Helping Children in Campbell River

This holiday season has brought a new kind of stress for many families. There are ways families can cut down their stress: Stick to routines as much as possible Exercise together, get outside and play... Eating healthy food Get plenty of sleep Pay attention to how much time your kidsand youspend on screens Avoid the pressure to spend a lot on gifts Focus on the simple joy of spending time together https://www.healthychildren.org//Keeping-the-holidays-happ

Mark your calendars! The Big truck Parade is moving online. In a display of ingenuity, the Downtown BIA, the Chamber of Commerce and Shaw Spotlight are compilin...g all the drone coverage as well as videos and pictures from past parades and transforming them into a 2020 Big Truck Parade! It will broadcast on Dec. 5 at 6 p.m. on Shaw Spotlight Channel 4, the Downtown Campbell River BIA Facebook page and you can watch it anytime on our Youtube Channel. Link to our Youtube channel here: https://www.youtube.com//UCuYaukF7p3bc5E9ZXuQt2WA/featured Please subscribe! Once we reach 100 subscribers we can actually name it after ourselves! Enjoy the show...

Notice how young children prefer playing with an everyday item over a fancy toy? Check out these activity ideas using things you already have!

New or expectant parents take note.

Parents are facing more challenges than normal in their day to day lives. The Family Care Kit is calmversation’s response to the clear need for more support in home environments due to the pandemic. The Family Care Kit is a resource for parents and caregivers to develop connections, understanding, and empathy with their children.... This resource is free until the end of December.

A HUGE shoutout and thank you to all the sponsors, agencies, and resources that contributed to our first Virtual Fair. Thrifty Foods City of Campbell River - City Hall Campbell River Literacy... Family Place, Campbell River Baby's Best Chance/Early Years- Campbell River Family Services Society Pacificcare - CCRR Program Campbell River Public Health Laichwiltach Family Life Society and many others

In case you missed it, Family Place is back by pre-registering.

Today is #OrangeShirtDay. Orange Shirt Day is a day when we honour the Indigenous children who were sent away to residential schools in Canada and learn more about the history of those schools. To learn more and how to talk to your children about Orange Shirt Day https://www.cbc.ca/kidscb/the-feed/what-is-orange-shirt-day #EveryChildMatters

These are fun at home 10 minute activities for kids that help promote self-regulation. https://heartmindonline.org//boost-motivation-with-joyful-

Share and get ready! On Sept 30th - Orange shirt day. This day was created in 2013, designed to educate people and promote awareness in canada about the Indian ...residential school system and the devastating impact it has had on Indigenous communities for over a century - an impact that continues today. Take the opportunity Sept 30th (and every day) to come together in a spirit of reconciliation and hope, because every child matters! See more

When your child is alone with a puzzle you can expect three basic skills to be built: Physical skills -- from holding puzzle pieces and turning them until they fit Cognitive skills -- as they solve the problems of a puzzle... Emotional skills -- they learn patience and are rewarded when they complete the puzzle

Check out these age-based resources to help raise a child who is a curious explorer and thoughtful problem-solver.

Family Place is slowly re-opening, registration is required.

A free conference for parents and other care providers.

This virtual walk is open to all families in Campbell River

Outside play is crucial for emerging readers and writers. Early childhood is a time to achieve physical mastery of many different types of skills through movement and play that carry over to further learning. strengthening large muscles are needed for writing core strength and balance are needed for writing play with loose parts and with different natural textures help fine-tune the smaller muscles in the hands and fingers... Thanks for sharing Campbell River Literacy Association

It really isn't a race. Let children unfold on their own timelines.

If you have little ones playing hockey and still in car seats please take a read for safety concerns when arriving to the arena fully dressed.

A fun opportunity for your kids to get creative. Thanks Greenways Land Trust

What are your favourite books to read with your children?

Lots of children are feeling anxious right now, join an online discussion for support.

In many cases, social distancing has led to increased screen time. Check out some fantastic ideas in the Caring For Kids article 'Screen time and digital media: Advice for parents of school-aged children and teens' https://www.caringforkids.cps.ca//screen-time-and-digital-

What happens if you give a girl a boy toy?? The possibilities are endless.

Singing with your kids is a great way to surround them with words, which helps build literacy. What are you singing with your little ones?