Child Development Dayhomes - Calgary

How can we support positive and balanced eating experiences in our dayhomes? 💛

Take a look at this resource from Alberta Health Services for simple ideas you can incorporate into your dayhome program and share with families!

💙 Crystal | Tuesday Face of CDDH

This Tuesday, we’re introducing you to Crystal! 💙💛

Crystal has been part of the CDDH team for 2 years as a Child Care Consultant, connecting with educators and supporting them every step of the way. 🧸✨

But there’s more to Crystal than her CDDH role! 👀

🏕️ She completed an incredible 75-day backcountry camping trip
👦👦👦 She’s a proud mom of three boys
💛 She also spent over 14 years as a Dayhome Educator with CDDH before joining our team!

From educator to consultant, Crystal knows firsthand what it means to support and empower our CDDH educators. 🌱

Say hello to Crystal! 👋💙

✨ A Monday edition of Tuesday Faces of CDDH! Meet Karen 💙💛

It’s time to meet Karen, one of the familiar faces who has been part of the CDDH family for an incredible 22 years! 💙💛

As a Pedagogical Mentor, Karen is passionate about empowering educators to reach their full potential and loves watching children learn and grow. 🌱✨

A few fun facts about Karen:
🇬🇧 She was part of the SkyDome Opening Ceremony in June 1989
👩‍👧‍👧 Proud mom of two amazing daughters
💛 She’s dedicated more than two decades to supporting educators and children in our community!

Help us give Karen a big CDDH hello! 👋

We are recognizing Truth and Reconciliation this month and all year round 🧡

Incorporating Indigenous learning resources and storybooks into early childhood spaces is a meaningful way to bring culture, land-based learning, and deep emotional connection into daily routines. From learning numbers through land and animals in Cree, French, and English to stories centered on love, trust, and belonging, these titles help create grounded, supportive environments for little ones.

Interested in borrowing these books for your dayhome? Reach out to your consultant or call the office at 403-230-2233✨🧡

🌟 Educator Spotlight: Juliet M. 🌟

We’re so proud to spotlight Juliet M. in Prestwick! 💙

This beautiful review from one of her families highlights the care, patience, and dedication Juliet brings to her dayhome each day. From keeping families connected throughout the day to creating meaningful learning experiences, Juliet works hard to ensure every child feels safe, welcomed, and supported. 🏡✨

Thank you, Juliet, for the wonderful care you provide to children and families in our CDDH community! 💛💙

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🌧️ Rainy days bring some of the best adventures! 💦🌿

At Romina’s Dayhome, a little rain didn’t stop the fun. From splashing in puddles to exploring nature, these moments encourage curiosity, confidence, and a love for the outdoors. Every adventure is an opportunity to learn through play! 💙

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✨ CDDH Lending Library Item Spotlight: Blackout Tent! ⛺🌈

Create a cozy, darkened space perfect for light exploration, sensory play, quiet time, and imaginative experiences! Add light-up toys, flashlights, glow materials, or string lights and let the exploring begin. 🔦✨

Our Blackout Tent is available for CDDH educators to borrow through our Lending Library! 💙💛

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Sensory play in action at Julie G. Dayhome in Shawnessy! 🧡

Scooping, pouring, digging and exploring with lentils creates so many opportunities for little ones to build fine motor skills, practice early math concepts and engage their imaginations through hands-on play. 🌱✨