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As the summer is coming, we are sharing a sun safety document from our local government.

Sun Safety for Children
Is the sun harmful to children?
Children have sensitive skin that can easily be damaged by exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation (rays) of the sun, even on cloudy or overcast days. Too much sun exposure can cause sunburns, heat stroke/heat exhaustion, skin cancers, cataracts and other eye diseases. During the warm summer months, a child’s sensitive skin can also be burned by touching hot surfaces such as the pavement, outdoor metal slides or car doors.
Research has shown that exposure to UV radiation can also affect the immune system, leading to greater risk of infections and reduced vaccine effectiveness. The sun can also cause premature aging and damage to skin.
Given outdoor play, much of our exposure to UV rays occurs before we are 18 years of age. By the time we are adults, many of us have soaked up more than enough UV rays to cause skin cancer. By protecting children from sunburns and too much sun exposure, you can significantly reduce their risk of developing skin cancer.
How can I protect my child from sun exposure?
Try to keep toddlers and children out of the sun during the peak hours of 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. This is when the sun is the strongest. When you are outside, look for trees and other naturally shady areas for children to play. If possible, use a sun umbrella if you can’t find a shady spot. If you cannot keep your child out of the sun, make sure to protect their skin with “sun smart” clothing and sunscreen.
Sun smart clothing
Encourage your child to be “sun-smart.” Make sure they cover up with loose, appropriate clothes. Closely-woven cotton material offers natural protection from the sun. If you can see through the clothing easily, then UV rays can get through too. A long-sleeved shirt and pants are the best clothes to protect the skin. A wide-brimmed hat without ties, especially one that covers the neck, is recommended. Avoid baseball caps that do not shade the ears or back of the neck. You may consider purchasing lightweight, sun-protective swimsuits and hats that are specially designed for swimming and playing outside.
Sunscreen
Dermatologists strongly recommend a sunscreen with UVA and UVB protection and a Sun Protection Factor (SPF) of 30 or more if you and your child are out in the sun. Use a lip balm with SPF 30 as well. Make sure to use products approved by the Canadian Dermatology Association (look for their name or logo on the label).
For a small number of children, the chemicals in some sunscreens can trigger a skin rash or burn when exposed to the sun. Do a patch test on a small area of skin before applying the product more widely, or use a mineral-based sunscreen that contains zinc or titanium to minimize the risk of a skin reaction.
Apply sunscreen 30 minutes before exposure to the sun so it is absorbed by the skin and less likely to rub or wash off. Apply the sunscreen according to instructions on the package and reapply every couple of hours, after swimming, or following active play time. Swimmers and those who sweat heavily should use a waterproof lotion.
For children wearing bathing suits, make sure that sunscreen is applied up to and under the edges of the suit to protect sensitive areas, such as the upper thighs and chest. Pay particular attention to the ears, back of the neck, tops of feet and the back of the knees. Be careful when applying sunscreen near the eyes. It can be irritating, so avoid the upper and lower eyelids.
Sunscreens, like many other products, have a limited shelf life and become less effective over
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time. Check the expiry date of old sunscreen containers and replace them if they are out of date.
Do I need to take extra precautions to protect my baby from the sun and heat?
Yes. Babies younger than 12 months of age are especially sensitive to UV radiation and heat. It is safest to keep babies younger than 12 months out of the sun. Try to find or create shade for your baby if you are going to be outside. Use a stroller with a sunshade if possible. If your baby must be in the sun, you can apply sunscreen to small areas of skin that aren’t covered by clothing or a hat. Sunscreen is not recommended for babies less than six months of age as they can rub it in their eyes and mouth. Make sure to use a sunscreen approved by the Canadian Dermatology Association.
Do not let your baby get dehydrated or overheated. Make sure your baby is well hydrated in hot weather by offering breastmilk or something to drink every hour or so. Never leave your child alone in the car.
Should I protect my child’s eyes from the sun?
Yes. The same UV rays that harm your child’s skin can also injure their eyes. Babies and children are particularly at risk. Standards for sunglasses have improved, and most brands are effective at screening or reflecting ultraviolet rays. Look for sunglasses that provide 99 to 100 per cent UVA and UVB protection.
When buying sunglasses, see how well they cover the eyes. Large lenses, glasses that fit well, and a wrap-around design all help protect against damaging UV rays. Have your clear plastic or glass corrective lenses checked for UV protection.
What are other risks?
Skin cancer can develop in any skin type. Be extra careful with children who are fair-skinned and/or who have blond or red hair. They are more likely to burn easily and are most at risk of developing skin cancer later in life.
Most of the sun's damaging UV rays can pe*****te light cloud cover and haze, so remember to protect your child even if it is cloudy or does not feel hot. UV rays reflect off many of the surfaces around us. Up to 80 per cent of the sun's UV rays can be reflected off snow. Concrete, sand and water reflect less than 20 per cent. Children always need to be “sun-smart” whether they are skiing, swimming, playing or walking outdoors.
What are other sun safety tips?
 Protect your child’s skin at all times, and try to stay indoors or in the shade during the hottest time of day (10 a.m. to 4 p.m.).
 If you have to go out in the sun without protective clothing, use sunscreen. Do not forget to apply it to ears, nose, and neck.
 Sunscreen is intended to enhance protection during periods of sun exposure – not to increase time of sun exposure.
 Do not wait for signs of sunburn to get your child out of the sun, Sunburns do not usually show up for 6 to 24 hours.
 A tan does not provide enough protection against the sun’s rays. Actually, having a tan means that your skin has been damaged already by UV radiation.
 Teach children to be “sun-smart” and to protect themselves against exposure to the sun.
 Encourage your child to drink plenty of water.
 Indoor tanning beds and/or sun lamps are regulated by provincial law that does not allow children under 18 years old to use them. At any age, these devices damage your skin the same way UV radiation from the sun does.
For More Information
For more information, see the following resources:
 HealthLinkBC File #11 Ultraviolet Radiation
 HealthLinkBC File #35 Heat-related Illness
 Canadian Dermatology Association: http://dermatology.ca/public-patients/recognized-products/sunscreen

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Dads， thank you for all you have done! Happy Father’s Day!

Here are some sun safety tips for parents
Tips for babies
Keep babies under one year out of direct sunlight to prevent skin damage and dehydration. Never let them play or sleep in the sun.
Keep babies in the shade, under a tree, an umbrella, or a canopy. Never leave children in a parked vehicle.
Remember, sunscreen will protect against the sun's harmful UV rays, but will not protect children from the heat.
Give lots of cool liquids. Water or breast milk are best.
Do not put sunscreen on a baby less than 6 months old without asking your health care provider first.
Never use baby oil to protect children from the sun. It will not protect them and will do them more harm.

Tips for children
Follow the UV index readings each day to plan outdoor activities.
The sun's UVB rays are strongest between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. and it is also usually the hottest time of day. Unless the child is protected, keep them out of the sun during these hours.
In strong sunlight, have children wear a rimmed, breathable sun hat and sunglasses, and cover their skin with clothes or sunscreen.
Get your children used to wearing sunscreen lotion early on. Pay close attention to the areas that are most exposed, like their face, lips, ears, neck, shoulders, back, knees, and the tops of their feet.
Never let young children stay in the sun for long periods, even when wearing sunscreen.

The Benefits of Risky Play

Rates of depression and anxiety disorders among young kids have seen a fivefold to eightfold increase over the past five decades, mainly due to a dramatic decline in free play among kids over the same period of time, says an article on Psychology Today.

Now most parents don’t allow their kids to participate in any form of free or risky play for fear of injury and abduction. While parents should supervise their children’s safety in both public and private playground settings, they should also understand that a scraped knee or elbow is “practically a rite of passage for children who are learning to coordinate their movements,”says an expert at MRCRec.com.

In fact, participating in risky play helps develop important life skills, such as,self-control, resilience, problem solving, and team coordination. So, here are some useful tips on how to introduce your kids to risky play.

Types of Risky Play for Kids As the term suggests, risky play often involves risk taking, but it allows kids to test their limits and gives them a sense of achievement upon successful completion of the play. According to a study published in the European Early Childhood Education Research Journal, risky play can be categorized into six main types:

1. Play with great heights, for instance, climbing a tree or any other tall structure
2. Play near dangerous elements, such as, fire and deep bodies of water
3. Play with potentially harmful tools, such as, knives, hammers, saws and bows and arrows
4. Disappearing, for instance, playing hide and seek
5. Rough‐and‐tumble play, for instance, games like wrestling or chasing one another
6. Play with high speed, such as, skiing, bike riding, and playing with swings and slides

Tips to Introduce Your Kids to Risky Play

• Encourage kids to play outside: Inspire your kids leave the safe indoor zone and let them play outdoor games. Even a quick walk across the nearby part or a visit to neighborhood playground would be a great first step. Eventually, you want to let your kids get outside alone. You can watch them from a distance, but let them feel independent outside.

• Avoid negative words: Instead of telling your kids, “Don’t climb that tree,” or “Don’t run so fast,” consider using positive words and phrases, such as, “You should know the right technique for tree-climbing before you can attempt it,” or “Make sure you’re in full control of your body when running fast.” Negative phrases evoke negative emotions, such as, fear and can scare away your kids from risky play altogether.

• Consider safety:It may sound counterintuitive, but you must ensure the safety of your children. To that end, assess the risk involved in a risky play before letting your kids participate in it. If, for instance, your kids want to participate in a game where they could get minor injuries, you should still allow them to play. But when the risks are major or life-threatening, then that’s definitely a red signal.

• Resist the urge to help: Even when you wanted to, resist the urge to help them for at least 17 seconds, suggests Professor Mariana Brussoni of the University of British Columbia as quoted in a CBC article. Instead of offering them immediate help, let them deal with a problem for some time. That way, you’ll allow them to figure things out on their own.

• Give them enough time: One common mistake parents make is telling their kids to hurry up and finish a risky play within a certain amount of time. It doesn’t work that way for kids. Let your kids play at their pace. Give them the freedom to play the way they want to. Constantly giving instructions could do more harm than good. Simply get out of their way and provide guidance only when they ask for it.

Finally, let your kids decide what type of risky play they want to participate. Experts suggest that different kids have a natural inclination to different types of risky play, and parents should listen to their children

Look at our new sensory bin!
Imagine dipping your hands into a bin full of colorful rice. The rainbow colors striking your eyes as your hands rake smoothly through the rice discovering new small objects, and your nose smells the soothing lavender oil covering the rice. Sounds relaxing and stimulating. Right? All of the senses are activated during sensory bin play. Sensory bins are hands on tools for children to explore their world through senses. Sensory play may clam, focus and engage a child.

Dear Lucky Clover families
Our center has made the decision to remain open only for those parents who could not work from home. As cases of COVID-19 continue to rise globally and across Canada, for other parents, it is better to keep your children at home considering everyone’s health and safety to minimize the potential spread of the virus.
As a reminder, our center has undertaken the following to mitigate the exposure to COVID-19:
• Limited the number of children;
• Mandated proper hand hygiene protocols;
• Allowed employees to use facial masks and gloves since maintaining 3-meter social distancing is not feasible in some cases;
• Ordered extra hand sanitizer, sanitary and disinfectant supplies.
In addition, our center kindly advices each family not to send their children to our center if any of the following instances is met:
• Children are sick;
• Children recently returned from out of country with their families;
• Children’s family discloses that their children are showing symptoms of COVID-19 or have the presumptive case;
• Member of children’s household returns from out of country;
• Member of children’s household is showing symptoms of COVID-19 or has presumptive case.
Your understanding and corporation will be much appreciated. In the end, I would like to say thank you for all our employees here for the hard work in keeping our center running safely at this time of uncertainty.

Sincerely,

Lucky Clover Childcare Learning Center

We will open on tomorrow Friday Jan 16th. Drive safe and see you soon!

Due to weather conditions and travel advisories, Lucky Clover has made the decision to close today Jan 16th Thursday. Our teachers are very difficult to make the commute to the daycare . We are sorry for this inconvenience.

due to extreme weather and unsafe driving conditions,Lucky Clover will be closed today.

Good Morning families! ❄️
Due to the accumulation of snow, conditions of the roads， some of our teachers can not come to work today so We will be short of teachers today. Please keep your child at home if it’s possible.
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