Learning Story by Jhoan Dela Cruz, Dayhome Educator in Edmonton With lots of loose parts and open-ended materials offered, I was lucky to observe a gorgeous interaction between Jiro and Jimmel. Jimmel and Jiro engage socially with one another, playing blocks and cars together. “Pick,” Jiro asserts, handing the dime carton blocks or coin rollers […]
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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