Kids & Co Pre School

Playing with a child without distractions is important for their brain development.

'Moments spent in play are a luxury and are only present when the relational needs of a child are being met. These times are critical for brain development as it is when children form neural networks that are involved in later problem solving and creativity..... Play is not empty time; it is how children build the brains that are required for work and learning.'— Dr. Deborah MacNamara

Community is belonging even for children.

Educators can help children develop a sense of belonging through encouraging them to be part of their community. Add this ECA resource to your professional library to support educator practice in helping children build community relationships. bit.ly/3ttMUNH

"When we help a child to feel secure, feel appreciated, feel that “somebody is deeply, truly interested in me,” by the way we just look, the way we just listen, we influence that child’s whole personality, the way that child sees life." - Magda Ge**er

A calming and fine motor activity in one. Perfect to share with children.

A simple exercise such as finger breathing can support children to focus, manage feelings and bring a sense of calm.

Download the latest issue of Embrace from the Victorian Inclusion Agency. This edition features articles promoting children’s sense of belonging, powerful strategies to help children manage their feelings, and a free poster with 19 positive affirmations to support children during tough times. Download here: bit.ly/GetEmbraceWinter2020

COVID-19 update from NSW Health

Webinar: How can you best utilise My Health Record in everyday practice – for community pharmacy

With over 22 million Australians (that’s more than 90%) who have a My Health Record and 85% of these now contain healthcare data, now is the time to find out more about how My Health Record can be a valuable tool in the provision of healthcare.

This webinar is specifically tailored to community pharmacy staff wanting to learn more about how they can use My Health Record in everyday practice. This session will outline the relevant clinical information available within My Health Record and how this may assist in reducing potential medication misadventures and improve care coordination.

When: Wed, Sep 16, 2020 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM AEST

Target Audience: All pharmacy staff

Register your interest here https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/5360293317241341967?source=Bulletin

Every day we are thankful for the amazing Educators at
Kids & Co Pre School, Hurstville Grove.

Happy Educator's Day 2020 to all educators in Australia. We are so lucky to have you in young children's lives now, and always.

Five simple steps to support children’s emotions..

Emotional coaching is a positive communication strategy to support children self regulate and recognise and accept their emotions.

(Image via The Gottman Institute)

Our support to each other as a team, and to families is informed by our critical reflections. It's about being respectful, honest, and open communication.

Critically reflective practice supports staff wellbeing - Be You If critical reflection is undertaken on a regular basis, it has the potential to strengthen and build the self-confidence of individual educators and the confidence of teams in early learning services and schools. Why reflective practice? Ongoing learning and reflective practice is one of the five p...

We're back, offering resources from reliable sources in early childhood education!

Little J has an important message for Jarjums
( children) about hand washing.

Little J has an important message for you jarjums about washing your hands.

We had a fantastic visit by the fire fighters from Hurstville Fire Brigade. We learnt about how to stay safe in the event of an emergency at home, and the role of fire fighters in saving people and animals.

We got an extra surprise when they showed us how the fire and rescue truck works, and the flood lights going up were amazing! Thanks Erin and Darren for taking the time to share your knowledge, and to answer children’s questions

Sharing thoughts and ideas in action!

Portfolios nowadays give children a voice, and help educators acknowledge them as the primary authors. When done well, portfolios provide children, families and educators with a tool exploring thoughts and ideas with others.

http://thespoke.earlychildhoodaustralia.org.au/portfolios-pedagogical-documentation-souvenir/?utm_source=Facebook&utm_campaign=Portfolios%3A+Pedagogical+documentation+or+souvenir%3F&utm_content=030719&fbclid=IwAR3U5Igzmnd10Zop_r9mbt8zijOhkmtn5AKlzB7fC7e8zvaumA-rKlzcyS4

Portfolios: Pedagogical documentation or souvenir? - The Spoke – Early Childhood Australia's Blog