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Phone : 236 522 3000
Opening Time : Mon to Fri, 6:30am to 5:30pm
Learning Through Play

Engaging Activities for Holistic Development

At Sunny Valley Early Learning Centre in Chilliwack, we believe that children learn best through engaging, hands-on experiences. Our diverse range of activities is carefully designed to support all areas of development while fostering a love for learning.

Children enjoying play based learning activities at our Chilliwack preschool
Hands on learning activities for preschoolers in Chilliwack

Hands-On Activities

Our hands-on activities encourage children to explore, create, and discover through direct experience with materials. These activities promote problem-solving skills, creativity, and cognitive development.

  • Science experiments and discovery tables
  • Building and construction with various materials
  • Art and craft projects with diverse mediums
  • Cooking and food preparation activities
  • Nature exploration and gardening
Fine motor skills activity with building blocks at Sunny Valley daycare

Fine Motor Skills Development

We focus on strengthening small muscles in hands and fingers through activities that prepare children for writing, buttoning, and other essential life skills.

  • Bead threading and lacing activities
  • Puzzle solving and shape sorting
  • Playdough and clay manipulation
  • Scissor skills practice with various materials
  • Tweezer and tong activities for precision
Gross motor play and movement for toddlers and preschoolers

Gross Motor Skills Development

Our physical activities help children develop coordination, balance, and overall body strength while having fun and burning energy.

  • Obstacle courses and movement games
  • Balance beams and stepping stones
  • Ball skills: throwing, catching, and kicking
  • Dance and movement to music
  • Yoga and stretching exercises
Sensory bin exploration at Sunny Valley Early Learning Centre

Sensory Bins & Exploration

Sensory play is essential for brain development, helping children understand their world through tactile experiences.

  • Themed sensory bins (seasonal, nature, colors)
  • Water and sand play with various tools
  • Texture exploration with safe materials
  • Scent and sound identification games
  • Messy play with child-safe substances
Outdoor playground time at our Chilliwack daycare

Outside Activities

We believe in the importance of fresh air and nature connection for healthy child development.

  • Nature walks and scavenger hunts
  • Gardening and plant care responsibilities
  • Outdoor art with natural materials
  • Playground equipment for physical development
  • Seasonal outdoor games and activities
Circle time with songs and stories at Sunny Valley preschool

Circle Time

Our daily circle time builds community, develops listening skills, and introduces new concepts in an engaging group setting.

  • Storytelling and shared reading
  • Calendar and weather discussions
  • Music, songs, and fingerplays
  • Show and tell for confidence building
  • Group games and cooperative activities
Early academic learning with letters and numbers in Chilliwack

Academic Development

We introduce early academic concepts through play-based learning that feels like fun, not work.

  • Letter and sound recognition through games
  • Number concepts and counting activities
  • Shape and color identification
  • Pattern recognition and sequencing
  • Pre-writing skills through various mediums
Why Our Activities Matter

Building Foundations for Future Success

Our carefully designed activities support all areas of child development: cognitive, physical, social, and emotional. Through play-based learning, we help children develop the skills they need for kindergarten and beyond, while fostering a lifelong love of learning.

Illustration of children reading and learning together