THRC Table Talks

To celebrate Child Care Worker and Early Childhood Educator Appreciation Day, we sit down to discuss our Why. Why we do the work we do, how we learn about our strengths, and how we can support others in finding their why in the field. The work of ECE's and those who work with children makes a huge impact in the world and we appreciate YOU, today and every day!

This episode was inspired by a conversation with an 8-year-old about his experience in child care. Hear the clip of his insights and then listen in as we discuss the important impact that our interactions have on children and families.

Listen in as we discuss the impact that programming for the outdoors can have on the children but also us as educators. You will hear simple strategies to get outside and embrace all that the outdoors has to offer.

In this episode EarlyON Educators, Julie Matthews and Kim Silva reflect on the impact Mister Rogers had on them as an Educator, parent and caregiver. Join us as we explore what it means to slow down and wonder with children.

In this episode we talk with Rusty Keeler, a playscape designer and outdoor play guru to discuss his new book Adventures in Risky Play: What Is Your Yes and how educators can create engaging outdoor environments that support children's development.

We invite you to think alongside us as we explore the concept of FLOW. Flow is such an amazing concept and it probably happens to you more than you think. Discover ways in which it can happen for you and the programs you support. *What is your favourite flow experience? *What are the children's?

Join us as we chat with members of MCRC's Artists and Children Together team, as we explore clay and how it can be introduced and used meaningfully with children and educators. We use Ann Pelo's book Language of Art as our guide, as we explore the concepts of identity, relationship and power as it relates to clay.

Flashback to the start of the Pandemic. When the unforeseen, industry-wide change affected us in a way we could have never imagined. How did you rise to the challenge? What were your AHA moments as you think back?