This e-module focuses on anxiety and stress in childhood. Anxiety disorders are the most common mental health concerns affecting Canadian children (Klein et al., 2023), and the COVID-19 pandemic has significantly affected anxiety and stress...

“The formation and growth of the human brain are undoubtedly two of the most remarkable feats of human construction… Knowledge of brain development is critical to understanding child development” ~ Charles Nelson.

In this course some of the...

This e-module focuses on the building blocks of a resilient response to obstacles, originating in the early years. Resilience is not genetic, but is built over time through connection, and environments that foster exploration and risk taking.

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Because of its importance to healthy development, Article 31 of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC) recognizes the right of the child to engage in play and the provision of appropriate and equal opportunities for play....

This e-module focuses on science-based information and strategies that support the positive impact of outdoor play on brain development and mental health in early childhood as well as for adults and educators alike. Helping participants to...

In this webinar, we will present the importance of vocabulary development in early childhood, as well as evidence and best practices related to early literacy. Research shows that by the time children enter elementary school, there is an alarming...

In this webinar, we will discuss the importance of preparing children for the demands of formal schooling during early childhood. The level of children’s development is a good predictor of future educational success. We will clarify the concept...

This e-module provides participants with evidence-based information to support young children’s resilience and recovery. It focuses on trauma, how it impacts child development, and how to best support children through sensitive interactions and...