Developing literacy at an early age is essential for enabling a number of early learning experiences that will impact a child’s adult life. Research shows that early literacy is linked with emotional…
Tips for Creating a Green Child Care Center Environment
For some parents, a child care center that is committed to protecting the environment is an important factor in their child care search. They are looking for a green daycare…
How HiMama Engages Parents in a More Meaningful Way than Facebook
When selecting a parent engagement app for your child care center, many opt for Facebook given the ubiquitous nature of the social network. It’s understandable to opt for a channel…
Can We Bring Fair Pay and Respect to Preschool Teachers?
Fair pay and recognition that reflect the value of our preschool teachers will only come if we learn to respect those working in the profession. We must start by changing…
New Daycare Outdoor Regulations in Ontario: What You Need to Know
Recent updates as part of the Child Care and Early Years Act, 2014 came into effect late last year. While much of the revised act focuses on child to caregiver…
Investing in Our Future: The Changing Face of Child Care
Focus on learning and development, parent engagement, and technology are key trends in the changing face of child care and preschool programs The child care system in the U.S. and…
The Reggio Emilia Influence in Childcare Today
Over the decades, there have been many theories and frameworks for approaching early childhood education. One approach that became popular following World War II was the Reggio Emilia Approach, a…
6 Ways to Tell Your Child Care Provider Isn’t the Right Fit
You may have spent countless hours carefully researching, getting referrals and visiting great child care providers in your area. You think you’ve found the perfect child care provider for your…
What Ontario’s Proposed Child Care Regulations Mean for Quality Early Childhood Education Jobs
The Ontario government is proposing new child care regulations to address the needs of parents, as recently reported by The Globe and Mail. Many child care providers, including members of the…
Toddler Nutrition: Is My Child Eating Enough At Their Child Care Center?
When sending our little ones off to daycare, one of our top concerns as parents is whether or not they are receiving nutritious meals – and if they are actually…