How Does Learning Happen through Food?

THRC is pleased to have back Janet Nezon the founder of Rainbow Plate. Janet has a BSc in Nutritional Science, a Master’s degree in Health Promotion and a long career as an educator.

Food is a rich medium that can spark inquiry and learning across all areas of the curriculum. Join us for an engaging and interactive workshop that will explore how to use food to bring the core concepts and principles of “How Does Learning Happen?” into their practice in any early years program.

Participants will:

• Discover the many dimensions of food beyond providing nutrition.
• Learn strategies and ideas for using food to foster Belonging, Well-being, Engagement
and Expression for children and families.
• Build practical strategies, tips, and simple techniques for creating meaningful, inclusive, and engaging food experiences.

An opportunity to explore with different food will be provided.

Intended Audience: Licensed Child Care Educators, School-Age Educators, EarlyON Educators, Licensed Home Child Care Providers/Home Visitor,  Supervisors, Managers, Owners, Operators, Support Staff, School Board Educators

If this session is full, e-mail administrativeassistant@thrc.ca to be put on the waitlist.

6355 Main Street W, Milton

Meeting Room #1