A Bright Beginning Childcare Centre
10226 108 Ave T8V 1P5 Grande Prairie, AB, Canada

National Day of the Child 2020 #seenandheard #wehaveavoice

Thursday Nov 26 am snack bagels with cream cheese Lunch sausage with perogies & veggiesThursday Nov 26 am snack bagels with cream cheese Lunch sausage with perogies & veggies

National Day of the Child 2020 commentated two historic events 1. United Declaration on the Rights of the Child in 1993 2. An adoption of the Convention of the Rights of the Child in 1989 This year the focus is #seenandheard #wehaveavoice... Check out the website www.nationalchildday.ca for suggested activities to do with your child. Don’t get to wear something blue or a blue ribbon to honour the day for our children. As well check out the Canadian Child Care Federation for more information. See more

Photo Day tomorrow starts at 8:30 am for individual photos.

Just because someone is an Owner or Director does not mean that they are an effective leader, while a new teacher may be demonstrating exceptional leadership skills amongst their peers. Comment below with some of your favorite qualities in a leader.

A short and sweet new video for International Children's Day: The great NEIL SEDAKA sings "Your Nose"! A home-grown collage featuring family and friends, to celebrate my new board book, from Workman Publishing.

Today is National Child Day... a day to celebrate a child’s right to be safe, healthy, have access to education and a quality standard of living. In our work a...t Children’s Services, and as a mother myself, I know how important it is for children to have a chance to grow and thrive in a safe environment. Each of us plays a role in protecting and supporting our youngest citizens, to ensure they are respected and have the opportunity to contribute to our future. #nationalchildday

Presently we are hiring! Please drop off your resume to [email protected] Educators must have their CDA, CDW or CDS/diploma qualifications from Alberta Government. Full time positions, part time or subbing available.

Tuesday Sept 15 am snack oatmeal with milk Lunch beans & chicken noodle soup with crackersTuesday Sept 15 am snack oatmeal with milk Lunch beans & chicken noodle soup with crackers

Thursday Sept 17 am snack Bagels with cream cheese Lunch Cabbage cassorole with mixed veggiesThursday Sept 17 am snack Bagels with cream cheese Lunch Cabbage cassorole with mixed veggies

The children in the senior room were being very observant as they watched educators continuously clean they decided they to would like to help. Educators were happy to have eager helpers and allowed children to take turns with soapy water bottles cleaning chairs, tables and even there own cubbies. As the children participated they decided to share the idea that they could help with other tasks such as laundry and vacuuming . The educators listened to there ideas and include...d them in daily tasks. This lead educators to the idea of creating a home like center that would included different cleaning and cooking tasks. Setting out loose materials such as sea shells, rocks and marbles as well as plastic food items pots, pans and dish ware the children were able to be creative in their cooking experiences. Laundry items and a washer, dryer and ironing bored were laid out in an inviting manner for the children to practice doing laundry. Observing the children play and be creative in this center have encouraged teachers to add various items to continue the childrens interest in this center. We know not all our wonderful family members get a chance to visit our classroom environment so we thought we would share some visuals with you today. We hope you enjoy and encourage you to let us know any ideas you may have to further their play in our homelike center. See more

Busy Bee ABC program families please join private group A Bright Beginning Families!Busy Bee ABC program families please join private group A Bright Beginning Families!

Last week the TOT A Room children were intrigued by the lights and tables we brought in for them to wonder. They are learning what lights are, what they do, and the fun variety of colours they come in. As the week carried over to next we added fabric to the one table to bring more texture to the area, letter shapes, and a wooden rainbow to expand on their exploration of colours and lights. This activity also strengthens their fine-motor skills when they have to take their ti...me to learn how to connect the shapes together and build new shapes by using their imagination/creativity. THE WONDER CENTER also has other assortment of toys for the children to explore and play with to help their continuing developmental growth. Puzzles help strengthen their fine-motor skills, memorization to where the pieces go, and the recognition of colours and shapes. The children also have an array of musical instruments which will broaden their imagination/creativity through music and dance, gross-motor skills, socialization and taking turn (sharing). Finally, this area provides a sense of wonder and a safe place to relax and calm in a busy room which we all know children are. See more

Just a reminder if you are not the designated parent (only one parent for drop off and pick up)to pick up your child please call ahead so an educator can have your child ready and meet you at the door thank you for your consideration. have a great day.

Today for porch time story time Ms Lisa reads, THE WAY TO THE ZOO

See you all tomorrow!

Enjoy your Monday off ! See you all Tuesday and happy Friday!!

Families we have a private group called A Bright Beginning Families we want you to join!Families we have a private group called A Bright Beginning Families we want you to join!

This month the TOT A Room introduced our new automotive center, the center featured opportunities for imaginative play as well as fine and gross motor skill building. The children were excited by the new toys in the center just after room change and slowly started developing a familiarity with the new space while they investigated the new ball pit which the children used to practice gross motor skills such as throwing, bouncing, and kicking. Other invitations to play present in the center include the new train toys, various large and small vehicles such as cars, trucks, and airplanes, as well as the wood working fairy house which encourages the children to experiment with shapes and sizes of wooden platforms while exploring the concept of balance present while attempting to construct it in any way they imagine! Leanne, Justine and Amanda

Monday Sept 7th is Labor Day. The Centre will be closed. Enjoy the extra day with your children.Monday Sept 7th is Labor Day. The Centre will be closed. Enjoy the extra day with your children.

The ABC Busy Bees need a vacuum for their OSC program. Thank you in advance!The ABC Busy Bees need a vacuum for their OSC program. Thank you in advance!

Please take a read as the Centre will be following these guidelines. Reminder that only one family in the boot room at a time please, in order to maintain physical distancing.

Families, please ensure you sign your name at the end of the week. If you cannot enter the room ask the educator for the book at the door please. This is a licensing requirement and we need your assistance to make sure we get those signatures to confirm your child or childrens hours for the week. If your children are just starting back tomorrow, please remember to decide which of the parents will be the designated parent for pick up and drop off. If you are not the designat...ed parent, please call ahead so an educator can bring your child to the room or to the door to go home. If you are the parent coming in, please wear a mask, let your educator know your childs temperature and date your childs screening sheet. There is am snack and lunch tomorrow, you will need to send pm snack. (kitchen Tuesdays and Thursdays only) As well, if you have two children you can only enter one of the childrens rooms on a daily basis. The other child you will drop off at the classroom door. Thank you for your support as we follow these COVID guidelines. See more

Menu for Tuesday Sept 1 am: Oatmeal with milk Lunch: tuna melts with coleslawMenu for Tuesday Sept 1 am: Oatmeal with milk Lunch: tuna melts with coleslaw

Menu for Thursday Sept 3 am: Raisin Toast with butter Lunch: Taco BakeMenu for Thursday Sept 3 am: Raisin Toast with butter Lunch: Taco Bake

Youre stronger than you realize.

Just wondering if there is any truth to this? Moms who are nurses at our Centre, can you confirm?

Update on the ABC Busy Bee out of school program: the busy bees room will be finished on Friday and moving back to the school age classroom. They will take the name Busy Bees with them. In partnership with the GPPSD, the program is only accepting children from the Avondale School in order to reduce the amount of persons entering the school side. We apologize for any inconvenience. Our main priority is to keep the educators and children safe during this unusual time.

Families thank you for ensuring only one designated parent comes into the Centre for drop off and pick up and for wearing your masks. We appreciate your support and have a great weekend!

There is a lost and found in the Junior room. If your child is missing clothes they may have it. Some brand name sweatshirts are gathering there

Tuesday Aug 25 menu am snack oatmeal & fruit lunch mushroom, sausage & rice soupTuesday Aug 25 menu am snack oatmeal & fruit lunch mushroom, sausage & rice soup

Menu for Thursday Aug 27 am snack yogurt & sprinkles lunch chili with carrot sticksMenu for Thursday Aug 27 am snack yogurt & sprinkles lunch chili with carrot sticks

Everyday Exchange shared some affirmations of ECEs for the start of the week. What are yours Educators? share here Mine are (Denise ) 1) grateful to see smiling faces from the children 2) grateful to be part of this wonderful profession 3) ensure I have a smile to share with a parent and/or child today

Tuesday August 18 Am Snack Apples & Cheese Lunch Pancakes, yogurt & fruitTuesday August 18 Am Snack Apples & Cheese Lunch Pancakes, yogurt & fruit

Thursday, Aug 20 am snack Bagels & cream cheese Lunch: Pork Fried Rice VeggiesThursday, Aug 20 am snack Bagels & cream cheese Lunch: Pork Fried Rice Veggies

Just a reminder as we head through August to please have you and your child/ren remove foot wear in the boot room placing them on their name tags. (they will be taped down come Monday) This is to keep our floors clean, we appreciate this as we do not have janitorial services at this time. As well, only one family at a time in the boot room which aligns with physical distancing measures thank you and have the best weekend!

If your child belongs to the ABC out of school program, you will be contacted by the coordinator(Mars) in the upcoming days on how it will be operated for September. Please be patient as we iron out the details.

Menu Thursday August 13 am: Applesauce & sprinkles Lunch: Fettuccine with ground beef, sauce and saladMenu Thursday August 13 am: Applesauce & sprinkles Lunch: Fettuccine with ground beef, sauce and salad

Families with children that have not returned are you returning? Deadline to let us know is Friday as the Centre is preparing to fill the spaces for September. Claim your space if you need it thank you!

Please remember to sign field trip forms and your signature in the sign in/out book. Thank you.Please remember to sign field trip forms and your signature in the sign in/out book. Thank you.

Menu Tuesday Aug 11th am snack: oatmeal with milk & raisins Lunch: beans & weiners with corn chips and carrots