November/December 2024

 

Hello Nicole,

As the days grow shorter and the air turns crisp, we warmly welcome you to our November newsletter! This month, our theme is all about embracing the cozy spirit of winter while igniting the creative spark in our little ones. At Wee Watch, we believe that the cold months ahead offer a perfect opportunity for imaginative play and cozy activities that bring us together. From crafting handmade decorations to exploring winter-themed stories, we’ll be engaging your children in projects that celebrate the beauty and magic of the season. Join us as we share ideas for winter activities at home, highlight our upcoming events, and provide tips for keeping your family cozy during the chillier days. Let’s make this winter a time of warmth, creativity, and connection!


We are excited to complete the final two months of our Together Wee Can program where we explored the Culture and Cuisine of many countries! In November our kids will explore Turkey and in December, Finland! We can’t wait to see the Providers and children take part! Be sure to connect via social media to see all the fun yourselves! We are also winding down our 40 Weeks of Wee Watch in November. We hope that over the past 40 weeks, you have learned a lot about the quality of Wee Watch and the passion that all our staff and providers have for delivering the best quality childcare. Look to socials for the final few events and chances to win prizes or give back yourself! The year culminates in a charity toy drive that we hope many families contribute to!


We are also pleased to announce that in January of 2025, that for CWELCC eligible families our daycare rates will be further reduced to a maximum of $22/day! Your local Wee Watch Agency will provide you with information in the new year. Until then, have a wonderful winter and enjoy the holiday season.


Sincerely,

Lisa

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Cozy & Creative Winter Preparations

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As the leaves fall and the air turns crisp, we find ourselves excitedly looking ahead to a cozy and creative winter. This season offers a wonderful opportunity for our little ones to explore, create, and connect in warm, engaging ways.



With winter comes the chance to embrace cozy corners filled with soft blankets, colourful pillows, and twinkling lights - creating inviting spaces where imagination flourishes. Encourage little ones to help create their own cozy corner, making the space their own with their favourite pillows and stuffed animals. This creates a nurturing space for exploration and play. You can use these cozy corners throughout the winter season to read heartwarming stories together, engage in circle time or you can even use the space for quiet time after being outside in the cold, fresh air.


Winter is a perfect time for creativity! Art projects can easily reflect the beauty of the season. From making snowflakes and winter animals, to creating festive decorations and use various materials to spark little artists’ imaginations. While we all may be spending more time indoors, don’t forget the magic of the winter landscape. Nature walks allow us to observe the beauty of the season—frosty mornings, bare trees, and the occasional snowflake. Don’t forget to collect nature’s treasures to incorporate into crafts and discussions about the changes in the seasons.


As we move through winter, celebrate the season with special events! From cozy pajama days to hot cocoa parties, these gatherings will allow children to enjoy fun activities while fostering a sense of community.  This is also a wonderful opportunity to embrace the spirit of giving and encourage our little ones to think of ways to share kindness and gratitude with others. 


 
Wee Play & Learn

Every Provider and child has access to our Wee Learn educational curriculum! Wee Learn and all its associated programming was designed by a team of childcare experts to help children meet their developmental milestones and to prepare them for success in school and beyond! Our program is focused on play based learning for all ages and stages! 


Try some of these activities which align with our program:

Wee Beginners (1-2 years):

Winter Sensory Water Bottle


Wee Explorers (2-3 years):

Cotton Ball Snowy Owl


Wee Builders (3-4 years):

Build a Cave!

Wee Learners (4-5 years):

Igloo Home 


Wee Experts (5-6 years):

How Do Polar Bears Stay Warm?


Wee Mentors (6+ years):

Making Ice Crystals

Together Wee Can Read, Learn & Grow

Each year Wee Watch organizes exclusive and educational events and activities around a theme that all Providers across Ontario participate in called "Together Wee Can".


This years theme is Together Wee Can "Global Kids: Adventures in Culture & Cuisine".


Wee Watch has selected twelve countries to educate and engage the children in our homes each month with activities, games and cooking based on the unique experience of each country. The activities will help support the development of literacy, language, fine and gross motor skills as well as social and cognitive development. As Providers and children take this journey, they will explore local foods and popular culinary dishes each country has to offer.


To learn more about our exclusive educational programming, visit our website.


Take a look at what's coming up in our homes...

Turkey is surrounded by water on three sides and is a land bridge between two continents, Asia and Europe. Most of Turkey lies in Asia. Turkey is rich in culture and history, and has many landmarks like ancient ruins, thousands of mosques, castles, and ancient school buildings.

Finland is part of Northern Europe and is one of 5 Norwegian countries that also include Sweden, Iceland, Denmark and Norway. Did you know that Finland is considered the happiest country in the world – wouldn’t it be great to live there? 

 
Kids Can Cook

Cooking with kids isn't just about recipes, it can be a delicious learning experience for everyone! Cooking encourages literacy skills, harnesses imagination, empowerment, and creativity.


Check out this months recipes for kids:



 
 
Memorable Moments

There is always so much happening in our homes, be sure to check out our slideshow to experience some of the fun & learning.


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Wee Watch Team Spotlight

Provider Anniversaries

Congratulations to our wonderful Providers on their milestone anniversaries! 



We thank you for your ongoing commitment to the families in your care, your community, and Wee Watch.


See who we are celebrating in November & December

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Halloween Contest Winner Announcement!


We’re thrilled to announce that Gena S. from Wee Watch Windsor West is the winner of our 40 Weeks Wee Watch "Let the Ghoul Time's Roll" Halloween Contest!



A huge thank you to everyone who participated and shared their spooky spirit with us! We loved seeing all the creative costumes and decorations.

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A Huge Thank You to Our Amazing ECEs and Child Care Workers - Thursday, October 24, 2024 marks the 24th annual recognition of Child Care Worker and Early Childhood Educator Appreciation Day!


Today, we want to take a moment to express our heartfelt appreciation for the incredible Early Childhood Educators and child care workers who make such a difference in the lives of our little ones. 💖


Your dedication, patience, and creativity inspire us every day. Your hard work doesn’t go unnoticed, and we are so grateful for everything you do.

Organizing Summer Clothes as Winter Approaches - Wee Watch

Transitioning our wardrobes from summer to winter - Tips to help parents make this seasonal process smooth and stress-free.

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