Upcoming Courses & Workshops
Gordon Neighbourhood House, 1019 Broughton St, Vancouver, BC V6G 2A7 There have been many recent studies demonstrating the benefits of risky play for young children. In this workshop we will…
Monday 13th, Wednesday 15th, Thursday 16th and Friday 17th January 2020 9am - 2:30pm. Location: Marpole Neighbourhood House, 8585 Hudson St. Vancouver, V6P 4M3 This course was developed by…
Imagination has been seen as a nuisance and even an enemy of education for a long time. Annabella will share with participants the latest research about the role of imagination in education and will…
Mondays from January 20 to June 15, 2020 (Jan 20, Feb 17, Mar 16, Apr 20, May 4, June 15). Do you LOVE to read or listen to someone read? Are you…
As early childhood educators we all had the opportunity to attend practicums to support the growth of our skills. However, no one ever taught us how to mentor the students we would be supporting. This…
In this workshop, we will define emotion regulation and why it matters in terms of the neuroplasticity of the developing brain in both younger and older children. Participants will learn a specific…
Every Tuesday & Thursday from February 4 – 27, 2020 6:45 pm to 9:15 pm 20 hours (Feb 4, 6, 11, 13, 18, 20, 25, 27, 2020). Description: This course was developed by Westcoast…
In this session we will explore principles and strategies for creating enjoyable and enriching opportunities for young children to explore fundamentals of art, music, dance and drama. Participants…
In this 2-hour workshop, participants will learn what it means to be regulated and what the symptoms are of a dysregulated nervous system. We will explore each of the 4 fears that the brain sees as a…
Come prepared for an interactive workshop and discuss child nutrition, selective eating and methods to involve children in cooking and preparing food. Objectives: Discuss current intake…
Location: Kitsilano Neighbourhood House, 2305 W 7th Ave. Vancouver, BC. Incorporating new activities and experiences based on children’s interests and needs can be a challenge. Discover how…
Do the words Circle Time cause your heart rate to increase or make you want to hide in the corner? This workshop is for you! Come learn about the importance of circle time, the elements of a good…
3 Sundays in March 1, 8 and 15, 2020 Time: 10:00 am to 3:30 pm 15 hours Description: Through interactive sessions this 15-hour course guides participants to explore best practices…
MindMilk Music Education teaches children and adults how to embrace and respond to social anxiety and depression by involving them into mindful, creative and lyrical experiences. These experiences…
Location: Kitsilano Neighbourhood House, 2305 W 7th Ave. Vancouver, BC. Setting up meaningful invitations, that are both aesthetically pleasing and rich in sensorial potential and have the…
Location: Central Park, Burnaby, BC. V5S 3R2 (We will meet at Westcoast first and walk to the park once everyone has arrived.) This whole workshop will take place outdoors. Come dressed for the…
Magic Tricks enhance your drama, storytelling and circle time activities. This participatory workshop will have step-by-step instructions of foundational magic techniques. Hone your skills in magic…
Location: Gordon Neighbourhood House - 1019 Broughton St, Vancouver, BC V6G 2A7 The principles of Positive Discipline will help you feel encouraged and empowered through positive,…