The first three years are a time of tremendous learning and brain development, and little ones learn primarily through their 5 senses. This interactive workshop will explore a variety of ways that parents can play with their infants and toddlers and engage their senses to promote attachment and build their brains. Register
Join us as we read aloud to the children and learn about the benefits of this fun and easy activity. Different stories will be featured each week. Register
Unfortunately, this session is cancelled. As a parent, we have all kinds of real and perceived expectations, some that we are able to meet and others that we can’t or won’t, which can bring us all kinds of parental guilt. In this parent chat, we are going to talk about those places where we feel […]
Let’s take our reading outside! We will be joined by the Little Red Reading Van, where your children can choose a book and enjoy the great outdoors while they lose themselves in their stories. Register
Join us at Rotary Park to explore some messy outdoor art activities. We will explore using nature materials in art, as well as use some novel tools for creating our artwork. Come dressed to get messy! Register
Sending your kids off to school or childcare for the first time, or back after a summer off can be tough, and parents might experience as much anxiety around this transition as their children do. This workshop will define parental anxiety, discuss how it manifests in our lives, and share some strategies for managing [...]
This workshop will look at the link between strong emotions and impulsive behavior in little children. Facilitators will share information to build understanding around what drives challenging behavior and some different ways to respond. Register
Do you have a child who will be entering school for the first time this year, moving up to the next phase in school, or are you new to the city? Then this workshop is for you! We will explore all the different educational options in Calgary, and discuss things to consider when choosing [...]
Bubbles are fun for the children and adults of all ages. Come play with us as we explore bubbles in all different forms and find different ways to make things POP. Register
Join us for an evening of community, honest conversation, and discussion about the reality of fatherhood in today’s world. How can fathers challenge social norms of parenting and grow in their ability to connect meaningfully with their children. This session will highlight a father’s role but is not limited for those who do not [...]
