8 Family Activities – Strengthening Family Connections
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Here are a few suggestions on how to create memorable family time and take advantage of the amazing local options we have available. Â
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Exciting Summer Camps at Gateway!
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Whether your child is outgoing or shy, Gateway Theatre’s Summer Camps are the perfect place for your child to learn how to express themselves, gain confidence, and have fun! This July, Gateway is offering week-long Acting and Musical Theatre summer camps for kids ages 6-13.
Creating a Family Bond: Tips and Strategies for Parents-to-be
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It is this very bond that makes parents respond to their newborn’s cries in the middle of the night, and instinctively care for them in ways that may typically defy our nature, and allows us to get through the physical tolls like childbirth and sleep deprivation.
Time to Get Fishing!
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Fishing is a fantastic way to get out into nature and enjoy some fresh air and exercise. It's a low-impact activity that is suitable for all ages and abilities, making it a great choice for families looking for a fun and accessible way to stay active and outside. Fishing allows children to disconnect from technology…
6 Unique Spring Break Camps In Vancouver
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Spring Break is literally just around the corner. In most districts in BC it will be from March 13-26. These two weeks can sometimes be challenging to fill with fun. They can also be a great opportunity. What have you go planned for your kiddos? Are they aspiring artists, evolving entertainers, or conscious coders? Check…
8 Valentine’s Gifts That Won’t Give Your Child a Sugar
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As a child, I remember the gift box of little colored hearts my father would bring home as a surprise. We did not have much money, so this little box of sweet treats was a big deal for my sister and me. Or if we were lucky, the solid chocolate heart that showed through the…
Don’t Wait! Winter Camps and Winter Classes are available!
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Winter Holidays are in less than 2 weeks! Luckily there are some Winter Camps that are a great opportunity for kids to learn a new skill and have some fun. Here are a couple opportunities for kids to get excited about. There are also some great Winter activities that start in January.
Gift the Unexpected: 3 Unique ‘Gifts for Good’ Ideas that
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Children everywhere love traditions (parents, too), and traditions make memories. Celebrating Giving Tuesday (November 29) is a tradition in our family, too. It marks the largest global movement of generosity and signals the start of the holiday season. This year, while writing up your family’s wish list, consider including some unique ‘gifts for good’ that…
The Overlooked Benefits of Video Games in Childhood Development
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Playing video games is a mentally engaging task. Depending on the game, it requires fast decision making, real-time problem solving, coordination of fine motor skills and more.
Maker-Minded: Raising DIY Kids
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The Maker Movement is a quickly growing culture that embraces the idea that learning is done best through doing. It includes do-it-yourself individuals and groups that create things, and its members are producers more than consumers, says Irm Diorio, executive director of a maker space. While some makers work in maker spaces, others tinker in…
A Great Music Soundtrack to Childhood
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We had the pleasure of interviewing Daniel Ingram, an award-winning, five-time Emmy nominated songwriter and composer whose distinctive musical style has earned him recognition as one of the top song-writers working in Children’s and Family entertainment. He lives in Vancouver with his wife and son. Why is kids' music controversial? Kids' music, for many, is…
12 Amazing Benefits of Music Lessons
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Does your child love to sing? Love plunking on the piano or pounding on the drum? Do you think you might have a future musician in your home? Let’s look at some short and long term benefits of music lessons.
5 Exciting Fall Activities You Must Know About
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There are seemingly endless options for after-school activities that your children can get involved in, from soccer to swimming, piano lessons to STEM. But what do your children really get out of these activities? Here are some reasons why your kids should participate in extracurricular activities, beyond the standard 'it’s something to do.’
Vancouver Cherry Blossom Festival Announces 2022 Launch and Events
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Vancouver Cherry Blossom Festival Kicks Off April 2 with the Big Picnic at David Lam Park The large outdoor events mark the return of the Festival celebrating Vancouver’s 43,000 cherry trees. After two years of COVID-imposed restrictions, the Vancouver Cherry Blossom Festival (VCBF) is back with a wide array of programming, a new more accessible…
Spring Break Activities
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most, actually every, day, where will you go to fill the remaining days of Spring Break? We've put together a couple of activities that are fun and educational rain or shine!
394 Exciting Questions to Ask Kids (Fun, Silly, Get to
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Conversing with your children can be hard at times. This is especially true for young children who may have only recently learned how to speak in full sentences. Thinking about meaningful questions to ask kids, is important for their development.
Astronomy: Tips for Exploring the Wonders of Outer Space from
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Outer space has always sparked a sense of wonder and fascination in the human mind. If you and your child are interested in learning more about astronomy, it’s a great time to do some exploring together from home. Whether you go outside and look up at the stars to identify constellations or explore the planets…
Build Extraordinary Confidence at Tri-Cities Gracie Jiu-Jitsu
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As parents, we all want what’s best for our children. We want them to be thoughtful, kind, confident, compassionate people, and we do all we can to teach them these skills. What if there was another way to help your child build character, learn new skills, and increase their strength and confidence? Tri-Cities Gracie Jiu-Jitsu…
Exciting Winter Camps and Classes
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Have you started thinking about what activities they will join in the new year? Camps and extracurricular activities are a fantastic opportunity for children to learn things they wouldn't learn in a school environment.
Back to School – 9 Fantastic Fall Extracurricular Activities
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Research by the BC Centre for Disease Control (BCCDC) last year noted a significant impact on students from remote learning, including interrupted learning, increased child stress, decreased connection, increased loneliness, and mental and emotional health effects. Children need to be learning in person and participating in extracurricular activities is another important necessity.
Decluttering Your Home, Turn Over a New Leaf with a
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A busy life and a bustling household can make it tough to keep clutter under control. While some disorganization in your home is simply a sign of living a normal life, being surrounded by clutter can cause feelings of anxiety and inhibit productivity and creativity. If you want to transform your home — and your…
4 Benefits of Dramatic Play
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I am sure we have all heard of learning through play, or that play is the work of children. But what does that really mean? What exactly are they learning? Isn’t play supposed to be child directed? If so, how can we support that learning? When you start to think about what learning through play…
15 New Ways To Entertain Your Kids This Summer
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Whether your kids were in-person, virtual or homeschool learning this year, once summer begins, their regular schedule typically goes out the window! Entertaining kids becomes part of your full time job and, let’s face it – it’s tough.
5 fun ways to incorporate yoga and mindfulness into playtime
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We have all heard about being mindful but if we are honest with ourselves we do not practice it enough. Mindfulness is very simple, we set aside time to sit and do nothing for several minutes. That's it! It's so simple, so why do we not do it? We know it's good for us, we…
