Join us as we unpack the book An Introduction to Early Childhood Education and Care by Carole Massing and Mary Lynne Matheson. What does it take for us educators to create that engaging, welcoming space that ultimately, makes everyone feel like they belong? What does life long learning have to do with inclusion? Take a listen and find out!

Join us as we explore the Whys of diversity, equity and inclusion in the field of early learning.

We are so excited to announce a new reflective resource "Pedagogical Prompts." Listen in to hear how this new publication hopes to stir up new ways of thinking in the field of early learning. 

In this episode we explore the value of joy and how we might foster it within ourselves and within our programs, taking inspiration from the article , "Joy in Our Relationships with Children, Families and Each Other," by Luis Hernandez

In this episode, we continue exploring best practices by reflecting on Group Time. We sat with Sarah Krol from THRC's Resource Library and talked about what group time is. How can we implement group times that meet the diverse needs of all children, and how can we respond to come common challenges during group time.

In this episode, we continue exploring best practices by reflecting on and considering our role as a Play Partner with children. What does being a play partner look like, what are the benefits to children and to ourselves, and how does this impact lifelong learning and joy.

Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer touched us and inspired us in so many ways. Join members of the Artists and Children Together team, as we explore concepts such as honouring the different languages used by children; how children use their bodies as a means to explore and investigate their environments, and how these experiences help inform them as beings on this land; and the responsiveness of listening.

Robin Wall Kimmerer's magical book brought Indigenous wisdom and poetic metaphors regarding our connections to humans, non-humans and the land, to life. Which passage still resonates with you?

In this episode, we go back to the basics and discuss a variety of strategies and resources that can support educators and early learning professionals in creating smooth and effective transitions that meet the diverse needs of all children. How can we balance everyone's needs and get through transitions with ease?

A wonderful conversation all about Loose Parts.

Hesitant to use Loose Parts? We will light a fire to get you excited. What do you love most about loose parts? What has surprised you the most about them?