Students in B.C. gear up to enhance their cycling skills.
Safer cycling for Elementary school students throughout British Columbia after taking part in the fifth year of the Everyone Rides Grade 4-5 program. This program encourages kids throughout the province to try active transportation options in safe and organized environments. Move. Commute. Connect. is B.C.’s strategy for cleaner, more active transportation, part of the Province’s…
6 Family Fun Activity Picks In Vancouver And Surrounding Communities
5 min readSpring Break is here once again, and the sun is shining just in time to get started! There are so…
What Are The Benefits Of A Montessori Education?
10 min read"An education capable of saving humanity is no small undertaking; it involves the spiritual development of man, the enhancement of…
YOUNG MUSICIAN AND PHILANTHROPIST STEALS OUR HEARTS ON INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S
6 min readToday we are so excited to bring to you a very special interview with Rachel Wei who is our perfect…
Latest Issues
February 1, 2024
Yay Summer 2023 is almost here!!!
Summer holidays can be fun and exciting - or long and boring. Luckily this summer there are amazing events to go to. There are also a lot of exciting camps that your kids could attend. They can sing and dance, learn STEM with LEGO, be around horses, and do many other great activities. Read our…
Read NowWinter is coming
It’s crazy to think that school has been back for 2 months already and now the Holidays are fast approaching. We know there is so much to do and think about, as always. In this issue, we’ve put together a few resources to try and make things a little easier. Check out the Independent School…
We’re going Back-to-School!
It’s hard to believe Summer is almost over. The time flies by so fast with summer camps, summer activities, camping trips and much more to fill the day. It’s now time to start thinking about school again. It’s time to go through the wardrobe and see what kids haven’t outgrown, go through the school supplies…
Summer 2019
The school year is wrapping up and summer is almost upon us. What to do? Where to go? How to spend 8 weeks of “free” time? In this issue, we’ve included our annual Summer Camp Guide to give you some tips on how to fill the days. You can also find tips on things to do…
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Parenting
Want a Happy Child? Here are 10 Scientifically Proven Ways
10 min readWe've all seen the happy child who leans into life, smiling all the way, seemingly without a care in the world. How does this happen? Are they born this way, or can we teach kids ways to optimize their emotional well being?
Overcoming the Challenges of Co-Parenting After Divorce
4 min readDivorce is never an easy process, and it can be especially challenging for couples who need to navigate the complexities of co-parenting after their separation. From scheduling conflicts to disagreements over parenting styles, shared parenting can present numerous issues which must be worked through and resolved for the benefit of the children involved.If you would…
5 Insightful Ways Parents Can Reduce Stress Through Movement
4 min readBeing a parent is an incredible experience, but it can also come with its share of stress and anxiety. Regular physical activity is crucial for parents to maintain their overall health and wellbeing, reduce stress and anxiety, and set a good example for the next generation. Finding time for physical activity can be a challenge…
An Innovative Work/ Life/ Childcare Solution for Working Families
5 min readFinding, securing and keeping childcare is a challenge all working parents understand. Many of us have tapped away at our laptops distracted by snack-hungry kids or multi-tasked deadlines with a baby on our lap. With the rise of parents working from home during the pandemic, the challenge got easier in some ways, but harder in…
2 Great tools for Autism Awareness Month
5 min readApril is Autism Awareness Month, and actor and advocate Holly Robinson Peete is helping to highlight this special month with the SAG-AFTRA Foundation’s global children’s literacy program Storyline Online®. Known for her roles in television classics including 21 Jump Street, Hangin’ with Mr. Cooper and For Your Love, Robinson Peete is also a bestselling author and proud spokesperson for autism…
4 Common Myths about Honesty That Encourage Lying
7 min readHonesty is important in life, and it definitely matters to parents—surveys show that parents value honesty above all other character traits. But did you know that some common ways we teach children about lying actually encourage them to lie more? Let’s look at how our good intentions are getting in the way of raising truthful…
Education
Academic Anxiety In Our Children Can Be Managed When We
7 min readUnderstanding The Feelings Of Our Children Is Key To Guiding Them Towards Success When They Are Experiencing Academic Anxiety. Written by Marcus Lau, Cowritten by Rhiannon Lewis As parents and educators, we hold key roles in the beautiful journey of our children’s growth, from their early years to adolescence. This time in their lives is…
Introducing Vancouver’s First & Only Dedicated STEM High School
5 min readIn order to tackle the large issues we are facing in today's (and tomorrow's) world, STEM skills are needed more than ever, and benefit everyone. Thriving in work and in life requires computer and data literacy skills. It's a given that future researchers and scientists will rely on these skills. Imagine a world though where…
What are the different types of Independent and Private Schools
7 min readWith all that’s going on in our ever-changing world, so many families seem to require extra support these days in their children's education. Luckily our province is rich with options for both private and independent schools that look and function in many different ways. Students who attend these enriched schools can be more academically challenged,…
United World College (UWC) is a Global Education Movement offering
3 min readUWC (United World Colleges) includes a network of international schools, colleges and national committees working to make education a force to unite people, nations and cultures for peace and a sustainable future.
Find what you are looking for at Mulgrave School!
3 min readMulgrave School’s mission of Inspiring Excellence - the pursuit of personal best - in Education and Life is one that rings true in its holistic approach to education for every student from their wee preschoolers to the Grade 12s who are ready to spread their wings. With the IB programme at its core, Mulgrave offers…
How to Help Your Child Become a Reader Using Their
6 min readUsing a child’s passions brings out their innate genius. Assigned school subjects are not usually what children are interested in, but parents and tutors can help a child to use their hidden passions when an assignment is given and I know how to help your child read.
Health
It’s World Continence Week – Talking Taboos about Pelvic Floor
6 min readIncontinence, or peeing yourself involuntarily is a fairly taboo topic. It’s not easy, as an adult, to admit you pee your pants or that you rely on pads to get through an outing. There’s a lot of embarrassment, fear, shame and trauma that relates to the pelvic floor, even when it’s functioning well. And when…
Getting kids excited about a Plant-Based Diet!
5 min readWe have asked Carleigh Bodrug from PlantYou some questions about getting younger kids excited about plant-based foods.
Important! Top 10 hiding places for ticks and where to
4 min readSummertime is the perfect time to be outside, and bush-whacking is a great childhood activity. Kids love getting out there and exploring the woods, building forts, picking up sticks...but there is one danger out there to be aware of. Ticks! They're small but carry many diseases. If you're in an area with wild deer, be…
Teach Your Kids the Importance of Dental Health With These
6 min readAt a young age, the little ones are not too conscious about their dental health. They resist toothbrushing, fear the dentist, and love sweets. These things can contribute to life-long problems, which could have been easily avoided if parents are more mindful. Here are some of the best activities that can teach kids the importance…
Powerful Meditation – Becoming Wholeheartedly Ourselves
10 min readMeditation - By learning to observe the changing nature of our mind and body we have the potential to gain a profound and life-changing self-knowledge, a deep inner knowing that can lead to enduring peace. Is facing the unruly mind sometimes daunting? Yes. But in time we begin to see the impermanent flow of thought,…
LUMP Reminds Women to Check for Lumps This Mother’s Day
3 min readLUMP Foundation, a new Vancouver-based non-profit, has invented a novel way of empowering women and reminding everyone about the lifesaving importance of early breast cancer detection. In recognition of Mother’s Day, LUMP has created a limited edition, bouclé blend pillow in the prettiest pink, reminiscent of fluffy Spring cherry blossoms. It will only be available from April…
Activites
Get Unplugged: How Excessive Screen Time Affect Childhood Development
4 min readMore current research is showing that excessive screen time is associated with other delayed cognitive and linguistic development.
2023 VANCOUVER FOLK MUSIC FESTIVAL
5 min readThe Vancouver Folk Music Festival hits the grass at Jericho Beach Park in a few days.
10 Things You Can Do with Your Kids this Summer
5 min readSummer’s here and school is out (or will be very shortly), so what can we do to keep our kids’ brains developing?
Things for Young People (15-18) to Do with WILD Outside
4 min readIt wouldn’t be summer without a chance to hike through BC's most beautiful trails. The WILD Outside team hikes throughout the year, whether that’s under Douglas Firs at Lighthouse Park or climbing Mt. Seymour for a breathtaking view of Vancouver.
Learning through Play this Summer
5 min readLearning can and should be fun. Just look for creative ways to infuse a little playful learning into the everyday routines you are already doing, and watch your child flourish.
8 Family Activities – Strengthening Family Connections
7 min readHere are a few suggestions on how to create memorable family time and take advantage of the amazing local options we have available.
