It's been a long 4 months and many people are feeling exhausted with the social distancing, but we've done a great job and our COVID case numbers have shown it! BC has things under control and we are now entering Phase 3! Because of our diligence in social distancing, washing hands, and wearing masks, we…
Summer has almost officially started in BC and working from home has become the new norm. Balancing work with kids can be tricky, but you can always fit parenting and online work from your home together. With only a handful of in-person summer camps available, how do you manage your day to actually be able…
Join a free, introductory Digital Parenting webinar Thursday, June 25, at 1:30pm ET! It will focus on parents of children between 5 and 11 years old and will discuss questions such as how closely should we watch our kids when they are online, how can we help them stay safe when using the internet, and…
It's Father's Day this Sunday and if you have a meat-lover in the family or are just looking for something different to do, why not plan a special outing to the Pacific National Exhibition's second concessionaire support series. This time the Pacific National Exhibition is upping its game with a salute to dad at the…
As we have been spending more time cooped up inside lately, many of us are finding ourselves in front of screens to pass the time. Whether it’s the computer, smart-phone or television, this increase in screen time means an increase in our exposure to advertisements.
If you are a new mom or have a new baby, how can you ensure you and your baby are more prepared for time in the water? Karina Renaud has the answer. As the instructor and owner of The Swim for Life program, Karina created an online course to help save lives by teaching young…
Being stuck at home for the last couple of months has really made me appreciate how lucky my family and I actually are. We have the food we need, shelter, warm clothes, and everyone is healthy. Since I'm not as wrapped up in the day-to-day busyness and drama, I've had more time to watch the…
COVID made birthday parties a little more tricky, here are some of the options that were available.
The Socratic method is a form of cooperative argumentative dialogue between individuals, based on asking and answering questions to stimulate critical thinking and to draw out ideas and underlying presuppositions. It is employed to bring out definitions implicit in the interlocutors' beliefs or to help them further their understanding. Laura Sandefer, co-founder of Acton Academy, has…
Please enjoy our sponsored post from APTN. Season 2 on APTN Celebrates Indigenous Science for Indigenous Children and their Friends premieres on May 10 A helpful resource for parents and educators that’s fun for kids who are staying at home After a successful first season on APTN, Coyote's Crazy Smart Science Show (Coyote Science) returns…
We know we all need to stay at home, but with kids hanging around asking for things to do, how do you fill the day? Who would have thought that the idea of activities "At Home" would become such a valuable resource? There are a few organizations that have developed some "At Home" resources. Check…
On the theme of #Physical-distancing and not #Social-distancing, we are listing a few IG Lives that are happening. These are great ways for your children to connect and enjoy a fun activity. Many BC companies and organizations are doing a great job of providing some entertainment for all. Here are some new entries. The Royal…
I feel like I've been on my phone a lot lately. I've been connected with a group of girlfriends and it's great to have that constant contact to help navigate through the madness. It's obvious the kids would like the same. What is the best way to arrange digital play-dates for them and allow them…
With schools closing to help stop the spread of coronavirus, millions of kids will be at home and you may even be their new substitute teacher. If you’re new to homeschooling, you’re probably wondering how you can help your children learn and keep them occupied while you work from home too. It’s especially important to…
I'm sure everyone is feeling a level of stress with all the news about COV19. It's hard not to be stuck on your phone or device to follow the updates. And like me, I'm sure you are wondering what to do with your young ones. Luckily, there haven't been any child fatalities due to the…
The New Year is in full swing. It's hard to believe it's already March and you're probably thinking about Spring and Summer Camps! They're coming up faster than you realize. This year's Family Resource Guide, we have highlighted the winners of the Family Favourites competition. These are the businesses our readers chose as their top…
The thought of post-secondary education can be terrifying for parents. The idea of their children leaving the nest and becoming adults, coupled with the fear of the, potentially, enormous education bill makes any parent concerned. As we all know, the cost of post-secondary education increases annually. If your child is currently five, the cost of…
Family Day is Monday! What have you got planned? I'm guessing the rain may keep you indoors, but here are some great options to fill your day. Sing, Dance, Tell Me A Story! (Family Fun Day) (Feb. 17, noon-3pm) at the Cultch is a full Family Day afternoon of fun times (along with some engaged learning).…
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How is your Family Favourite doing? Are they in the lead? If not, there is still time to vote for them! Voting goes until February 8th at 11 pm and you can vote every day! Don't forget every vote also enters you to win one of our 4 fabulous prizes! Here are the standings as…
I love that my children are so creative and enjoy drawing and painting and crafting. What I don't love so much is the clutter that comes from those amazing pieces after the children have lost interest! We aren't one of those households that has a wall dedicated to our children's art. We have a few…
New research shows that 83% of youth (defined as those between the ages of 15 and 19) have tried flavoured vaping products while one in four kids, as young as 12 years old, have tried vaping. In just one year, the number of Canadian teens who have used a vape has increased by 74%. While…
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Greta Thunberg is all over the news lately, from being named Time's 2019 Person of the Year to her low-carbon-footprint sail across the Atlantic to speak at the UN COP25 climate change conference. As grown-ups, teens, and kids all buzz about Greta's inspiring story, we wanted to share a book perfect for children about Greta…
