Creative learning spaces encourage and inspire educators, children and their families
Preparing the Learning Environment
Responsive caregiving with parents and caregivers along with the setting up the physical environment are essential elements of creating the optimal learning opportunities for children. Safe, carefully thought out, creative learning spaces encourage and inspire educators, children and their families. Trusting, healthy and strong relationships with families is an essential piece of a successful learning environment.
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Creating Toys and Activities for Children From “Beautiful Junk”
Recycling has become part of most people’s lives. But before some items hit the recycle bin, they can be reused to create toys and art
Enjoy Some Of Our Past Content On This Topic
- Working with Military Families
Together with the Vanier Institute of the Family, CCCF developed a resource for practitioners who are serving military families. Download the copy here or en français - Developmentally Appropriate Practices in School-Age Child Care
To encourage developmentally appropriate practices, the children’s environment should be well organized, clearly defined and easily accessible. Download the copy here - Understanding Learning Styles
The more senses we use to learn about anything, the more information we get. Download the copy here - Respecting Children’s Rights in Practice
Learning to share and to take turns, listening and being listened to are ways children learn about respecting each other’s rights. Download the copy here - Supporting Children to Learn Through Play
The child care setting promotes play when divided into a number learning centres clearly defined areas that have equipment, materials and supplies that fit together and promote children’s developmental growth. Download the copy here - Building Partnerships with Families
Here are some ways to strengthen your partnership with parents in caring for their children. Download the copy here - Primary Care
The primary caregiving approach supports a goodness of fit model, enriches communication, and solidifies relationships with families. Download the copy here
