Sets And Sorting with Flowers, from playful invitations When children sort they bring structure to a collection of materials. This activity encourages open-ended sorting of colorful flowers, abundant in Feb-March when Valentine gifts are starting to wilt. playfulinvitations.com/new-blog/2019/…

10 Family Card Games That Support Early Math Skills via DREME Network dreme.stanford.edu/news/10-family…

Waterloo region nutrition program finds way to feed kids during pandemic ift.tt/2UUtrWD

AND D....(please hear excitement! ) ...we almost stepped on this little fellow @LaurelFynes . I think he maybe a baby snapping turtle from his long tail and jagged little wee mouth. He was so very precious, filled my heart in that moment with hope and joy.

Grid games can be some of the earliest experiences children have with board games. They are simple to make, easy to organize, customizable for children's interests, and they are MATHEMATICAL. The Math in Ten Using a Grid Game: earlymath.erikson.edu/the-math-in-te… #kinderchat #ECEchat #ECE

Hi Families! Have you checked out the Kindergarten links on Ontario Learn at Home? I loved listening to Todd Parr read The Don’t Worry Book

Day 13 Self-Reg #30DayChallenge Instead of correcting anti-social behaviour try looking for the pro social stressors and reducing those. The MEHRIT Centre Stuart Shanker & Co. Susan Hopkins, EdD

It was so wonderful to connect and talk with ALL 27 of our Kindergarten Families! I am so grateful that you are all safe, happy and healthy!

We know these are challenging days for all kids and families. To help navigate this difficult time, we are curating evidence-based info and helping to ensure families know where to find child/ youth mental health services in their community. cmho.org/covid19 #kidscantwait

Videos for school-age children to help them understand great practices to stay healthy and safe. TVO Kids – Stay Healthy tvokids.com/school-age/vid…

This is a FANTASTIC resource! Handwriting without Tears is offering a free 90 day trial for families. Follow the link to create a free account. lwtears.com/programs/dista…

Today’s Facebook Live is in the Zoo’s Greenhouse with Gardener Amanda 🌿🌱 Take a tour of of our botanical collection and ask your gardening questions at 1pm: facebook.com/thetorontozoo. #ClosedButStillCaring #TheZooToYou

Are you interested in figuring out how we can dial down the stress on our parents, children, & educators right now? What matters most for our children/students for Spring 2020? Can't wait to hear the ideas of our #selfreg community! Join us tonight @ 7:30 EST for #TMCtalks

✏️ Here are some whole classroom strategies we hope that parents can use at #home during these times to address anxiety. #dojochat #2ndchat 🔹 Teach kids about their brains 🔹 Normalize anxiety and teach about its benefits 🔹 Frame mistakes as a natural part of learning

We're looking forward to #TMCTalks that will start in just a few minutes. We know parents & teachers everywhere are working hard to pivot during #COVID19 & we want to hear how you're doing! Watch for the first question coming at 7:30 from Susan Hopkins, EdD. Thanks for joining us!

Happy Easter Kindergarten Families! I met Mr & Mrs Bunny on my walk! I hope that they visited you because you are all so sweet! I Miss YOU!

Well-being during this time will require the 🔴 + 🔵 Brains to work together and not against one another. Learn more about why this balance is key during the situation with #COVID19 with our Info Sheet here 👉🏼 bit.ly/2RjqMC2 #ClassKickChat

Thank YOU to families who are beginning their learning journeys on Google Classroom! It is wonderful to stay connected and learn together!

Congratulations on your Volunteer Impact Award Kate. Our kids love starting their day with you! ❤️ volunteerwr.ca/index.php?Menu…

Encourage Quiet Time Mind-body techniques like meditation, deep breathing & guided imagery can help your child cope during stressful times. Teach your child these simple methods to help control anxiety and better deal with challenges.#HappyAtHome ARTHRITIS FOUNDATION