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Programming Ideas for Summer Camp Success
Pool Noodle Tag
One or two students begin with a noodle (foam paddle). These students are the taggers. When the music begins they WALK and try to tag everyone who does not have a noodle. If a student gets tagged, they walk over and grab a noodle from the piles outside of the playing area and join the taggers.
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Ask a Behaviour Consultant
Q. I have a child in my program who refuses to eat most food that is offered. This child loves to eat bread, crackers, yogurt and fruit. My expectation is for every child to try at least one bite before they get more of the food they like.
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Big Red and the Little Bitty Wolf: A story about Bullying
From the CISS Equipment Library: Activities to Promote Fine Motor Skill
As resource consultants, one of the supports we can provide to programs is equipment for development of motor skills. We have a large selection of toys and activities to lend to programs to support the development of individual fine motor abilities. Sometimes lagging skills are identified by your team of educators or a specific skill may be targeted by a consulting Occupational Therapist. Below are examples of some common areas for development and supporting activities.
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Download our Tip Sheet to help support school age children during summer camps.
CHEO Feeding Webinar
Embracing Inclusion Audio Series
by Community Living Hamilton
- Creating Inclusive Environments in Licensed Home Child Care
- Planning for Inclusive Outdoor Play
- Welcoming New Children: The Benefits of Play Visits
In Memory of Eric Carle
CISS celebrates the life and the achievements of Eric Carle, the author and illustrator of more than 70 books for very young children including his most well-known title The Very Hungry Caterpillar!
The secret of Eric Carle’s books’ appeal lies in his intuitive understanding of and respect for children, who sense in him instinctively someone who shares their most cherished thoughts and emotions.
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