Focus vs. Fidget!
In most of my recent workshops I have described Learning Styles of children who come from diverse families, boys, those who are spirited, with Special Needs and all children who seem to benefit from having instructions communicated both verbally and visually. This is not a new practice; when preparing for a transition or when trying […]
Read More...Where are the children?
Well, here it is. Summer Break! We waited so long for summer to get here, so we could get outside and feel the warm breeze on our faces, walk, listen to the birds, and so on. But when I am outside I don’t hear any children! No-one playing ball hockey, no-one riding their bikes up […]
Read More...Challenging Behaviour or just Christmas?
Understanding Challenging Behaviour is one of the most requested Professional Development topics requested by Teachers, Early Childhood Educators, Parents, group leaders, etc. As adults we sometimes forget how sensitive children are to our demanding adult focused world. It is easy to forget that children are just tagging along for the ride and we are driving. […]
Read More...This emerging ‘Emergent Curriculum’!
With the trend in Early Education to plan a curriculum that is Child Focused and Play Based it leaves some of us wondering how to make the change. I can remember supervisors expecting the staff to plan their child care curriculum for the whole year so they could order creative supplies and prepare the Parent […]
Read More...Bullying, Relationships and the Brain
October is Bullying Prevention Month and I want to take this opportunity to draw some attention to how important our relationships are in growing brains. There are lots of websites about Bullying, Bullying Awareness, Anti-bullying, Bullying Prevention and so on. The bottom line is we know it hurts and is bad for everyone. It makes […]
Read More...Summer Camp?!
It’s almost here; summer vacation! That time of the year when school is out, kids stay home and play outside all day. When families go on picnics or camping all over the province and sit by the water’s edge, playing ball or Frisbee. Flying a kite is a skill that is practiced and mastered. Fishing, […]
Read More...Play! just play…
I have been meeting the most wonderful RECE’s in my new adventure; not only here in Windsor-Essex, but across Ontario. The excitement to stay connected with current information and knowledge and to network with each other is contagious. The understanding that they are so important in the brain development of the children they care for, […]
Read More...Website Launch
Well, here it is; the official launch of my own website! Firstly, I’d like to thank everyone who have encouraged me to pursue my dream and for giving me the confidence to get out there and do it! I’d also like to thank Nick my web designer for a beautiful and professional website; great job! […]
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