Ten simple, play-based invitations to help young children explore wildfire season through community helpers, animals, preparedness and imaginative play—without creating fear.

How to talk with young children about wildfires in a calm, reassuring and age-appropriate way.

How we monitor wildfire smoke, adjust outdoor play, and protect indoor air quality for young children.

Discover how Montessori, Reggio Emilia, and the BC Early Learning Framework shape your child’s development. Learn what to expect in Kamloops preschool classrooms and how the Early Learning Society blends the best of Reggio and ELF.

How we use positive guidance strategies to support children’s emotional regulation, problem-solving, collaboration, and personal growth matters. By fostering a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment, we help children build confidence, empathy, and essential life skills, ensuring their development aligns with best practices and BC child care regulations.

The Early Learning Society of Kamloops is growing its connection with the Métis Education and Child Care Program to better support Métis children and families through subsidies, classroom inclusion, and cultural resources that reflect their identity and heritage.

Most parents think the ABCs and 123s matter most in preschool. But science tells a different story. This article explores the power of executive function—your child’s real “readiness superpower”—and offers easy ways to build it through play, routines, and relationships.

Choosing infant care is one of the most important decisions a family can make. This guide offers 10 thoughtful questions to help parents in Kamloops find nurturing, inclusive, and high-quality care for their babies. Learn what to look for—from educator-to-infant ratios to how centres support diversity, communication, and emotional development.

Discover what sets quality infant care apart in Kamloops — from nurturing relationships to inquiry-based learning and inclusive environments.

If your preschooler resists bedtime or skips naps, you're not alone. This parent-friendly guide shares insights and tips to help make rest time a little easier.