This workshop will aid Providers in converting observations into practical activities and with understanding and choosing ELECT root skills to apply to their program plans. The workshop will also explore passive and participatory play styles and the Provider’s role in promoting engagement.

(Virtual) - Led by Susan Menchinton and Lea Barber

Through the Four Foundations lens, this workshop will examine the meaning and impact of various biases and showcase how to embed sociocultural identities in the materials and programming available in licensed home child care premises.

(Virtual) - Led by Susan Menchinton and Lea Barber

Providing healthy, balanced meals and snacks is a primary responsibility of licensed care. This workshop covers the essential guidelines and delivers additional tips on best practices for food management and guiding healthy eating for children.

(Virtual) - Led by Susan Menchinton

Ages and stages of sexual development
Tips for talking about bodies, boundaries and safety
How to talk to your families about sensitive issues

Building on the MIRPEC Techniques model this session will explore a variety of responses to common Behaviour Guidance situations as well as examine ways to boost social-emotional experiences on the program plan to support children’s needs.

(Virtual) - Led by Susan Menchinton and Lea Barber

Information about what is Every Child Belongs and the Resource Consultation Service
Services that can be accessed through the program
What the service looks like
Collaborative piece with providers and families

What and why early identification
Red flags to look out for
Benefits of monitoring development
How checklists can support with early identification
Resource Consultation Service and referral process
How to speak with parents if you have concerns
Use of the Looksee Screening Tool

What are the senses
What is sensory processing
How can sensory affect behaviors and how can we help
Sensory activities to try in your program

Different types of communication
Exploration of how to build children’s communication within childcare
When to be concerned about a child’s communication

Understand Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Explore the unique meanings and interconnectedness of these principles to enhance your practice.
Create an Anti-Bias Environment: Develop strategies to celebrate diversity and actively counteract biases in your home childcare setting.
Support Families and At-Risk Children: Learn to recognize and respond to the needs of vulnerable children and their families with sensitivity and respect.
Handle Challenging Conversations: Build confidence in navigating difficult discussions with families while fostering trust and collaboration
Implement Anti-Racism and Accommodation Practices: Gain insights into embedding anti-racist principles and ensuring accommodations to support equity in childcare.

What is sickle cell anemia
How sickle cell anemia affects the body
Causes and symptoms
Treatment
Living with Sickle Cell Anemia
Supporting children and families