CISS interviews an educator at Mothercraft Elmdale regarding school age programming using books.
Category Archives: Educators / Providers
Big Feelings Come and Go Storybook
This storybook teaches kids about freeze, flight and fight and helps them learn some basic self-regulation skills. Understanding freeze, flight and fight can allow for new conversations about how your child feels and what to do to help them manage their big feelings.
Borrow this book from our CISS Resource Library
Download the Free PDF
(available in 6 languages)
View 4-part videos series
(Freeze, Flight, Fight, Settle)
Sesame Street Video Helps Kids with Autism Learn to Wear a Mask
In a sweet new video, muppet Julia, who has autism, practices wearing a mask with her dad.
Programming Idea: Textile Art
Last December, when the children were making felt ornaments, I observed that some children were interested in sewing with the felt. In order to get an idea for an activity they could do, I brainstormed using a web of possibilities.
After brainstorming I decided to introduce a loom to the children and taught them how to weave. Unfortunately, only a few children were able to weave because there was only one loom in my centre which was not enough for everyone to participate.
Masks On. Let’s talk!
We live in an unprecedented time. Information and research on mask-wearing and its impact on child development are limited. To be frank: there is almost none. As new information trickles in, parents and adults working with children have to make the best decision based on the information at hand at the time, even if we wish we had more information to better guide us.
Continue readingFrom the CISS Equipment Library: The Benefits of Adaptive Seating
As resource consultants, one of the supports that we provide to programs is equipment for inclusion in the classroom. Some of our most commonly used items are alternative seating options for circle and group time activities. Group time can be challenging for children who may have trouble staying still, difficulties concentrating, or limited ability to wait. They may also have challenges processing sensory input such as the classroom noise level or the proximity of others.
Why use flexible seating?
Continue readingSchool Age Programming: Music
Natasha Durant from Chapman Mills ELC shares school age programming ideas.
Communication: The Best Strategy to Head Back to Daycare with (almost) no Tears
Preparing for the new “post-pandemic” return will be a challenge for all of us, kids and grownups included. Imagine for a second the additional challenge it poses for a preschool child learning English as a second language or presenting with a speech and language delay. Help preschoolers better understand the new routine, respect the physical distancing measures and, facilitate this transition by adopting key communication strategies:
Social Stories for Going back to Childcare or School
As parents and educators, you might be wondering “How can I support and prepare my child or the children in my program to go back to childcare or school in a COVID-19 climate?”. A social story could be used to teach and familiarize children with new routines and expectations which could reduce anxiety and help keep everyone safe and healthy while at childcare or school. Continue reading
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