Dragonfly Discovery Story by Jesusa Lozano, Dayhome Educator in Fort McMurray I/ we are questioning.I/we are wondering and curious.I/we are solving problems in our play and learning. Our dayhome friend Priya made a dragonfly discovery on the top of the cut tree. She then called her friends and started to investigate it. Everyone gathered to […]
Early Childhood Learning Stories Blog
Welcome to Child Development Dayhomes’ early childhood learning stories; observations about what our educators see, hear, and interpret from children. They allow opportunities to share and acknowledge children’s interests and their unique learning journey.

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At Child Development Dayhomes, we believe that children learn best when actively engaged and participating in play-based activities that are responsive to their interests. We offer home-based childcare in Edmonton and Area, Calgary and Area, and Fort McMurray.
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Autumn Tree Learning Story By Parveen, Dayhome Educator in Edmonton My little friends worked hard as a team and they made a beautiful autumn tree. I gathered all the supplies required to make this beautiful masterpiece. I took a big sized tuff tray and put the wooden tracks in there. Then, I added a basket […]
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Sensory Bottle Exploration Learning Story By Zohra, Dayhome Educator in Fort McMurray During a 15-minute observation, I noticed Vera, Ari, and Ella engaging in creative and collaborative play with sensory bottles. The activity evolved as the children explored various possibilities, demonstrating their creativity, problem-solving, and social skills. Initially, as part of the sensory bottle exploration, […]
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