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Provider and Parent Information

- CFS (Children and Family Services) Playpen Notification: It is the responsibility of CFS, Agencies and Providers to ensure the safety of the children in our care.

Effective July 1, 2015 play pens will not be allowed for use for unsupervised sleep. Sleep equipment must meet the Health Canada

requirements for Cribs, Cradles and Bassinets.

The safety of children is our 1st

priority and we will do our best to ensure the transition is smooth for everyone.

- NORTHALTA SUMMER HOURS – Northalta office hours - July 3rd

- Aug. 14th

Monday – Thursday – 8:30 a.m. - 4:30p.m. Friday 8:30 a.m. - 4:00p.m.

We are available to assist you at 780 448-1301 OR by email at office@northaltacare.com Northalta distributes child related magazines to Providers. The local magazines offer information on children’s issues, family health and safety. This month we are distributing the Summer edition:

Contact Newsletter—AHS (Alberta Health Services) Childcare Initiative Newsletter - “For all people interested in the health

of preschoolers” . Contact Newsletter is a publication of Public Health - Edmonton Zone, Alberta Health Services. http

www.albertahealthservices.ca/7664.asp

Keep Children Cool booklet - Health Canada ( Provider - hard copy)

Northalta also emails documents to our Providers and Parents on information that is current and relevant to their day home and child related issues.

EPL - National Aboriginal Month programs at Edmonton Public Library

Alberta Centennial Education Savings Grant information

A Parent's Guide to Vaccination - Health Canada - Summer is much anticipated and we all enjoy the variety of outdoor activities. We have distributed information related to Summer safety:

Keep Children Cool booklet - Health Canada (Parents email link

Address: 8155–79 Ave NW Edmonton AB. T6C-0P9; Ph: 780 448-1301; Fax: 780 461-0351

Email: office@northaltacare.com Website: www.northaltacare.com

Northalta News July 2015

Suzanna joined Northalta in 1995. After 20 years of service, she is still truly dedicated to the

field of child care, as she continues to demonstrate professionalism and a love for children. Over the

years we have met families from her day home who have described Suzanna as an “angel”, “a great

support to their family”, “the best, she cares about the children so much”. They happily share their

experiences;

- “We are really happy with the care M. is getting he likes going to “school” now. We are overall relieved he is experiencing success to

the extent he is.”

- “J. is having a great time. It’s tough on me but knowing she’s happy is helping. She is happy to go to Suzanna’s! She always lets us

know how the day went. We are very happy to be a part of Suzanna’s day home family and are at ease leaving J. with her when we

see how happy she is when she arrives. She’s always in a pleasant mood.”

“We are very happy with the care Suzanna provides. She is always really nice to talk to and lots to report about K.’s individual

experiences. She does everything to help parents out. I appreciate the food and impressed at how little sickness there is in her home. I

look to her for parenting advice because she has cared for so many children; she really knows her stuff”. “Suzanna is very dedicated to

the families in her program. Suzanna has a big heart with room for everybody. She loves everyone dearly!”

Northalta is proud to work with Suzanna, she represents the best in the field of child care!

Reminder: To ensure your Provider is recognized for what she does, please submit a few words about them to

arlene@northaltacare.com. I look forward to hearing from you!

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Upcoming Community Events

July 1 – Canada Day – Canada Day is a celebration of Canadian nationalism, heritage and pride. Canada became self-governing on July 1st, 1867.

July 12 - Sourdough Raft Race — FREE admission. Children’s mini-carnival, kite flying, and watch the raft race. Launch is at Terwillegar Park at noon, finish is at Rafter’s Landing. Watch from the banks of the river valley.

July 18 Eid-al-Fitr - Many Muslims in Canada celebrate Eid al-Fitr (also known as Id al-Fitr or Eid ul-Fitr) on the first day of Shawwal in the Islamic calendar. It marks the end of the month-long fast of Ramadan and the start of a feast that lasts up to three days in some countries. People dress in their finest clothes and adorn their homes with lights and other decorations. Eid al-Fitr is a joyous occasion but its underlying purpose is to praise God and give thanks to him, according to Islamic belief.

Please refer to the Community Information & Resources for the various festivals and events in Edmonton in July!

Providers Anniversary *Vera T.-18years *Raj K.- 1 year

*Boi T. - 4 years

Provider Pay Night Location: Ascension Lutheran Church 8405-83 St. Use rear entrance

Providers Birthdays *Maria J. *Laura P. *Carmela V.

*Ambreen N. *Aida R. *Tracy R.

*Chhaya P.

July 2015

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Active For Life

Raising healthy happy kids Activity for Babies and Toddlers

http://activeforlife.com/raising-happy-healthy-successful-kid/

TODDLER CLIMBING 1-3 years

Time 10-15 minutes Skill: Agility, balance, coordination

Requirements; staircase, sofas, large chairs, bed, cushions, and pillows

Outdoors: simple climbing obstacles such as benches and garden walls, or

play frames at a playground

Directions 1. Encourage your toddler to climb obstacles that are free of sharp edges.

Stay close and be ready to catch your child if she loses her balance, her footing, or her hand grip. 2. If you are indoors, encourage your child to climb the stairs or climb onto beds and sofas. You can also create a climbing/crawling obstacle course using sofa cushions and pillows. 3. If you are outdoors, encourage your child to climb objects you encounter such as park benches, garden retaining walls, logs and even smalls rock outcroppings. Low playground equipment and climbing frames designed for toddlers are excellent if available. 4. Always stay close to your toddler, especially between ages 1-2 years, and be prepared to catch her if she loses her balance, her footing, or her hand grip! Don’t allow her to climb too high, or into any areas beyond your arm reach. 5. Use encouraging words, and avoid comments that communicate fear. Simply lift her down from any place where you feel she is exposed to excessive risk of falling and possibility of injury. Variation

If you sense that your toddler needs encouragement to climb, try placing one of her favourite toys on top of an obstacle in full view, or make a motion to climb the obstacle yourself and encourage her to climb with you. Benefits

This activity develops balance and physical coordination, along with some agility, and it builds strength in the limbs.

Community Information & Resources

July 3 – 12: Edmonton International Street Performers Festival — FREE admission. Performances by magicians, clowns, jugglers, mime artists, musicians and comics are by donation. Sir Winston Churchill Square 780-425-5162 visit www.edmontonstreetfest.com July 16 – 25: Taste of Edmonton — Sample delicious food while enjoying FREE live music. Food tickets can be bought at 10% off at TIX on the Square and the Art Gallery of Alberta one month before the event. Sir Winston Churchill Square 780-423-2822 visit www.tasteofedm.ca July 17 – 26: K-Days — The parade on 102 and 103 Avenues is FREE on July 16 at 10 am. Discounted Coca-Cola Ride All Day Passes for the midway can be bought before July 16. Edmonton Northlands (7515 – 118 Ave) 780-471-7210 visit www.k-days.com Parent Link Centers - Parent Link Centres provide

parent and family support to families in Alberta.

Parents can participate in a wide range of activities:

music and movement, literacy and numeracy.

http://humanservices.alberta.ca/family-

community/15576.html

Scholastic book club is not available for the summer

months. The Northalta “Book of the Month” will be on

holidays for July and August also.

We encourage Providers to continue to read to the

children while outdoors; take your favorite books to

your backyard or park.

Providers may also visit their local libraries. EPL

programs like puppet shows, crafts and storytime for

babies, toddlers and preschoolers, as well as

recommendations for great books and activities, will

help develop the early literacy skills essential for

reading success when your child is older. Check the

recommended titles with the EPL early literacy team.

Join the Summer Reading Club at EPL! Children of all

ages are invited to join EPL this summer for TD

Summer Reading Club. Their Summer Reading Club

aims to keep kids reading over the summer by offering

literacy-based programming with prizes, activities and

other incentives to read.

Visit http://www.epl.ca/src for more information

Congratulations to the Winners of the

June “Book of the Month”

Mighty Dads, My Dinosaur – Agnes S.

Our Canada Flag - Zareen M.

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No Excuses – Get Outside

Participation in outdoor recreation is good for us mentally and physically. Whatever the weather, just being outside in the fresh air can be really energizing and mentally refreshing. If you're out under blues skies and a warm sun, all the better! As we enjoy the beautiful Edmonton weather, we see the wide range of benefits outdoor play offers: •Gives kids a chance to burn off energy •Can be calming and allow kids to "recharge" their energy levels •Helps kids learn to interact with and understand the natural world •Offers a chance for more social interaction with peers •Helps to develop their powers of observation and their assessment of risk •Offers more opportunities for creativity and free play •Helps to build a strong link between physical health and outdoor play Retrieved from http://www.healthyalberta.com/1424.htm (June 18, 2015)

Providers often say children sleep better, they are happier and they see less behavior problems when children are outside. We can be outside year round with appropriate modifications and adjustments. Many inside toys can be taken outside; play kitchen, blocks, puzzles, paints, musical instruments etc.

As you see, some things change with the seasons and some don’t.

The most important fact that stays the same, children want and need to be outside year round.

Activity Summer preparation/modifications Winter preparation/ modifications

Outside play Sun screen, insect repellant , hat Coat, mittens, toque

Water/snow play Bathing suit Snow suit

Water play Wading pool Ice rink

Gross motor play: climbing, tag, swings

Sandals /Playground equipment Boots/ Playground equipment

Going for a nature walk Stroller, explore flowers, leaves, bugs etc.

Toboggan/sled, explore snow, ice, trees, take the opportunity to discuss the changes.

Painting Rocks, leaves, pine cones Snow, ice

Building with natural items Sand and dirt snow