My daughter’s favourite daycare teacher is leaving. How can I help her adjust? “Kids thrive on routine, and that includes consistency in staffing,” says James Barker, an early childhood educator and a site director for Kids & Company in Toronto. “When a child is really attached, it can be scary for them. They have no [...]
“My daughter wants to give holiday gifts to her daycare teachers. What’s appropriate?” Giving gifts to teachers is a lovely gesture of gratitude, and it offers children an opportunity to express their feelings. That said, don’t feel obligated to hand out presents – educators also appreciate cards or a simple “thank you.” “Parents don’t need [...]
My son’s daycare teacher smokes while waiting for the bus at the stop just around the corner from the centre. I think this sends a terrible message to the kids, who see him on their way home. I tried speaking to him about it, but he says he is off the daycare’s property and on [...]
