YNC Blog
Why Send Your Kids to Camp!
Sending your child to a summer day camp can have a positive impact on their social, emotional, and physical development. It's a great way for kids to have fun, make new friends, and learn valuable life skills in a supportive and enriching environment.
The Benefits of Nature-Based Learning for Kids
Nature-based learning, which involves incorporating outdoor experiences into education, has been shown to have a wide range of benefits for kids of all ages. From physical health to emotional intelligence, the advantages of spending time in nature are endless.
Rainbow Fun Craft
Pom pom sorting with tweezers is a colourful and engaging activity that offers a wide range of benefits for kids. Not only is it a fun way to work on fine motor skills, but it also encourages creativity, colour recognition, and cognitive development.
7 Benefits of Yoga for Kids
Yoga is not just for adults! In fact, it can give children very important life skills that can help them succeed in the world.
Cloud Dough Recipe
If you haven’t made cloud dough before, let this be the nudge you need to do it.
Your child is going to LOVE the consistency and you’re going to love that you only need flour and vegetable oil to make it!
Cooked Play Dough Recipe
The best play dough recipe - in my opinion- is cooked! Have you made a cooked play dough recipe before?
I love adding the extra sensory experience by using lavender essential oil after it’s cooked and being kneaded.
Create your own snow! ❄️
Let it snow with this simple Winter activity that younger children especially will love! With just two ingredients and a splash of water, you can create a tactile landscape of fake snow – ready to be molded into miniature snowmen and decorated with pine cones from a winter walk.
Embrace the Winter Wonderland: Painting in Snow with Kids for Sensory Benefits
Painting in the snow with kids is not only a fun and creative activity but also provides numerous sensory benefits. From tactile stimulation to color exploration and outdoor exploration, this activity offers a holistic experience that engages multiple senses and enhances children's development. So, bundle up, grab some paint, and let your imagination run wild in the winter wonderland. Your kids will thank you for the memories and the sensory adventure!
Fall Fun for Kids: Sensory-Friendly Activities for Parents
As the leaves change colours and the crisp autumn air sets in, it's the perfect time to engage your kids in sensory-friendly fall activities. For parents of children with sensory sensitivities, finding fun and accessible activities can be a challenge. But fear not, we've got you covered! In this blog post, we'll explore a variety of easy and enjoyable sensory-friendly fall activities that will help your child embrace the beauty of the season. Let's dive in!
Always making time for fun at YNC!
Looking for a fun and enriching summer experience for your child? Look no further than Your Neighbourhood Camp in Oakridge!
Located in the beautiful and serene community of Oakridge in London, Ontario, Your Neighbourhood Camp offers a safe and engaging environment for children aged 6-12. Our camp is designed to provide children with a positive, supportive atmosphere in which they can explore their interests, make new friends, and develop valuable skills.
Benefits of Outdoor Play for Kids
As children spend more and more time indoors, parents and caregivers are beginning to recognize the value and importance of outdoor play. There is ample evidence to support the benefits of outdoor play for kids, from physical health to mental well-being and a better overall quality of life.
Read some of the key benefits that come with encouraging your child to play outside.
Learn while having fun
It is no secret that children love to play, and when they do, they learn a lot.
Learning does not have to be a dull, tiresome task. Children can learn while they play, which makes education much more engaging, enjoyable, and rewarding.

