by brightadmin | Dec 3, 2021 | Little Bodies
With COVID-19 vaccinations now being made available to children as young as 5 in Manitoba, there’s a lot of talk about needles. And while most parents see this vaccination as a long-awaited safeguard against a deadly illness… to the kids now preparing to...
by brightadmin | Oct 7, 2021 | Little Bodies
Every parent knows children become more inquisitive and independent as they grow. And as this development happens, they sometimes need to understand WHY they should do the things we want them to do… like washing their hands. At Brightling Academy and in all our...
by brightadmin | Aug 3, 2021 | Little Bodies
We’ve made all our posts this month about bees – because honestly, there are so many cool things to learn about bees that we can’t see a reason not to! One of the most amazing, we think, is the way bees use a special dance to communicate with one...
by brightadmin | Jul 3, 2021 | Little Bodies
Winnipeg weather is glorious in summer (some would say it’s our reward for January and February, but we love the snow, too!) – and if June was any indication, we are in for a gorgeous few months ahead. To keep everyone in great shape to enjoy the summer,...
by brightadmin | Jun 1, 2021 | Little Bodies
Until about the age of 5, most children need a mid-day nap to keep them fresh and energized. A nap helps them regulate their moods, re-charge their batteries, and has even been shown to increase their intellectual performance. If your child struggles to power...
by brightadmin | May 3, 2021 | Little Bodies
Do you recognize the parent who sounds like this? To the kids: “Wash your hands!” “Eat your vegetables!” “You need your sleep!” To yourself: “I have to get these gifts wrapped for next week – I have to prep tomorrow...
