Helping Children Make Connections at a New School

Helping Children Make Connections at a New School

As adults, we sometimes overlook how difficult it can be for a child to acclimate to serious changes in their life such as starting at a new school. There …

Aug 24, 2021 2 min
How to Talk to Your Children About the Coronavirus

How to Talk to Your Children About the Coronavirus

As the coronavirus (COVID-19) is being talked about more each day and precautions are being taken inside and outside the home, children are likely to becom…

Mar 16, 2020 4 min
Guiding Behaviours: Supporting Social and Emotional Resiliency in Toddlers

Guiding Behaviours: Supporting Social and Emotional Resiliency in Toddlers

Children live in small worlds that are constantly being explored and expanded.  They are surrounded by their families, their tight-knit group of friends, n…

Mar 11, 2020 10 min
4 Recipes to Make with Your Toddler

4 Recipes to Make with Your Toddler

A common struggle with many parents is getting their picky toddlers to eat meals and snacks. A great way to get kids interested is by getting them involved…

Feb 26, 2020 3 min
Preparing Your Toddler For A New Sibling

Preparing Your Toddler For A New Sibling

Many families seek guidance on the best ways to prepare a sibling for the arrival of a baby.  Concerns for the wellbeing of the sibling run high in anticip…

Feb 12, 2020 3 min
5 Healthy Afternoon Snacks for Toddlers

5 Healthy Afternoon Snacks for Toddlers

When toddlers arrive home for the day from daycare or childcare, one of the first things they do is ask for food. With dinner just a few hours away, aftern…

Jan 29, 2020 2 min
Activities to Help Develop Children’s Sensory & Motor Skills

Activities to Help Develop Children’s Sensory & Motor Skills

All children develop their sensory skills and motor skills at different rates and at slightly different times, which is why BrightPath’s daycare curriculum…

Jan 27, 2020 5 min
5 Healthy Holiday Snacks for Kids

5 Healthy Holiday Snacks for Kids

The holiday season is upon us and with that comes lots of fun times with family and friends, playing in the snow and of course, those tasty holiday treats!…

Jan 2, 2020 3 min
The Benefits of Sending Your Child to Preschool

The Benefits of Sending Your Child to Preschool

Making decisions regarding care for your child can be daunting and overwhelming.  Choosing the right quality childcare that meets the needs and values of y…

Jan 2, 2020 2 min
Busy Bees Australia & BrightPath Talent Exchange Program

Busy Bees Australia & BrightPath Talent Exchange Program

One of our Education Coaches, Sharon Pauwels, had the opportunity to take part in the Talent Exchange Program (TEP) with Busy Bees Australia, our sister co…

Jan 2, 2020 6 min
What to do With Pumpkin Waste This Halloween

What to do With Pumpkin Waste This Halloween

During the Halloween season in Canada, over 82,000 tonnes of pumpkins are grown and produced each fall. The majority of these pumpkins end up in landfills …

Jan 2, 2020 4 min
The Benefits of Outdoor Winter Activities for Children

The Benefits of Outdoor Winter Activities for Children

As a childcare Educator, I have always thoroughly enjoyed the opportunity to be outside with the children.  It was a time to not only get fresh air, but to…

Jan 2, 2020 5 min