Brain Building Blogs
Play Therapy
“For children to “play out” their experiences and feelings is the most natural, dynamic, and self-healing process in which they can engage”
Managing Big Feelings
When it comes to big emotions, teaching children a range of strong coping skills can help them with their overall wellbeing, increase their resilience, and help them deal with challenging life circumstances in healthy ways both now and in the future.
The Power of Healthy Relationships
Find out about the power of healthy relationships in dealing with challenging behaviour in this week’s blog post.
Emotional Literacy
Is it true that happy people live longer? Read about emotional literacy and learn how it impacts our mental wellbeing and physical health.
Protective Factors
We all want our families and children to have what they need to thrive. How can we take advantage of our unique strengths as a parent and ensure we have the skills and supports we need so our child – and our family as a whole – is safe, secure and happy?
Arts and Crafts
Crafts will entertain children for hours, and there are thousands of easy craft ideas online. However, they’re more than a fun activity; crafts have a plethora of benefits for children.
Yoga in the Park
This past week, we were thrilled to lead yoga in the park with a sizable group of children from the community. It was certainly a hit!
The Value of Pretend Play
Pretend Play is surprisingly simple! A stick, box, or magazine can become the centerpiece for a whole story.
The Benefits of Playing Games!
What type of life skills can a child learn from a simple game like “Red Light Green Light”? If you are looking for something to do together try this game - it is fun and developmentally beneficial!