Have you run out of good books to read to your preschoolers at bedtime? Are you tired of reading the same book to your child? Look no further because we’ve got you covered! In this article, we’ve rounded up some of the top recommended books to read your preschoolers at bedtime. These books are all…
Winter can be a challenge for parents and early childhood educators! How can we help make it exciting for children while helping them fortify important skills like social development, fine motor skills, and so much more. When you can’t go and enjoy the beautiful outdoors, there are still lots of ways for preschoolers to have…
Does your preschooler love to draw? Do you want to help your children learn to express themselves in a healthy, creative way? Giving your child time to draw and practice art isn’t just a fun activity to do with them! Drawing and art-based lesson planning in educational environments can benefit a child in so many…
Whether you are a parent, early childhood educator or caregiver, here are some ideas on how you can help your children engage and learn while enjoying the beauty of the Fall. At the Montessori Learning Centre in Calgary, we promote activities that help children refine their senses and cultivate skills through natural experienced-based learning and…
What was your learning experience like as a child? Was it enforced or was it too lenient? Did it work for you? “Learning is very natural when the child is in an environment that fosters this.” Sherin Alibhai Children in the early years are extremely perceptive to all experiences and impressions in their environment. This…
THE BIG DEAL BETWEEN REALITY AND FANTASY From its first breath, the newborn baby begins to understand the world around through their senses. Their hands, nose, mouth become the instrument through which they pick up impressions. These first impressions work their way to the brain. This is where the work of analysing, dissecting and categorizing…
INDEPENDENCE! When did you ever hear that to be of importance in Early Childhood Education. If anything most adults believe their role to be to do as much as possible for the child. How often do we hear the child say, “ME DO”! The adult wants to help, the child wants to do. The adult…
The difference between preschools and daycares is really quite simple. Preschools are licensed to operate one session for a maximum of 4 hours per day whereas daycares offer longer day options. Child care centres are generally licenses under either of these two licences. Therefore the license only determines how long children can stay per day…
Returning to work will have its challenges especially for teachers, child care workers and early childhood educators. Here are some tips to support you with this period: Teachers have an innate desire to always be supportive of their students. Self care is paramount. Find ways that energize and calm you. Know what you can do…
Vegies, Fruits and Cheese! How can you go wrong with that combination? Have your child help shop, cut, and then inspire them to make shapes, bugs, allow their creativity to come to life. Healthy eating can be just as much fun preparing as much as it can be eating if the idea is presented in…
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