Building Brains September Newsletter

Hello, Oki, and welcome to our monthly newsletter!

Each month, we share upcoming events, new blog posts, games, and resources to support brain health through play. Whether you’re a parent, caregiver, or educator, keep reading for research-backed ideas to help build strong brains.

Building Brains September News

Strengthening the Aging Brain is running for 6 weeks at Nord-Bridge Seniors Centre on Tuesday mornings starting September 15th. Registration is open!

Brain Games is partnering with Helen Schuler Nature Centre to offer a 6 week FREE program for everyone 55+.

NEW BLOG POSTS

Wed, Aug 19

Child-directed and Adult-directed Play

In this blog we will be discussing the importance of adult-directed and child-directed play and their impact on a child’s brain development.

Wed, Aug 12

Busting Common Myths About the Brain

In this post, we dive into eight common myths about the brain, and explain what scientific research actually tells us.

Wed, Aug 5

How do siblings affect one another’s brain development?

This blog seeks to explore how sibling relationships help shape development through childhood into adulthood, specifically the development of a child’s, emotional regulation and social skills, through

Wed, Aug 26

What is an Adolescent?

To answer the question, ‘What is an Adolescent?’ we will discuss the features of adolescence and how they make adolescence a unique developmental period deserving of dedicated support.‍

OUT IN THE COMMUNITY

What a fantastic summer out in the community connecting with over 3,800 children, caregivers, and older adults about building a healthy brain through play!

Our BBT team facilitated 96 community events including tent events at parks and playgrounds, youth drop in programs at YMCA and Southminister, and 25 Pop Up Play events at childcare centres.

Our summer team had a lot of fun! Highlights included helping at the Soup Kitchen, weekly Lethbridge Housing Outdoor Play programs, pop up play - and a surprise visit by a goat to the BBT tent!

To find out where we’ll be this month - take a look at our calendar of events and stop by to play!