At Thanksgiving, even more than ever, it seems like a very obvious time to talk to our children about what they are THANKFUL for. Here are some great ideas for family traditions old and new, that might inspired those who are looking for ways to give back, be grateful and feel blessed. 1. Tree of…
6 Family Traditions for Thanksgiving
20 Ways to Reclaim Your Summer
Yay! Summer is officially here and the sun has finally committed to being in our lives for the next few months. I have to say, I adore our Canadian summer. When the sun is shining, I feel alive and energized and ready to have fun. Yes, as a mom of three, summer fun often involves…
No Fail Simple Slime
When the slime craze started over a year ago in our home, I initially thought it would be a phase that would pass in a couple of weeks so I let my children make slime out of any liquid substance imaginable! Seems time passed and this ‘trend’ stuck around and is still an ongoing part…
How to Make the Most of the End of Summer
August hits and automatically most of us are thinking about back to school already. It’s hard to escape the influx of back to school supplies in stores and cute commercials for back to school clothes on TV. This year, take time to enjoy these last several weeks of summer vacation with your kids and make…
20 Tech-Free Summer Activities (For Kids Ages 5 -10)
I do love the idea of free range parenting whereby the main theme is: find your own fun! And a lot of the time, my two younger kids (ages 7 and 9), manage to create their own entertainment. They are great little buddies who play and play until … they need a break from one…
Parent and Tot Activities to Try Out this Spring
It’s been a long, long winter in Canada this year. Finally, the sun is beginning to peak out and we’re getting longer stretches without the dreaded white stuff coating our walks and driveways. It’s time to break out your spring attire, and rejoin nature. If you’ve had a baby in the past year, it can…
A Parent’s Guide to Surviving Spring Break
Parents usually have a slight dread for Spring Break. Working parents need to find childcare for the duration of the week. Stay-at-home parents have to manage double or triple the kids they do on a normal week. This can be especially taxing when you have small babies at home you are looking after as well….
The Happy Fun Times Jar
If you’re anything like me, there’s a phone near you right now (or perhaps you’re even reading this on your phone) and you’d be hard pressed to go anywhere without it. The problem is the paradox of that phone’s importance in your life. On the one hand, it’s a constant distraction, sending you push notifications for…
How to Enjoy What’s Left of Summer with Your Kids
Brooke Tucker-Reid, momstown writer How is it August already? It’s like I blinked and July was gone. Before the rest of the summer slips through your fingers and you succumb to the craze of back to school shopping, here are a few fun activities to try with your kiddos. From farm to hungry little bellies…
Summer Camps: Alberta
Check out these fun camps in Alberta and choose the adventure that is right for your child. Pioneer Camp: Founded in 1951, Alberta Pioneer Camp has been operating ever since as a life-changing summer camp for children and youth. We are committed to seeing young people transformed by the love of God actively at work in…
B.C. Summer Camps
Discover summer camps in B.C tailored to engage children on all levels. Camps from sports, learning, adventure, to technology camps. Arts Umbrella: Surrey/Granville – Arts Umbrella Summer Camps are where creativity spends its vacations. In our inspiring studios, kids, and teens delve into the freedom of self-expression. They challenge curiosity and explore artistic boundaries. Arts Umbrella’s hands-on Theatre,…
Ontario Summer Camps
Looking to keep your children busy this summer? Check out what Ontario summer camps have to offer and sign up to start your child’s summer adventure. Future Girls Soccer: OAKVILLE – This is a week of soccer for the beginner to the elite. and is for girls who want to learn and improve their soccer skills,…
St. Patrick’s Day Shenanigans and Fun for Kids
From starting the day with green pancakes, to treasure hunts, parades, rainbow experiments and shamrock crafts, there are many fun ways to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with your kids.
Kid’s Crafts and Activites to Celebrate Chinese New Year
Chinese New Year is an important tradition for every family to thoroughly cleanse the house, in order to sweep away any ill-fortune and to make way for good incoming luck. Here are some great ways to celebrate with the kids
Guaranteed Melt-Proof Cotton-Ball Snowman
Forget Frosty, we’re calling our new snowman Fluffy! Whether you’re still waiting for snow or just reluctant to bundle up, this is the snowman for you: puffy, white, and absolutely unmeltable
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