– Circle and Storytime with Sonia

preschool program worker Sonia is on zoom with a young boy. they're both playing with the same dinosaur puppets
Our new online preschool program provides one-on-one support to parents, support groups for families, and playtime (with puppet pals!) for kids.
Virtual program – Pre-school children and their parents are invited to join Sonia for an hour of fun and interactive storytelling.

Connect with other parents and children as Sonia uses books, puppets, music and movement, and crafts and science to engage your children in collaborative learning.

 

Essential information

Who can join:

All children between the ages of 0 and 6 and their parents/childcare providers.

Note: As this is a virtual program, you do not need to live in West Neighbourhood House’s local area. All children in Ontario are welcome!

Where:

Online via Zoom using the following link: zoom.us/j/99625031126

When:

Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Cost:

Free

To register and receive Zoom password:

Please email Sonia at soniaso@westnh.org

One-on-one support:

One-on-one support with parents and children is available every Monday and Wednesday by appointment. Please contact Sonia at 416-891-9629 or soniaso@westnh.org to schedule your personal time.

 

preschool graduation taking place on Zoom with grandparents, kids and childcare workers celebrating

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I get more involved in preschool programming?
We have a NEW Preschool Program Facebook page where we share a variety of activities to keep children and their families entertained and busy through resources, chats, and live events such as cooking playdough, arts and crafts, and Story Time.

For parents, we also offer a Parents Virtual Support Group on Wednesday evenings and a parent-to-parent peer support group that meets on Wednesday afternoons.
 
Does my child have to stay for the full hour?
Absolutely not. Children’s attention span varies for each individual. If you find your child no longer wants to be part of circle time than you can just say good bye and enjoy the rest of your day. 
 
Do we have to come to every session to join in?
The great thing about our program is that it is a drop-in basis. Families are welcomed to join whenever they feel like it. You do not have to attend every session to still be part of our program. 
 
Do I have to sit with my child during the session?
You know your child best. If your child is able to be self sufficient, than you can be available to them if they need you but you do not have to sit next to them during circle time. 

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