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Workshops For Caregivers
Would you like to register for workshops and/or special events?
Please go on-line at: http://sbserver.ccprn.com/database Put in your User Name and Password, enter under "CCPRN Member" and choose your events. (If you don't have your user name and password e-mail admin@ccprn.com. Please send in your money ASAP( or pay via ON-LINE payments ) - as you know, registration is not complete until your money is received. You will be able to check on-line to see when we have received your payment.
NEW MEMBER ORIENTATION
August 4th 2010
September 1st 2010
October 6th 2010
November 4th 2010
December 1st 2010
CCPRN, 7-8pm
If you have been a member for 1 year or less and have never come to this orientation. Here you will receive a free die cut bag (paper die cuts and ideas of how to use them), learn what a die cutter is and how to use it (you will love it!), meet new members and some of our staff, check out our resources and buy some if you like. It is a great way to find out what CCPRN has to offer you – and to ensure that you make the most of your membership. Questions? Call Julie at ext. 24 or Doreen at ext. 23.
TEA-RIFIC TEA PARTY
Monday, July 12th 2010-Cancelled
Wednesday, August 11th 2010
7-9pm, CCPRN
FEE: $15.00
This fun and engaging themed workshop is great as a first make and take but also for those who have experience. We will explore the hand-out and ideas designed by Karen Woods, Early Literacy Specialist. We will make games with the die cutter and games to go with props from the party store. There will be activities to develop math (counting, sequencing, sizes), literacy, fine and gross motor skills and much more.
PICTURE PERFECT! A MAKE AND TAKE
Monday, August 9th 2010
7-8:30pm, CCPRN
Gather pictures of the children in your daycare and make learning games. Your children become the stars in games/activities such as memory, musical pictures, homemade books, feltboard rhymes, lacing, sequencing and counting.
Please bring scissors, markers, a glue stick, and money for laminating. Please contact Doreen Cowin for a list of pictures and other supplies.
START UP SESSION
Thursday, August 26th 2010
7-9pm, CCPRN
Join Deb Keedwell for an informative workshop on starting up a home daycare. Learn about contracts, policies, home safety, rules & regulations, advertising and much more.
Start Up kits can be printed from our website or mailed to you for $7.00.
SOIRÉE POUR LES FRANCOPHONES
Une soirée organisée spécialement pour les membres francophones. Profitez de cette occasion pour rencontrer d’autres membres francophones, partagé vos idées, pensées et suggestions. Vous pouvez aussi prendre du temps pour utiliser la porte pièce. Venez nous rejoindre le mercredi, 25 août de 19h à 21h. Pour les 9 premiers arrivés, vous allez aussi recevoir 3 cahiers d’activités de 12 thèmes pour enfants de Gamins Malins GRATUIS!
STARTING YOUR HOME CHILD CARE BUSINESS (FORMERLY START UP SESSION)
Join Deb Keedwell on Thurs. Aug. 26th, 7-9 p.m. for an informative workshop on starting up a home daycare. Learn about contracts, policies, home safety, rules & regulations, advertising and much more. Start Up kits can be printed from our website or mailed to you for $7.00.
FALLING INTO FUN
Join Carrie Webb for fall based science activities: harvest festivals, field trip ideas, gross motor activities, fine motor, cognitive, and perceptual activities, dramatic play, sensory activities, group activities, decorations, songs and storytelling patterns and words. Many samples to view and a great supporting hand-out. Carrie Webb, R.E.C.E. is the Supervisor of the Barrhaven Nursery School and an instructor at Algonquin College. Carrie has years of hands-on experience and is ready to share it all with you. Hope to see you on Tues. Sept 14th, 7-9 p.m. at CCPRN. Take home hand-puppet for all who attend.
INTRODUCTION TO THE OTTAWA PUBLIC LIBRARY
Learn about the free services the library has to offer caregivers. This workshop will focus on services of value to caregivers from the on-line services of the website and catalogue to programs and collections available at your local branch. Learn how the library can become a valued community partner for you, your children and their parents. Join Jane Venus, Mon. Sept. 20th , 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. at CCPRN.
ENFANTS + YOGA = GÉNIAL
Viviane Ouellette, instructrice de yoga, propose un atelier interactif et amusant pour apprendre à intégrer les bienfaits du yoga dans la routine quotidienne de votre service de garde. Apprenez à tisser les postures de base du yoga dans des histoires ludiques et amusantes de façon à favoriser la participation au jeu de groupe, à améliorer le conditionnement physique et à augmenter la capacité d’attention des enfants. Venez en tenue décontractée car ça va bouger! En plus de préparer un ou deux bricolages pour utiliser à domicile avec vos petits, vous repartirez avec une trousse pratico-pratique comprenant des chansons, des histoires, des idées de bricolage ainsi qu’une liste de livres et de ressources sur internet. Amenez un tapis de yoga, serviette ou une couverture. (Voir l’article anglais à la page 22)Français : Jeudi, 23 septembre – 19h à 21h , CCPRN. COUT : 5$.
EVERY CHILD READY TO READ
Through this workshop you will discover the six skills children need in order to be ready to learn to read. Learn fun ways to share reading and language with your children. Join Jane Venus, Mon. Sept. 27th, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. at CCPRN.
THANKSGIVING/HALLOWEEN CRAFTS
Join Julie Martel on Tues. Sept. 28th, 7 – 9 p.m., at CCPRN to view sample crafts and to share ideas. There will be a few fresh ideas/samples as well as some from last year’s craft workshop using both die cuts and supplies you have around the house. If you have some great ideas, bring them along to share with your fellow caregivers. Tip: Bring your camera to help you remember exactly how to do the craft at home with your daycare children.
RELATIONSHIP MATTERS
How do we provide direction and discipline without it backfiring? It is in the relationship between the caregiver and the child. Relationship is the most important part of parenting and caregiving. In this
2 part workshop we will watch and discuss a video presented by Dr. Gordon Neufeld entitled and Teaching Today’s Children”. We will discuss how to put Dr. Neufeld’s ideas into practice in a daycare home. Join us and discover new ways to ensure the “attachment process” between you and your daycare children. Thurs. Sept. 30th and Thurs. Oct 7th at Katimavik Preschool Resource Centre, 7-9 p.m. Call 613-591-6030 to register.
HAUNTED HOUSE STORYBOARD
Join Doreen Cowin on Mon. Oct. 4th, 7-9 p.m. at CCPRN and make Halloween stories, songs and games. The feltboard stories can be used with/played on the haunted house storyboard that you will make at the workshop. You will also make an outline game, a glove puppet and number sentences/rhymes. FEE: $15.00. A small French hand-out is available.
HANDFELTING – WALDORF STYLE
Bring “The Mouse and The Pumpkin” story to life with needle felted props. Share the art of story-telling with your little ones. In this workshop you will learn to needle felt a 3 dimensional pumpkin, a mouse and his friends. We will also discuss the fine points of captivating our small audiences with tales that spark imaginative thought. Join Annie Boudreau on Wed. Oct. 6th from 7-9:30 p.m.
FEE: $25.00 for materials.
KIDS + YOGA = FUN
Join yoga instructor Viviane Ouellette for an interactive, fun filled workshop during which you will learn how to integrate yoga into your daily daycare routine. You will learn how to do the basic postures as Viviane guides you through several adventure stories, after which you will make props that you can use in your home program.
You will leave with a practical handout featuring songs, story and craft ideas as well as a list of books & internet resources. Bring your inner child and come prepared to engage in yoga play – wear comfortable clothing and bring a yoga mat or towel to sit on.
Please join us on Thurs. Oct 14th from 7-9 p.m. at CCPRN. FEE: $5.00
LE TEMPS DE CERCLE (CIRCLE TIME)
Cet atelier vous permettra de découvrir de nouvelles façons amusantes d’animer votre temps de cercle et d’introduire des notions d’alphabétisation auprès des enfants. Nous explorerons divers activités qui sont simples, amusantes et adaptées pour votre service de garde. Soyez des nôtres ! Venez nous rejoindre le lundi, 18 octobre, 19hr à 21hr, CCPRN. Spécialiste en alphabétisation durant la petite enfance.
ALL AROUND THE CIRCLE
If you love circle time - or if you dread circle time - come and learn new songs/activities, how to plan and manage circle for mixed age groups. You will leave with an extensive hand-out, a glove puppet (which you will make at the workshop) and new ideas and confidence for your next circle. Join Carrie Webb on Thurs. Oct. 21st from 7-9 p.m. at CCPRN.
CHILD ABUSE AWARENESS : HOME CHILD CARE TRAINING, OTTAWA: LEVEL 2, UNIT 2
Join Stephen Alexander, B.A., M.S.W. from the Children's Aid Society of Ottawa and learn about preventing child abuse and neglect. Information on your duty to report, how to identify signs of abuse and neglect, and what happens with your calls will be provided. Stephen will give concrete examples from the front line, and will encourage your questions. Please join us on Mon. Oct. 25th from
7 - 9 p.m. at CCPRN.
TIME FOR TODDLERS
Toddlers are terrific! Learn games, songs, music and storytelling activities, creative art activities, even science to keep your toddlers happy and learning. Join Carrie on Mon. Nov.1st from 7 – 9 p.m. at CCPRN. You will leave with an extensive hand-out of toddler ideas, renewed energy and confidence, as well as a toddler friendly glove puppet that you will make at the workshop. Please bring permanent markers.
Talk By 2
Early Identification and Intervention of Speech and Language Delays (from birth to 2 years)
Free training for ECEs, Home Care Providers & Community Workers:
During this presentation, participants will review developmental milestones, list high-risk indicators & identify red flags in young children. This session will highlight the importance of early identification of language delays and discuss how to refer to the First Words program. There will be a special focus on sharing concerns with parents of the children in your care.
Thurs. Sept. 9th, CCPRN, 6:30 - 9:00
Places are limited, so please register with Kathy Torunski at (613) 688-3979 ext. 502
or by email - k.torunski@pqchc.com
Fabric Fun / Puppy Puppets / Dress Up Dolls
October 2, 2010 ~ CCPRN
This workshop day is divided into three sections. At the end of the day you will go home with a wide variety of learning resources to use with your children. You may register for 1, 2 or all 3 workshops.
| 9:00 to 9:30 |
Opening |
Arrive and sign in. An explanation of how the day will proceed will be given.
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| 9:30 to 11:00 |
Workshop 1 $10
Fabric Fun |
Create learning resources by fusing fabric to felt. Handout will include lesson ideas for using the items created as well as ideas related to the theme on the fabric. |
| 11:00 to 11:30 |
Snack break |
Transition time between workshops to explore the office resources, Storytime felt resources, socialize, or have a snack/lunch - bring your own. Tea and coffee provided. |
| 11:30 to 1:00 |
Workshop 2 $15
Storytime Felts 5309
Four Puppy Puppets |
Receive the felt set pre-cut but will need to assemble the 4 hand puppets. You will also create a set of dog themed learning resources including a fire safety activity.
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| 1:00 to 1:30 |
Snack break |
Transition time between workshops to explore the office resources, Storytime felt resources, socialize, or have a snack/lunch - bring your own. Tea and coffee provided.
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| 1:30 to 3:00 |
Workshop 3 $10
Dress-Up Dolls
Die cutter clothing |
Receive 3 dolls cut from skin toned felt. Die cut clothing pieces and decorate them with lace, ribbon, marker, fabric scraps, etc. Make Halloween costumes for the dolls (optional). |
What to bring:
A basic craft kit of markers and/or pencil crayons, ruler, glue stick, scissors for fabric and paper, scraps of lace, ribbon, trims to decorate your doll clothes. Bring money if you wish to use the laminator, or wish to purchase additional Storyteller Felt Sets or CCPRN Resource Kits.
Home Child Care Training Ottawa – Level 1
**Please note: Home Child Care Training – Ottawa is designed for new caregivers and /or the newcomers who are interested in this field. Questions? Please call Doreen at 613-749-5211 ext. 23.
CCPRN, 30 Colonnade Road, Unit 275
Call 613-749-5211 ext. 3 to register
Centrepointe Early Childhood Resource Centre, 75 Hemmingwood Way
Call 613-225-4819 to register
Pinecrest Queensway Community Health Centre (PQCHC), 1365 Richmond Road
Call 613-820-4922 ext. 640 to register
| Unit |
Date & Location |
Introduction: Is home child care the right job for you?
The skills, personal qualities and space you need
Potential income
Agency or independent? |
Thurs. Aug. 19
7 - 9 p.m.
CCPRN
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Unit 1: Starting your home child care business
Advertising, interviewing, contracts
Record keeping, legal requirements |
Thurs. Aug. 26
7 - 9 p.m.
CCPRN |
Unit 2: Organizing your home to provide child care
Organizing your space
Planning your routine
Choosing equipment and toys |
Thurs. Sept. 16
7- 9 p.m.
CCPRN |
Unit 3: Partnerships with parents
Communicating with parents
Dealing with concerns |
Mon. Sept. 27
6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
PQCHC |
Unit 4: Children’s safety
Eliminating potential risks
Emergency planning |
Thurs. Oct. 14
7 - 9 p.m.
Centrepointe |
Unit 5: Protecting children’s health
Cleaning and sanitizing
Building healthy habits
Dealing with injury and illness |
Mon. Nov. 8
6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
PQCHC |
Unit 6: Food safety
Safe food practices
Preventing illness Thurs. Nov. 25
7- 9 p.m.
Centrepointe
Unit 7: Nutrition and healthy eating habits
Planning healthy menus
Monitoring quality and quantity
Making mealtimes pleasant |
Thurs. Nov. 25
7- 9 p.m.
Centrepointe |
Unit 8: Child development
Developmental milestones
Age-appropriate activities
Importance of play |
Mon. Jan. 24
6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
PQCHC |
Unit 9: Guiding children’s behaviour
Encouraging acceptable behaviour
Reacting to misbehaviour |
Thurs. Feb. 10
7- 9 p.m.
Centrepointe |
National Family Child Care Training (NFCCT) Level 1
Oct. 16, 23, 30; Nov. 6, 13, 27 (if needed) 9:30 – 3:00 CCPRN
Optional Manual $25
**Please note: NFCCT is designed for experienced caregivers who have a high English/literacy level and/or people with early childhood training. Questions? Please call Doreen at 613-749-5211 ext 23.
Unit 1: Your Child Care Home
Activities that need to be considered in planning space. Adapting and organizing the home to meet child care and family needs. Storing child care equipment and materials.
Unit 2: Safety
Children’s vulnerability and the need for commitment to safe child care practice. Safe environments for children. Helping children develop safety awareness.
Unit 3: Health
The vulnerability of children and the importance of protecting their health. Helping children develop good health practices.
Unit 4: Nutrition
The importance of good nutrition in children’s growth and development. Canada’s Food Guide and recommended daily servings. Meals and snacks that meet children’s nutritional, cultural, and personal preferences and needs. Strategies to encourage children’s interest in good nutrition.
Unit 5: Child Development
Stages of child development. The importance of recognizing and supporting each individual child’s pace of development. Appropriate steps to take when concerns arise about a child’s development.
Unit 6: Child Guidance
The purpose of child guidance. Inappropriate behaviours and normal children’s development. Reasons why children sometimes behave in inappropriate ways. A range of appropriate child guidance techniques. The importance of communication with parents around child guidance matters.
Unit 7: Helping Children Grow and Develop
Caregiver’s role in supporting children’s development. The importance of children’s social and emotional development. Approaches that support children’s healthy development and encourage their feelings of acceptance & belonging.
Unit 8: The Child Care Day
The range of essential and desirable activities required to meet the needs of the child care children and their families, the caregiver’s family and the caregiver. Daily routines that meet individual circumstances and balance the needs of all.
Unit 9: The Business of Family Child Care
The importance of good business practice: regulatory and legal requirements, reporting income, utilizing written agreements and related forms, maintaining appropriate records and liability insurance. Calculations of income and expenses for the setting of fees and the preparation of income tax returns. Determining child care needs in the community and of filling vacancies.
Unit 10: Starting Off Right
Factors that help to establish good relationships between parents and caregivers. Recognizing parents’ feelings and concerns regarding their child care arrangements. What parents and caregivers need to know before beginning a child care arrangement. Strategies for initial contacts and pre-placement interviews with parents and easing the child’s adjustment to care.
Unit 11: Partnerships with Parents
Benefits of positive parent-caregiver partnerships. The importance of communication. Strategies to encourage parent-caregiver communication & parental involvement. Problem solving techniques.
Unit 12: Connecting With Your Community
Benefits to children and caregivers of active community involvement. Resources in the community for children and caregivers. Strategies for successful outings with children.
First Aid/CPR
CCPRN Wednesdays ~ Sept. 8th & Sept. 15th ~ 6:30 - 9:30 p.m.
30 Colonnade Road Call 613-749-5211 & press 4 to register
CCPRN Saturday ~ Sept. 18th, 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Call 613-749-5211 & press 4 to register ** please note change of location
Katimavik Preschool Resource Centre Tuesdays ~ Oct. 5th & Oct. 12th ~ 6:30 - 9:30 p.m.
180 Katimavik Road, McGibbon Entrance Call 613-591-6030 to register
Charlemagne Resource Centre Thursdays ~ Oct. 7th & Oct. 14th ~ 7 - 10 p.m.
750 Charlemagne Blvd., Merkely Entrance Call 613-834-0081 to register
St. John Ambulance Facility Saturday ~ Oct. 2nd, 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
5 Corvus Court Call 613-749-5211 & press 4 to register
CCPRN Wednesdays ~ Oct. 20th & Oct. 27th ~ 6:30 - 9:30 p.m.
30 Colonnade Road Call 613-749-5211 & press 4 to register
Charlemagne Resource Centre Mondays ~ Nov. 29th & Dec.6th ~ 7 - 10 p.m.
750 Charlemagne Blvd., Merkely Entrance Call 613-834-0081 to register
CCPRN Wednesdays ~ Nov. 3rd & Nov. 10th ~ 6:30 - 9:30 p.m.
30 Colonnade Road Call 613-749-5211 & press 4 to register
St. John Ambulance Facility Saturday ~ Nov. 6th, 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
5 Corvus Court Call 613-749-5211 & press 4 to register
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