This brochure highlights different after school programs for children and how it may help them overcome any notable learning disability, boost their confidence, and enhance their academic skills drastically along with discussing the parental input and family based strategies help in improving the condition for the students.
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Running head: INFORMATIVE BROCHURE ON CHILD CARE Informative brochure on child care Name of the student: Name of the university: Author note:
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2INFORMATIVE BROCHURE ON CHILD CARE In this section the first activity carried out will be discussing the what after school programs are: 01After school programs can be identifeid as any organized activity in which the children can participate in extrenal to their traditional school hours. 02Certain after school programs are designed by the primary or secondary school authority, but most of the after school programs are designed by the not for profit organizations or privatized organizations (). 03The after school activities are also considered to be the cornerstone, an integrated parenting style which helps children gain leadership attributes and social skills. 04Research also states that after school activities also help in improving the externalizing behavior, academic performance, compliance to rules and disciple, and lastly, school attendance as well (Tétreault et al., 2014). AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS FOR SCHOOL AGED CHILDREN, HELP YOUR CHILD MAKE THE MOST OF THEIR CHILDHOOD!!! TYPES OF AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS FOR SCHOOL AGED CHILDREN: Introduction: Whereas schooling is an imperative part of the psychosocial and cognitive development of the children, the impact of the after school programs also helps in providing additional support to the children, and helps improve social skills of the children. In most cases, many children suffer from variety of learning disabilities, which can interfere with their learning process, and it is impossible for them to receive individual emphasis on each child in the school environment (David & Weinstein, 2013). However, the after school learning programs for children can provided them with the extra emphasis, support and assistance, which in turn can help them overcome any challenges successfully. Along with that after school programs also improve cognitive and social skills of the children helping them feel more confident and improve their engaging abilities. This brochure will attempt to highlight different after school programs for the children and how it may help them overcome any notable learning disability, boost their confidence, and enhance their academic skills drastically along with discussing the parental input and family based strategies help in improving the condition for the students (Tétreault et al., 2014). What are after school programs? There are various different types of after school programs which address a range of different issues or challenges faced by the children. Few examples include: Before-after school programs are extremely popular in Toronto, Ontario, and most of the opportunities are located at or around Toronto (Vanderloo et al., 2013). There are three main types:Licensed Childcare, Extended Day Programs operated directly by the school boards, and Authorized recreation programs. The school aged children are the most suitable for the last two types of before-after school care programs. Camps.Ca is a after school initiative for the school aged children which incorporates a varied range of after school learning and sports activities that helps children grow and explore outside of their classrooms (Camps.ca, 2019). Ontario has another government funded after school program that runs between 3 to 6 pm, providing quality programs for children and youth in priority neighborhoods across the province. Toronto district school board or TDSB also provides a range of before/after school programs for school aged children (Tdsb.on.ca, 2019). Upper Canada childcare provides opportunity of both before and after school programs for the children that are in school (Uppercanadachildcare.com, 2019). London Children’s Connection in Ontario also provides game based learning programs in the before after school activity format (Lcc.on.ca, 2019). There are various options available in Ontario as before after school programs, and hence choosing one can be tough, but we are here to help the parents make the right
3INFORMATIVE BROCHURE ON CHILD CARE Range of services each organization is providing: As can be derived from the name itself, Camps.Ca, is more focused on providing camping experiences for the children, animal camps, wilderness camping trips, LEGO camps, magic camps, and many sports competitions and tournaments for the children to connect to outdoor activities (Camps.ca, 2019). The TDSB is popular for its extended day programs, where Registered Early Childhood Educators provide play based learning programs for the children to improve their social and cognitive skills , also a cost effective program (Tdsb.on.ca, 2019). London’s childcare connection Ontario, is associated with providing a thorough before after school program, Licensed by the Ministry of Education and Endorsed by Local School Boards; the children Kindergarten to 12 years of age enjoy gamed based building relationships and improving cognitive skills (Lcc.on.ca, 2019). Upper Canada childcare provides a range of before and after school programs, for the children aged 6 to 12, including sports, arts, crafts, and games, along with aquiet area for homework (Uppercanadachildcare.com, 2019) Weigh out the pros and cons and then choose! Additional resources: We understand that every child is different and their needs also differ drastically. We have tried to clear as many doubts with this informative brochure to clarify any doubts that the families may have while choosing a single activity for their child. Yet, for troubled families and children with specific needs, the best recommendation from our end is to visit a child counsellor or family therapist. The cornerstone childcare Inc. located at Windsor provides a range of services for the families to help with the decision making. Mareas therapeutic services can located at Stoney Creek also provide family coaching and consultation services for choosing the right services according to the specific needs of the children. Lastly for any consultation without added costs, you can always visit or reach out to Ontario Association of Child and Youth Care, a government initiative for troubled families and children (Mtc.gov.on.ca, 2019). We conclude with the hopes of parents making informed decisions regarding the physical and psychosocial development of their children, choosing a before-after school program, that is JUST RIGHT FOR THEM. Camp.cais providing a range of outdoor activities, allowing the children toconnect with their environment, an opportunity the children miss out on these days London’s children connectionalso providesgame based learning opportunities, also focusing on building relationships, helping the children with lack of confidence and social skillsbuild positive personality and confidence TDSB is providing game based learning, best suitable for children withattention deficit or are bored of classroom teaching Upper Canada childcareprovides the most,sports, arts, crafts, and games, both outdoor and indoor, with a quiet place for homework!!! Undoubtedly the best choice according to us!!!!
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