Codie Shiels is a wonder. Our favourite Irish dancer keeps the Buddings crew on our toes, so we’re always moving through the fun activities of the day in good form. That means leading 12+ toddlers [ … ]
Tag: teachers
What’s teacher Lynn doing?
The first half of 2021 is over, and as we head into the summer season, Out of the Storm, at Storybook, Lynn Truong is the safe haven we can all [ … ]
How it works, with Charlotte Blake!
While pursuing her Bachelor of Science degree at UBC in Biology and Neuroscience, Charlotte Blake developed a fascination for developmental psychology. From infancy, childhood, and adolescence, to applied developmental science, she [ … ]
Talia leads the team!
Talia Erickson is the owner and Storybook centre manager at Vancouver’s flexible daycare. This Feb., she’s celebrating 10 years at the helm, ever since incorporating in 2011. She holds a Combined Honours degree in [ … ]
Back to School
This September, it’s Back to School! The summer of transitions is over, and while questions remain unanswered, the seasons are changing. Autumn is whispering in the leaves. At Buddings, we’re thinking positively, and [ … ]
Behaviour Guidance – with unconditional positive regard
Values-Based Guidance Our commitment to inclusivity informs all of our practices: from art materials and toy selection to naps-by-request, and one-hour’s-notice booking. We meet you, and your family, where you’re at. [ … ]
Holiday Party & Regift Exchange – Dec. 14 @ Storybook
Everyone’s Invited! Have you ever received A gift you don’t need? It’s nice, as you see, But not your cup of tea. From sweet old Aunt Pat, or your thoughtful friend Sherry Bring [ … ]
How to… Prepare Safe Snacks
At Buddings we practice extra safe snacks! To prevent choking, the teachers closely supervise the children and make sure they are seated with their feet under the table and keep their sillies out of [ … ]
Big Kids Club: The teachers’ drawer!
Storytelling or Brain's work out! Big Kids Club is a place where the magic happens! All the teachers agree that Storytelling brings such an incredible moments for the children that [ … ]
It’s a clean, green summer
What's more fun than bubbles?? Clean & Green on July 22, 2019 Thank you to the families, organizers, sponsors, and watermelon carvers who came out last Sunday (okay, two Sundays [ … ]
Seeking Creative Daycare Teachers! (ongoing)
Budding Children’s Garden & Daycare is looking for motivated and creative Early Childhood Educators to join our floor team. Our team is BUSY, with two flexible centres, on West Broadway and our Storybook Centre, in [ … ]
Get Ready for Big Kids Club 2019! – launch event: Feb. 8, @ 6:30pm
Like the children enrolled, and the business around it, our original, diverse, and flexible afternoon program for preschoolers has developed a personality all its own. After more than 6 years, Big [ … ]
What is Buddings Foods Guide?
Did you know all of our snack recipes are created based on Canada’s Food Guide? The guide says having the amount and type of food recommended and following the tips in Canada’s Food [ … ]
BKC Presents: Healthy Beginnings 2019
What is Big Kids Club's Healthy Beginnings 2019? Every afternoon, from December until February, our teachers present a structured educational program that will allow our preschoolers to find Healthy Beginnings. Through sharing and team [ … ]
Do Gardens Really Grow at Daycare?
…. and the answer is that it depends. If you’ve been attending our centre in Broadway, you’d notice that we have an indoor planter filled with ever-changing greens. This spring [ … ]