You've taken a 1000 photos, uploaded them to the latest early years app and now you need to update the 30 children's portfolios, make a documentation panel...oh and get a learning story done. You know the importance of documentation but there is just such limited time to get it done while rubbing backs and the 20 min of "free time" during nap time.
These documentation templates are for you if you're looking to uniquely reflect the children’s discoveries, questions, theories you document each and every day in ways that are easy to consume, advocate for play and further your own growth as an educator.
Canva is a robust powerful tool that can be used for FREE to help with making the learning visible through newsletters, portfolios, social media posts, blogs, documentation panels that are modern, easy to consume and professionally designed.
Other platforms provide limited customization options which means your newsletter looks just like everyone else's.
It's DRAG AND DROP editor makes it easy to use even for the not so tech savy ones.
We don't want any cookie cutter looking documentation, that is the opposite of its purpose. Templates give you a starting point (no staring at a blank canvas for hours).
Completely customize all elements of the templates to make it uniquely your own and highlight the children's learning.
New to Canva, no worries! For newbies and even seasoned Canva users (like myself) there is always a learning curve. You'll find common tutorial videos to help you get the most out of your templates!
Work smarter not harder! You can use the same template for an email newsletter, a documentation panel and a child portfolio. They are mix and match style to uniquely make the learning visible.
All of the templates can be used with a Free/Paid Canva account and all elements used in the templates are part of the free accounts. Once you have these templates in your Canva account they are yours! Use them over and over again.
Click, drag and drop! It's that simple. This is a user friendly program that will allow you to use your precious time effectively, on the go or if you hit the off the floor jack pot to sped more time on the research and reflection aspects.
Design is just as important as the phots and words you use. These templates are designed to create beautiful, professional and easy to consume artifacts that all protagonists will want to engage with.
These templates are fully customizable (no cookie cutter here) and can uniquely reflect the children’s discoveries, questions, theories you document each and every day.
“I sent a copy of my documentation to the child’s parent. They said I did an amazing job and that it looked like a professional magazine article featuring their child. Pretty great feedback! They were great! Easy to use too! I really appreciate you creating all of the templates to use. Made the rest so much easier. Thanks again for all that you do for us educators. I know, I personally am very grateful.”
Ronnie's transformative and practical guidance throughout the programme helped me to connect with my own style, values and strengths and use them to create a wonderful learning space for the children, parents and educators. I am so much more confident and it shows. We recently had an inspection and were commended on our interactions with the children, environment and child-led approach.
Veronica's insight and innovative ideas regarding supports for children with sensory needs gave me so much new perspective and inspiration to bring back to my own classroom and teaching practice. Veronica’s passion for early learning radiates and I find I’m often referencing resources and ideas she’s shared with me each day in my own work.
curate a unique time capsule for the child and family
use the art of storytelling & pictures to engage parents
convey a child's playful experience & connect the learning
showcase your child-led setting with images and observations to advocate for play & connect with families
easily create documentation for all protagonists whether it be on parent boards, family events or educator research projects
Customize each template!
Customize each template!
Customize each template!
Customize each template!
Customize each template!
HOW LONG DO I HAVE ACCESS?
WILL I GET A CERTIFICATE?
WHAT HAPPENS AFTER I PURCHASE?
WHAT IF I'M FROM ANOTHER COUNTRY?
I'M NOT TECH SAVVY, IS THIS DIFFICULT?
CAN I USE A FREE CANVA ACCOUNT?
CAN I USE THE CANVA MOBILE APP?
WHAT IS THE REFUND POLICY?
HOW LONG DO I HAVE ACCESS?
Once you have the templates in your Canva account, they are yours for personal use!
Use them as many times as you like to create all the different kinds of documentation you need to on a daily and weekly basis.
WILL I GET A CERTIFICATE?
These templates although a very powerful tool for learning, are not eligible for Professional Development Hours.
No certificates will be issued for time using the templates. But I know that you'll learn so much from reflecting on your observations, photos while using them!
WHAT HAPPENS AFTER I PURCHASE?
After you purchase the templates, you'll receive 3 emails:
1. Your registration confirmation & receipt
2. Member account setup email
3. Welcome & on-boarding email (within 24 hours)
It's quite simple to finish setting up your account, {instructional video in confirmation & on-boarding emails} and you'll have instant access to the workshop and resource guide.
WHAT IF I'M FROM ANOTHER COUNTRY?
Canva is accessible on any device, simply create your own free account. Your fellow educators from all over the world have used these templates.
The currency is in Canadian Dollars but your method of payment will do the conversion based on the daily exchange rate.
I'M NOT TECH SAVVY, IS THIS DIFFICULT?
The only thing you need to figure out is a password that you can remember! After you complete your purchase of the templates, you'll find detailed instructional and tutorial videos to help you bring the templates into your Canva account and how to customize them.
I have walked educators through the steps over zoom too. You got this!
CAN I USE A FREE CANVA ACCOUNT?
YES! It's quick and simple to create your FREE Canva account. I provide the step-by-step instructions to bring the templates into your account and all the tutorials you'll need to fully customize them.
If you have a paid Canva account, that is great too! Either kind will work.
CAN I USE THE CANVA MOBILE APP?
YES! Canva has updated their mobile app and it is much more accessible now. Using a desktop or iPad is typically easier to navigate BUT I've provided a BONUS training showing you how to use the mobile version with the templates!
WHAT IS THE REFUND POLICY?
Your satisfaction of these templates is my priority.
Due to the nature of these digital online products there are no refunds, any additional support that you need is welcome.
{I have been known to jump on a zoom call to chat with my fellow educators.}
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“I sent a copy of my documentation to the child’s parent. They said I did an amazing job and that it looked like a professional magazine article featuring their child. Pretty great feedback! They were great! Easy to use too! I really appreciate you creating all of the templates to use. Made the rest so much easier. Thanks again for all that you do for us educators. I know, I personally am very grateful.”