Category: Activities (Page 1 of 4)

June 17, 2021

Good Thursday Morning!

v  The Burnaby Public Library has the best summer challenge for you! Check out the attached poster and print it off for an adventurous scavenger hunt-like list you can engage with your children over the entire summer. There are lists of places to visit, things to do, look for and learn.  This is such a thoughtful list, I’ll definitely be trying somethings out too!

v  The Primary Care Network is hosting a DocTalk this Friday the 18^th at 12-1 PM this week. Join Dr. Baldev Sanghera to discuss the latest information on the available Covid vaccines. There will also be a channel set up for Arabic translation provided by ISSofBC. Registration is required, click here to register and submit questions before hand to msahota@divisionbc.ca – for more information, check out the attached posters.

v Helping children develop emotional understanding requires repeated and intentional practice. Adults can support children’s development by helping them identify, label, and talk about emotions (source: Better Kid Care). Learn more @ www.feelingsfirst.ca

o   What can you do to help young children process their feelings?

§  Ask them how they feel – “How are you feeling? It looks like you might be feeling sad.”

§  Talk about how others might feel – “Why do you think she was sad? How could you tell?”

§  Help them when they need to calm down – “Let’s take a deep breath together.”

§  Label and define feelings when words fail – “That feeling is called surprised.”

§   Explain that all feelings are okay, but not all behaviours – “It is okay to feel frustrated. It’s not okay to push your friend.”

Enjoy this glorious sunshine today!

Anita

Anita Olson (she/her) ECE, BA, MEd

SRC summer challenge final

June 15, 2021

Good Tuesday Morning!

v  Check out the attached poster from The City of Burnaby, it’s filled with different summer programs for families and children! There are summer camps, paint nights, hiking groups, parent and child discoveries – and so much more. You can see the full listing of summer programs here.

v  The Burnaby Rent Bank is a program that provides low-cost, no interest loans to low to moderate income residents of Burnaby who are in rental accommodation and are at risk of eviction or disconnection of essential utilities due to a temporary and unexpected financial crisis.  Service is provided by telephone, internet and in-person – phone 604-526-2522 or check out their website: https://purposesociety.org/events/categories/rent-bank/burnaby-rent-bank/

v  Meet me in the Park! Free one-on-one consultations at your favorite Burnaby Park with Anita. Ask your questions, concerns and curiosity about your 0-5 year old child’s development, behaviour, child – caregiver relationship, effective strategies, and parenting information. Call/text or email Anita 604-723-9548 or email aolson@fsgv.ca to set up an appointment. Virtual appointments are also available!

Have a lovely day!

Anita

Anita Olson (she/her) ECE, BA, MEd

Early Childhood Community Consultant

T 604 525 9144

M 604 723 9548

3^rd Floor – 321 Sixth Street, New Westminster BC V3L 3A7

www.fsgv.ca

Hi Everyone!

Another of Anita’s amazing blogs.

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Take Great Care.

Ms. Trish

June 2, 2021

Good Wednesday Morning!

v Rather than strive to be perfect, the greatest gift you can give to a young child is your time. Strong secure relationships are critical to a healthy, happy life in childhood, throughout the teenage years and into adulthood (source: Heart-Mind Online). Learn more @ www.feelingsfirst.ca.

What does being present mean to a young child?

o   Increased self-control

o   Higher levels of resiliency

o   More hopeful attitudes

o   Better mental health

o   More prosocial behaviours

o   More positive feelings about themselves

v  With this glorious sunshine, today would make the perfect day for a Teddy Bear’s picnic. It doesn’t have to be complicated (unless you want it to be) – make some peanut butter and jelly sandwiches with your little one, wash some strawberries or a sliced apple, a cookie or two and fill a big bottle of water. If you feel so inclined, bring some pretty tea cups – your little one will likely drink more water with a fancy cup, a blanket and of course, a couple teddy bears to join. Set up your picnic under a shady tree and voila! A Teddy Bear’s picnic.

v  For more children’s activities, self-care ideas and parenting tips, make sure to check out The Parenting Place Blog!

Enjoy your day!

Anita

Anita Olson (she/her) ECE, BA, MEd

Early Childhood Community Consultant

T 604 525 9144

M 604 723 9548

3^rd Floor – 321 Sixth Street, New Westminster BC V3L 3A7

www.fsgv.ca

We acknowledge the majority of our programs are located on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territory of the Coast Salish peoples, including the Xʷməθkʷəy̓ əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish), and Sel ̓ íl ̓ witulh (Tsleil Waututh) Nations. Huy ch q’u. Please note: FSGV is prohibited by policy from including names or initials of clients in our email correspondence. This e-mail message and any attachments thereto are intended solely for the use of the individual or entity to whom it is addressed and contains information that is confidential and may be privileged and exempt from disclosure. Any distribution, copying or disclosure is strictly prohibited. If you have received this e-mail in error, please notify the sender immediately by return email and delete the message unread without making any copies. Thank you.

May 25, 2021

Good Afternoon!

v  Starting June 8^th join Family Services of Greater Vancouver’s virtual Kitchen to Kitchen! Learn new cooking skills, discover new recipes and cook with simple low-cost ingredients every Tuesday from 10 – 12 PM. If you are interested in joining this free cooking class call 604-368-2154, email communitykitchens@fsgv.ca, or check out the poster attached!

v  The Family Support Institute of BC hosts a wonderful parenting group for parents raising children with extra support needs. This is a virtual space for parents to discuss, discover and build strength from one another. This is a weekly group starting today, May 25, at 6:30 PM. If you are interested in this supportive parenting group, register here.

v    Not all stress is bad stress! Children learn from making mistakes and trying again. Your positive response to those mistakes reinforces this process. Praise your child not only for their successes, but also for their willingness to try different things, observe outcomes and grow from these experiences. Learn more at www.feelingsfirst.ca

Enjoy the rest of your sunny-ish afternoon!

Anita

Anita Olson (she/her) ECE, BA, MEd

Early Childhood Community Consultant

T 604 525 9144

M 604 723 9548

3^rd Floor – 321 Sixth Street, New Westminster BC V3

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