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Health

Movie covers big theme of obesity

By CityParent
August 30, 2008
1.17k

Queen Sized (Anchor Bay) — This made-for-TV movie now out on DVD takes the issue of fat very seriously. Maggie Baker (Nikki Blonsky famously of Hairspray) is a chubby girl who turns to food when she’s

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Opinion

Practicing the art of possibility

By CityParent
August 28, 2008
1.08k

One of the magical qualities of September, is the opportunity it provides students to experience a "fresh start"—a chance to wipe away any past failures or misgivings and begin again. However, not everyone takes advantage of thi

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Food

Genetically modified foods are a mystery

By CityParent
August 25, 2008
967

It sounds like the stuff of science fiction – yet it’s entirely real. Genetically modified foods are surprisingly common, yet most of us have barely a rudimentary understanding of what they are. And most of us would be shocked to

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Education

Get set for preschool

By CityParent
August 25, 2008
1.1k

When summer winds down back-to-school preparations are beginning, even for parents with young preschoolers. Finding the best childcare options, preparing children for starting at or returning to daycare or kindergarten, and re-establishing

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Education

Five key messages to share with students

By CityParent
August 20, 2008
1.09k

The great thing about being a student is that every school year brings with it the opportunity for a fresh start—a chance to begin again. However, for some children leaving the past behind can be difficult. So this month I'm

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Education

Opening shell that surrounds shy students

By CityParent
August 18, 2008
1.36k

Back to school is often a time of excitement and enjoyment for children anxious to meet new friends and participate in activities. However, for some shy children the anxiety of returning to school can be a nightmare.
Robert Coplan, C

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Lifestyle

Teach children to be smart shoppers

By CityParent
August 16, 2008
1.14k

Back-to-school shopping is a major event that retailers hope to cash in on.  Why not make the annual ritual an educational experience that teaches your child sound money management skills?

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Reviews

Catering to pre-schoolers

By CityParent
August 15, 2008
945

Michael & Jello: It Must be Jelly, ‘Cause Jam Don’t Shake — For really little kids, during the drop-in centre years, the usual ‘‘Row Row Row Your Boat’’ circle-time tunes are fine. But what about

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Reviews

Books that will bring on the boys

By CityParent
August 14, 2008
1.01k

Boys like adventure stories with lots of action, some death-defying thrills and maybe a little humour. All of these elements are present in this handful of  well-told stories.
Shane Peacock narrates the Boy Sherlock H

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Activities

The Ex marks the spot for families

By CityParent
August 13, 2008
1.16k

Canadian National Exhibition — Our annual farewell to summer event is about more than the midway and the food building. The CNE this year has some great events for kids and families. Of course, the young set alwa

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Reviews

Doane sings for kids

By CityParent
August 11, 2008
1.05k

Melanie Doane: A Thousand Nights — Mainstream adult music makers are trying their hands at kids’ fare these days, and it’s a welcome trend. Especially when they bring their high standards to the recording, as

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Activities

Weird and wonderful talent on the street

By CityParent
August 9, 2008
1.04k

BuskerFest — The only thing similar to the artists at BuskerFest and those not-so-talented dudes who sometimes strum guitars on street corners is that they both work outside. But this event brings the top outdoor performers from around th

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Opinion

Questions that baffle us

By CityParent
August 8, 2008
1.15k

Someone much wiser than I often tells me that one of the most important aspects of being a parents is taking time for our own relationships. Since that “someone” is my mother-in-law, I'm actually allowed – in very specific situations

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Health

Even little girls play to win

By CityParent
August 6, 2008
1.03k

Girls aren't any less competitive than boys. But the strategies they use to compete are a little more subtle. That's the key finding to come out of a study conducted by psychologists at Emmanuel College in Boston, Massachusetts and publish

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Reviews

Ashley Tisdale as nerd girl

By CityParent
August 6, 2008
1.32k

Picture This (Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer) — She’s blonde, she’s pretty and she can sing, hence Ashley Tisdale is everywhere. And she’s starring in her own movie (which she actually helped produce). She plays Mandy

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Education

Back to home school

By CityParent
August 4, 2008
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Even if you homeschool throughout the summer, there are things to get ready at the beginning of the traditional school year.  This is the time of year new curriculum materials come out, and let’s face it, everyone needs a deal

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Activities

See the circus through art

By CityParent
August 3, 2008
1.04k

The Circus Comes to Town (Toronto Reference Library) —  A lot of art and entertainment helps us escape the everyday. And when you see this collection of posters, pamphlets, books and artefacts celebrating c

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