I have been teaching about jobs and occupations, and lots of fun so far! One day, we became a hairdresser! The hair model was Mrs. Potato head. She ordered haircut [ … ]
Category: Big Kids Club
Greek facts, Mythology and more!
All civilizations have a cultural heritage. While traveling around Ancient Greece, we found out that a lot of mythology characters influenced people believes, their imagination and creativity. It´s been fun to see [ … ]
Do Re Mi Fa So La Ti Do! – Express yourself with MUSIC-
Music helps us to express ourselves! Rainbow Spring!! After Rainy season is over, it’s time for Mr. Golden Sun out and we see Rainbow! When I’m feeling sunshine, I just [ … ]
Introducing… Rainbow Robots!
“When students are given explicit instructions, when they are told what they need to know, they become less likely to explore on their own. Curiosity is a fragile thing.” – [ … ]
How do Big Kids Grow?
“In order to help, they need to care. In order to care, they need to know.” – Somebody, Somewhere Though I don’t remember exactly where I saw it, who said [ … ]
What is your future dream?
Wednesday Big Kids Club is about Jobs and Occupations! When I was a kid, my future dreams were a daycare teacher because I loved my preschool teachers, a trainer of [ … ]
Life Cycles – We’re Ready for Spring!
As we thought the snow was melting and tulips were starting to grow, the snow comes down again and says winter’s not ready to go! But don’t worry Big [ … ]
Eureka! Ελλάδα, a new Civilization to explore!
In Catalonia, we call setciències “seven sciences” someone who flaunts about their knowledge, abilities or qualities. This expression refers the liberal arts, also known as the seven liberal arts, which [ … ]
The Bird Show – with special guests, Fridays at Storybook
Q: What do great journalists, great listeners, and preschoolers of all shapes and sizes, have in common? It’s not patience for listening, although that would be nice… It’s not even [ … ]
BKC Presents: Rainbow Spring 2019
What is Big Kids Club's Rainbow Spring 2019? Every afternoon, from March until May, our teachers present a structured educational program full of colour, called Rainbow Spring! Through sharing and team [ … ]
Learning from Storytime
Time flies! I feel like the new year has just begun. However, it’s already the middle of February. It has been snowy sometimes and seems like the winter is still [ … ]
Collaboration of “Good food” and “Exercise” !! -take you to the healthy world-
Cooking with children defenitely encourage them to eat well !! One day, I made guacamole in the class with our little buddies. Our little chefs appeared to enjoy all the [ … ]
Art is smart
Beside flexibility and rich educational program that Buddings offer, we always try to let children choose an activity they like and enjoy. Great thing is that teachers have the same [ … ]
Egypt BKC currently in Vancouver!
Talking about Egypt and deserts in the winter is a sweet way to bring back a little bit of warmth every week and this topic brought up a lot of [ … ]
Celebrating Everyday Heroes
“A hero is a person who is really intent on making the world a better place” – Maya Angelou Fire Fighters During our first month of [ … ]
Sharing is the important element of healthy life!
Enhance children's Social and Emotional development! Sharing!! This is what I’ve been focusing on my Big Kids Club. Sharing food, sharing items, Sharing spaces, and…Sharing the moment! Why sharing?? It [ … ]
Healthy Storytime 2019
Hello from Japan! Yes, I was visiting my parents in Japan by January 14th. I enjoyed eating Sushi, Matcha tea, and Japanese sweets…Umm, Yummy! Today, I’m here for introducing my [ … ]
Civilizations: Egypt and Big Kids!
Happy 2019 to everyone! Rivers are incredibly powerful! They unite the continents to the oceans, help us to travel and trade, provide us food and water, hydrate and nourish the environment… [ … ]
What’s “Up” in 2019?
This Winter, Sarah and I are co-presenting our Big Kids Club “Up” class at Storybook on Mondays, and while the topic encompasses everything over, around, and under the Sun, it’s also [ … ]
He was a real good dog – Benson Poodle, 200?-2019
On Saturday, Jan. 5, 2019, Buddings Daycare dog Benson Poodle was able to get out for a nice walk in the sun, passing through our old neighbourhoods and favourite East [ … ]