Apr 294 min readYou can't pour from an empty cup: What is self-care and why is it important? (Part 1) What is self-care? Self-care is intentionally spending time and energy focusing on your needs with the goal of improving your...
Apr 152 min readResourcesPlan ahead for summer holidays by registering for summer camps now!Summer holidays are right around the corner. Registration for many summer camps as well as applications for funding to attend for those...
Apr 42 min readResourcesSolar Eclipse safety on April 8, 2024 On April 8, 2024Â at 11:54 am, the moon will start passing in front of the sun, causing a solar eclipse. In Edmonton, we will only be able...
Apr 42 min readCore Concepts in Child DevelopmentEnvironment is the third teacherAn important part of play for your child is their environment. The environment where play and learning happen for a child plays an...
Mar 261 min readCore Concepts in Child DevelopmentChildren don’t need fancy or expensive toys to learn!Loose parts, which are objects or materials that can be used in a number of ways, are a great way to inspire creative thinking in your...
Mar 12 min readCore Concepts in Child DevelopmentPlay is the work of childrenIf you walk into one of our child community spaces in Norwood Centre you might see a child smoothing squares of colored felt onto the...
Feb 232 min readCore Concepts in Child DevelopmentLearning through play: It's all about the processAs children develop, it is important to give them the opportunity to explore materials in an open-ended way. What does that mean? It...
Feb 162 min readParent ToolboxTips for choosing a KindergartenSending your child off to kindergarten is a big step! And with so many different schools in the Edmonton area, it is hard to know what...
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