Health Unit Provides Safety Tips for the Upcoming Solar Eclipse on April 8, 2024. Learn more at https://www.ncceinc.org/health-unit-provides-safety-tips-for-the-upcoming-solar-eclipse/

Several locations throughout Windsor and Essex County fall into the path of totality, where the Sun will be completely covered by the Moon for a short period of time.

In Windsor-Essex County, the solar eclipse should start at approximately 1:58 p.m. and end at 4:28 p.m. with totality taking place between 3:12 p.m. and 3:15 p.m.

Whether you’re in a location where there is a partial or total eclipse, looking directly at the sun can cause serious eye damage such as vision loss. To avoid eye damage during a solar eclipse:
- Do not look directly at the eclipse at all.
- If you want to look at the eclipse, only use safe solar eclipse viewers or filters that meet international standard ISO 12312-2.
- Put the viewer on before looking at the solar eclipse and turn away from the eclipse before removing the viewer.
- Use other methods to view the solar eclipse, such as an online livestream.

It is also important to closely monitor children during an eclipse as their eyes let in more light than adult eyes, putting them at higher risk of eye damage.

The event is expected to cause an increase in road and water traffic as people head to sites within the path of totality. Along with practicing eye safety, stay safe on the road and water with the following tips:
- Do not wear solar eclipse glasses while driving.
- Keep your attention on the road or waterway and do not try to look at the sun while driving.
- Do not pull over on the side of the road to view the eclipse. Exit the roadway and find a safe place to view the event.
- Keep your headlights on while driving during the eclipse.
- If you’re out on the water, make sure your boat is well lit and be aware of other boats around you.

For additional information on staying safe during the solar eclipse, please visit: https://www.wechu.org/your-health/solar-eclipse-safety

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Let Curiosity Lead

Curiosity is a desire to learn, and an eagerness to explore and discover. Curious children are more likely to stay involved, learn and retain information. Giving children opportunities to explore their environment is beneficial to their development and well-being, helping them become lifelong learners. View our newsletter at https://tinyurl.com/NCCEVol222 for activities that will encourage your child to wonder, question and explore.

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#curiosity #explore #development #wellbeing #wonder #learning #NCCE #VCPSS

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Incorporate Loose Parts Into Your Child`s Learning

Loose parts are materials that can be moved all around the room and used in endless ways. They encourage self-directed, independent play, and motivate children to observe closely, enquire, investigate, construct, deconstruct and engage with others.

View our newsletter at https://tinyurl.com/NCCEVol221 for activities that will encourage your child to explore and create with loose parts.

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#learn #engage #construct #play #observe #investigate #NCCE #VCPSS

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Join NCCE Inc`s Youth Resource Centre for an exciting STEAM-filled March Break! Explore and experience various technologies that may be new to you. Each day will focus on a different element of STEAM, helping you discover and try out diverse technologies. Don`t miss this opportunity! For more information and registration details, please email jtoman@ncce1.org or contact 519-258-4076.

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Everyday Routines Can Be Fun!

Routines are rich opportunities to support your child’s learning and
development. They offer a chance to build self-confidence, time-management and organizational skills, self-control, and communication skills.

In our newsletter at http://tinyurl.com/NCCEVol220, we provide activities that will encourage your child to follow and enjoy everyday routines.

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#routines #learning #development #patterns #structure #fun #NCCE #VCPSS

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Eat the Rainbow – How to Encourage Healthy Eating Habits

A rainbow diet involves daily consumption of colourful fruits and vegetables that provide a variety of nutrients, antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals essential for overall body health. It is a fun and healthy way to help children develop positive eating habits.

In our newsletter at http://tinyurl.com/NCCE219, we provide a range of activities to encourage your child in building healthy eating habits.

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#healthy #fruits #vegetables #eatinghabits #development #NCCE #VCPSS

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Increasing Children’s Engagement During Reading

Lifelong readers find joy and excitement in reading. This process begins in early childhood, and the more children are engaged during reading, the greater the benefit to their language and reading development. In our newsletter at http://tinyurl.com/NCCEVol218, you will find activities that will motivate your child to read.

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#reading #engagement #excitement #language #development #stories #NCCE #VCPSS

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Winter offers many exercise opportunities, like tobogganing, skating or snowball tossing. Participating in winter games offers numerous benefits: it can strengthen your child’s immune system, support their physical and emotional well-being, and enhance their learning skills. In our newsletter at http://tinyurl.com/NCCEVol217, we provide ideas that will help you and your child stay physically active and enjoy the winter season.

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#winter #exercise #outdoors #learning #active #wellbeing #skills #NCCE #VCPSS

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