October Webinar:
Growing Healthy Children & Cultivating Nutrition Through Childhood Gardening
Don’t miss the next FREE childcare industry webinar from Parenta and join us on:
Wednesday 11th October at 10:00am
Get ready to dig deep with two distinguished early years experts, as they sow the seeds for a journey towards nutritional triumph!
Nutrition is the cornerstone of early childhood development, weaving its magic into every thread of a child's growth, from their physical well-being to the intricate tapestry of cognitive and emotional development.
We're thrilled to introduce you to Louise Mercieca, an award-winning Nutritional Therapist, accomplished author, and captivating podcaster. Alongside Louise, we have the UK's leading children's gardening educator, the remarkable, award-winning, Skinny Jeans Gardener, Lee Connelly. Together, they're set to deliver a webinar that's an absolute must-attend, promising insights that will leave a lasting imprint on your understanding of early years nutrition.
Louise Mercieca
Louise will be discussing:
- Defining Nutrition: According to the Oxford Dictionary, nutrition is the process of providing or obtaining the food necessary for health and growth, underscoring its significance during the early years.
- Rapid Growth and Development: Early childhood marks a period of unparalleled growth and development, especially in critical areas like brain and skeletal development, making proper nutrition indispensable.
- Rapid Growth and Development: especially in critical areas like brain and skeletal development, making proper nutrition indispensable.
- Foundation for Lifelong Health: Nutrition in the early years sets the cornerstone for a child's future health and well-being, serving as the bedrock for both physical and cognitive development.
- Emotional and Behavioural Aspects: Beyond physical growth, early years nutrition significantly impacts a child's emotional well-being and behavioural patterns. Recognising and addressing the connection between food and emotions is vital to fostering healthy development in children.
Louise Mercieca
Louise will be discussing:
- Defining Nutrition: According to the Oxford Dictionary, nutrition is the process of providing or obtaining the food necessary for health and growth, underscoring its significance during the early years.
- Rapid Growth and Development: Early childhood marks a period of unparalleled growth and development, especially in critical areas like brain and skeletal development, making proper nutrition indispensable.
- Rapid Growth and Development: especially in critical areas like brain and skeletal development, making proper nutrition indispensable.
- Foundation for Lifelong Health: Nutrition in the early years sets the cornerstone for a child's future health and well-being, serving as the bedrock for both physical and cognitive development.
- Emotional and Behavioural Aspects: Beyond physical growth, early years nutrition significantly impacts a child's emotional well-being and behavioural patterns. Recognising and addressing the connection between food and emotions is vital to fostering healthy development in children.
Lee Connelly
Lee will be discussing:
- How outdoor experiences are vital for holistic development in early childhood education.
- Ways in which outdoor play improves physical fitness, and coordination, and encourages an active lifestyle.
- How nature stimulates cognitive development, critical thinking, and creativity.
- Outdoor activities which promote social skills, including cooperation and empathy.
- Ideas on growing vegetables, empowering children to make healthier food choices and appreciate food origins.
Lee Connelly
Lee will be discussing:
- How outdoor experiences are vital for holistic development in early childhood education.
- Ways in which outdoor play improves physical fitness, and coordination, and encourages an active lifestyle.
- How nature stimulates cognitive development, critical thinking, and creativity.
- Outdoor activities which promote social skills, including cooperation and empathy.
- Ideas on growing vegetables, empowering children to make healthier food choices and appreciate food origins.
Put the date in your diary for an unmissable and informative live webinar and Q&A session. See you there!
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