· In the video The Power of Play (4:05 mins.), Dr. Jean Clinton, Child Psychiatrist and highly regarded Canadian speaker may inspire and remind educators and parents about what is important to focus on during these challenging days of teaching during a […]
APRIL 16 – ALL ABOUT SPRING
· Here is general information from the Ministry of Education about how children are assessed. Inquiry/Critical Thinking · This video (2 mins.) provides a brief overview about critical thinking.
All About Spring
Learning Together Joyfully: All About Spring Spring brings new beginnings as the shadows grow shorter, days grow longer, and the birds return to sing. Springtime can renew our energy and motivate us to pursue new activities and enjoy nature. If […]
All About Play
Learning Together Joyfully: Early Years If you are a parent, grandparent or educator, busy balancing work commitments, family life, and coping with many competing demands as Spring Break approaches – read on! Here you will find information about play-based learning activities and suggestions […]
Outdoor Play
Learning Together Joyfully: Early Years Outdoor Play If you are a parent, grandparent or educator, busy balancing work commitments, family life, and maintaining your sanity during Spring Break – read on! Here you will find suggestions for outdoor play activities, appropriate for family members or for educators when school resumes. All are designed to encourage you to engage and interact with your […]
MARCH 10 – ALL ABOUT PLAY AND OUTDOOR PLAY
Outdoor Play · The title of the following article says it all: Risky play for children: Why we should let kids go outside and then get out of the way. Ministry of Education Documents: · This online course is designed to assist in […]
MARCH 10 – ALL ABOUT PLAY AND OUTDOOR PLAY
Ministry of Education Documents: · Early Learning Framework: A Guide for Families · Resource List to complement the framework.
MARCH 10 – ALL ABOUT PLAY AND OUTDOOR PLAY
Play-based learning · What is play-based learning? This video (1:31 min.) demonstrates what play-based learning looks like in a classroom setting. · Play is Children’s Work. This video (5:07 min.) goes into greater detail about play-based learning. Ministry of Education documents: · Play Today: B.C. […]