Kids & Company Blog

3 Halloween Activities That Engage All The Senses for Children 6 and Under

Posted on: Thursday October 5th, 2023

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Halloween is just around the corner, and at Kids & Company, we’re always looking for ways to make the holiday special for our children. This year, we’re sharing a trio of activities that are not only safe and fun for children under 6 but also engage their senses in delightful ways.  Even better, you can… [read more]

The Power of Books to Help Foster Emotional and Mental Well-Being

Posted on: Wednesday October 4th, 2023

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Books can help play an important role in nurturing the emotional and mental resilience  of our children. This Mental Health Awareness Month, we are sharing three books that speak to these themes, impart valuable lessons, and encourage discussions on mental and emotional well-being.  “I Am Love” by Susan Verde This book explores the theme of… [read more]

Three Simple Ways to Raise Eco-Conscious Children

Posted on: Monday October 2nd, 2023

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Good news: Studies show children across the world know that they need to protect the planet. Since being a good eco-citizen starts at home, here are a few things you can do to make sustainability as easy as One-Two-Three.  If you’re an eco-conscious parent, we have some news you’ll find reassuring: Canada’s youth genuinely care… [read more]

Why Being Eco-Conscious Is Important to Kids & Company

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Kids & Company’s founder and CEO Victoria Sopik cares about our planet, and she knows you do, too. Read on to find out how Kids & Company is prioritizing eco-friendly, sustainable practices in our child care centres and our communities. As a mother of eight (and grandmother of 15), I know first-hand how tough it… [read more]

Raising “Upstanders”: What Difference Can One Word Make for Bullying Prevention?

Posted on: Thursday September 28th, 2023

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This blog is written by our guest author Ulrica Jobe, a Parenting Coach with The Giving Tree Centre, a children’s mental health clinic comprised of an experienced team of mental health professionals (child psychologists & psychotherapists, occupational therapists, speech language pathologists and parent coaches) who help kids and families develop the awareness, skills and capacity… [read more]

Food Safety in the Kidco Kitchens

Posted on: Monday September 18th, 2023

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At Kids & Company, ensuring our children thrive in a safe environment is our number one priority. Our children receive food service provided exclusively by the Kidco Kitchen, which are commissaries and satellite kitchens that are owned and operated by Kids & Company. In light of the recent E.Coli outbreak in Calgary, we are sharing… [read more]

Books that Honor Hispanic Heritage

Posted on: Friday September 15th, 2023

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September marks the beginning of Hispanic Heritage Month in the United States, which runs through the middle of October (with October marking the beginning of Canada’s Latin American Heritage Month). It is a time to celebrate the rich culture of Hispanic and Latino communities. Diversity is incredibly important to us at Kids & Company –… [read more]

Embracing Challenges, Learning from Mistakes, and Persevering

Posted on: Wednesday September 13th, 2023

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This blog is written by Sunny Verma, President of TutorBright. TutorBright’s online tutoring service gives children a personalized academic & mentorship plan. Whether the student is struggling in school or wanting to get ahead, TutorBright uses an innovative process to accomplish the student’s goals and help create a plan that will continue that success in… [read more]

Cultivating Joy and Connection: 5 Benefits of Practicing Gratitude with Your Children

Posted on: Friday September 8th, 2023

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This blog is written by our friends, Love Powered Co., where they are on a mission to empower the next generation of mindful leaders through three core pillars:  gratitude, mindfulness, and connection. Love Powered Co offers simple, guided affirmations and mindfulness tools for the whole family, encouraging positive self-talk, building confidence, and promoting positive connections.  As… [read more]

Books Highlighting Diversity, Inclusion and Kindness

Posted on: Wednesday September 6th, 2023

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“Our hope is simple. That children will learn from a young age that everyone, regardless of their ability, gender or race is accepted and loved just as they are.” This is Nancy Corocan and Jayne Nagy (sisters) goal for their ‘We Love Joy’ series of books, inspired initially by loss and grief. Kids & Company… [read more]