of loose parts (open ended) materials for children to explore. Remember the possibilities of a cardboard box?! Was it a den? A space ship? Or a 3D canvas to paint and draw on? The possibilities are endless! Join me […]
Including Movement and Active Play Everyday In a world that seems to promote sedentary activities, it's important that we get children moving after a long day of school and stress. After all, this is how children learn! So, how can we get children moving every day to ensure they are healthy in body, mind, and […]
Igniting Passion for Outdoor Play Let's Get Outside and Play! We just don't seem to hear or see that too much anymore. What happened to connecting with the world around us in a hands-on way, instead of looking at it on a screen? Do you know the names of local flora and fauna? Can you […]