Sand play is more than just a fun activity, it’s a powerhouse for childhood development. From building castles to digging moats, every grain offers an opportunity to enhance sensory awareness, fine motor skills, and creativity. These hands-on experiences support healthy brain development and encourage children to explore, experiment, and connect with the world around them. Whether at home, in the…
Planning the right activities isn’t just about filling time, it’s about shaping young minds, encouraging healthy development, and creating a nurturing environment where children thrive. Whether you’re caring for infants, toddlers, or preschoolers, engaging and age-appropriate day care activities can make all the difference. For child care providers, a thoughtfully structured day supports smoother routines and more positive behavior. For…
We loved the honesty of this post by Sabrina Rogers-Anderson about her experience during the pandemic. Like Sabrina, I think many parents have had ups and downs being at home for the past few months with their children. We love the perspective and positive lessons she learned during COVID-19 that she plans to implement after it. Read here, the lessons…
At Wee Watch, our programming and Providers focus on play-based learning as we know all the benefits for child development it brings. As parents, you may be facing challenges in your new role of “teacher” as well as a parent in the past few months since school has been cancelled.
Self-care is not selfish or indulgent, it’s how we keep ourselves well to ensure we are physically, emotionally, and mentally capable of being there for our young children. The Case for Self-Care During the COVID-19 Outbreak Your health and well-being are important so that you can nurture your child. The realities of COVID-19 make self-care even more important. The unknowns…
During this unprecedented time, we want to assure our many parents and childcare Providers that our commitment to delivering only the highest standard of childcare has not changed. In our 35 years of offering childcare, we have continued to evolve in terms of programming, regulatory, nutritional and safety requirements while always ensuring we meet or exceed any standard. With the…
March 8th is International Women’s Day – a day for Canadians and many countries around the world to celebrate women and their strengths and achievements. The day is also focused on breaking down barriers that continue to exist. The strong, vibrant women of tomorrow are girls today and it’s never too early in a child’s development to think about our own…
Family game night has been a long-standing tradition in many homes. It’s a great way to bond and have fun as a family. But how about adding a little educational fun to the mix by exploring STEM together? STEM is the study of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics, and has become widely popular in preschool and school curriculums as it…
When you think about the future of your kids are you relieved or are you anxious? Or are you both at the same time? Relief probably indicates that your child is fairly independent and wise when it matters. Anxiety, on the other hand, could be due to a string of bad decisions by your child or perhaps just a few…