Author: KIDS Inc. (Karen Ohlson)

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Wow! What an awesome day we had! The weather was chilly but hiking along the riverbank trails and the bonfire sure helped to keep us warm! We had the perfect day to crack the thin layer of ice on top of the pond in the English Gardens, or on puddles along the way; to kick...

Tuesday, October 28, 2008 We have a change of plans at K.I.D.S. Inc. to celebrate Halloween in conjunction with Montrose school. On Thursday, October 30, the children are invited to wear ORANGE and BLACK. On Friday, October 31, the children are invited to wear their Halloween costumes to K.I.D.S. Inc. Remember, please NO WEAPONS with...

The air was crisp and clear; the heat of the sun warming up cheeks, coloured pink with excitement. Our first fall field trip was to St. Vital Park, a place that celebrates all the changes of the season. Our field trip began with the much anticipated ride on the bus, fondly called the “Bruce Bus”...

Seasonal clothing changes means that children (and staff) need to learn who actually owns which mitten, boot, ski pants, scarf….. It is true that children often “claim” items that look like they want it to be theirs! It is extremely helpful to have clothing labelled clearly with children’s names. A simple way to do this...

Here is a link to a very informative website that has games, information and videos related to nutrition-even lunchbox ideas! Check out the bulletin board in the preschool vestibule for more great nutrition information!!

The staff of K.I.D.S. Inc. work diligently to ensure all children’s needs are met. Our safe and stimulating environment is a big part of fostering all developmental areas. There are many strategies and experiences that happen within the environment. The “stimulating” environment consists of a comfortable environment full of opportunities for children to explore and...

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By making your donation to K.I.D.S. Inc. through CanadaHelps you will be making a valuable contribution to Early Learning and Child Care! Click on the link!

Wow! Amazing gifts, food and comments galore to brighten all staff’s days! From magical poetry and pictures to beautiful bags with many faces of “our children”, tools to garden and engage with nature, warm hugs and thoughts! Some of the kind words that have described the amazing staff at K.I.D.S. Inc. are: hard working, energetic,...

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Dear MLA and Leaders of Child Care in Manitoba: The Government of Manitoba has announced Family Choices – Manitoba’s Five-Year Agenda for Early Learning and Child Care. Here is a link if you haven’t had a chance to review it: http://www.manitoba.ca/familychoices.html. This is important news for Manitobans so please share it with your staff, parents,...

Check your mailbox at the centre for important information from the Board of Directors and Art Show invitations!! April Newsletter PDF April Calendar PDF

Reminder we are closed on Monday March 31, 2008 due to a custodial holiday.

Due to the extreme amount of requests for child care at our centre we are issuing this statement as to how that waiting list is managed. Parents add their child to our waiting list giving all the pertinent information. Our centre enrolls new children in chronological order (the date order in which parents requested child...