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.
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.
Story by Janet Huffman, Childcare Consultant in Fort McMurray. Photos from Kiddo’s Kare Dayhome. My curiosity was peeked when I saw the pictures that were shared from Kiddo’s Kare Dayhome. I wanted to know more about the provocations that were being explored. Where did this interest start? What learning do we see? Which dispositions do […]
By Maria Grewal, Dayhome Educator in Edmonton This week the “Ambulance Tour” was a remarkable life experience and learning opportunity for all the children at “The Children’s Studio”! The children’s curiosity and anticipation was built up as they were all waiting for Monday to arrive and have the “Ambulance Tour”! The clock was ticking and […]
Children Playing with Sticks in Nature Learning Story by Kathy, Dayhome Educator in St. Albert Sticks are by far the most desired tool in our program, and it’s easy to see why when you watch children playing with sticks in nature. Children use them to dig holes, measure puddle depth, write or draw in the […]
