From Isolation to Appreciation, our children’s perspectives will change the world I know it was not easy for the children to go through what they went through; the regulations and confusion that surrounded them. They had nothing to do with it, yet yielded the burden of the consequences. They did not understand that the...
READ MOREPreschool Canada’s Guide on How to Talk to Children about Difficult Subjects
Preschool Canada’s Guide on How to Talk to Children about Difficult Subjects As parents and caregivers, we do our best to protect our children from unpleasant things as much as possible, but the reality is that, most children do not understand why things are changing around them. Children often continue to ask to see...
READ MOREDoes your little one enjoy sensory activities?
Hi Everyone, How are you? I am back and excited to share a few of our favourite SENSORY activities with you all! Many families have shared their interest in learning more about recreating sensory play at home. My plan today is to share photos of our curious learners and help you set up these...
READ MOREWhy Process Art?
Hi Everyone, It has been a while since I last blogged. I do apologize. For those who do not know me. My name is Melissa de Castro and I am a Registered Early Childhood Educator and owner of our Eh to Zed Preschool Canada Early Learning Academy in Innisfil Ontario. Lately, I have...
READ MOREIs Your Child Ready for Kindergarten?
Is your child ready for kindergarten? I would like if you could sit back, and read this scenario while trying your best to visualize the entire thing. It is Gabriella’s first day of kindergarten and she is extremely excited about school and meeting all her classmates and teachers. Gabriella points to her name on...
READ MOREIs Mom Guilt Real?
So is mom guilt real? YES, IT IS!!! Hi, my name is Melissa de Castro and I am a working mother. I am also a professional Registered Early Childhood Educator, a wife and the proud owner of our Innisfil Preschool Canada childcare centre. As a full-time mother of 3, I get asked all these...
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