Holiday Memories
What makes the holidays special? Sometimes it’s the memories of family gatherings -- the exotic aromas coming from the kitchen, the scent of freshly cut evergreens or the festive lights twinkling in the night that strike a chord. For others, childhood
December 2020 Bookshelf
The Fabled Stables Willa the Wisps By Jonathan Auxier Jonathan Auxier brings the young reader to a magical adventurous stable where Auggie works and tends to unusual animals with unique names. Within the stables are magical stales. Auggie is sent out on
Friday Harbour: The Start to Something Extraordinary
By: Andrew Hind Friday Harbour, a 600-acre, $1-billion waterfront resort at Lake Simcoe's Big Bay Point, is one of Ontario's newest and most exciting developments – an 'urban cottage lifestyle' destination 20 years in the making. Minutes from Barrie, the four-season resort's
Mushing Memories: Dogsledding in Haliburton
Winter in Haliburton is a magical experience. Yes, the cold can be biting, but if you find the right setting—that beautiful, natural spot where snow mounds up like fluffy pillows and drapes evergreens like Christmas garland—there is no season more
Bud Sprout Bloom Helps Parents Engage in Meaningful, Positive Conversations
Parents with young children can find it challenging to talk to their youngsters, especially about difficult or emotional events. Finding the right words to formulate questions in a positive, encouraging manner does not come easy for everyone. Bud Sprout Bloom’s
The Cheerleading Book: The Young Athletes Guide
Consider two and a half minutes jammed packed with stunts with athletes flying through the air, including intricate pyramids resembling a carefully designed game of Jenga. While you're at it, throw in a few jumps and tumbling moves tightly choreographed
November 2020 Kid Stuff
Vet practice with pets by Schleich Do you have a budding veterinarian on your hands? Children ages three to eight years old will enjoy imaginative play with this fun and educational veterinary playset. This 27-piece set comes with animals, equipment, clinic
November 2020 Parent Stuff
By: Sara Duck Belted overshirt in mauve from Zara Half shirt and half jacket, it’s a shacket! You may have noticed this season that this shirt and jacket hybrid is everywhere. We love this version from Zara in mauve; it’s the perfect
National Adoption Month
Did you know according to the Adoption Council of Ontario (ACO), since 2011, there have been over 30,000 children in care across Canada? In Ontario, there are approximately 17,000 children and youth in foster care. Of these, 8,400 children are
Winter Wonders at Crawford Lake Conservation Area
By: Andrew Hind When snow blankets the ground, Crawford Lake Conservation Area in Milton is transformed into a winter wonderland. The landscape is draped in fluffy white mounds, and a soothing tranquility settles deeply. With over 19km of trails weaving through
Learning to Say ‘No’
Saying no to your child is never easy. The tears, emotional pleas, and tantrums make it difficult to stand your ground and fear of your child not liking you for doing your job as a parent adds to the anxiety.
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Do you enjoy speaking in front of an audience? If you are like most people, you would rather avoid having to deliver a speech. Yet being able to speak confidently and with competence is especially important to everyone. Public speaking
Having a Safe and Fun Halloween During a Pandemic
One of the most enjoyable holidays is just around the corner, and for many children and parents, that means picking their costumes, buying treats, decorating the house, and planning the best trick-or-treat route. Overshadowing the excitement of the upcoming holiday
Ghost Tours of Niagara-on-the-Lake
By Andrew Hind The night is dark, and the moon, poking through clouds above, casts an eerie pale glow on the sleeping town. A chilled wind moan causes you to hunch down inside your jacket, and your eyes dart about anxiously.
Tips to Help Kids Curb Bedwetting
It’s as frustrating for you to hear in the early hours of the morning as it is for their little voices to utter shamefully, “Mom/Dad, I’ve wet the bed.” There may be an onset of tears induced by embarrassment, the
Kinsip Maple Whisky Sour
Ingredients: 2 ounces Kinsip Maple Whisky ¾ ounce fresh lemon juice ¾ ounce simple syrup 1 egg white 2 to 4 dashes of Kinsip House Aromatic bitters ½ inch orange peel (garnish) 1 whisky cherry (garnish) Directions: Shake all of the ingredients except for the egg white in a
Free Stay at Home Resources
During these times of social distancing and #StayHome initiatives, it may be challenging to find alternative options for usual out-of-home activities. How do we keep our family engaged from the safety of home as we all work to do our part
Beast’s Maple Whisky Turkey Burger
Beast’s Maple Whisky Turkey Burger Toronto restaurateur Scott Vivian’s food is so good that Anthony Bourdain once requested him as his personal caterer during a visit to Toronto. Vivian owns and operates Beast Bodega and was excited to work with the
July 2020 Kids Stuff
Eco-Friendly Spring Print Baby Diapers by Hello Bello Keep your baby dry and comfortable while helping the environment with these plant-derived diapers. Made with sustainable materials, these diapers are also free of chemicals and fragrance but also soft and absorbent. Did
Robert Land Academy Develops Online Learning Environment
When the global COVID-19 pandemic closed businesses and schools around the world and across Ontario Robert Land Academy’s students remained in the classroom, engaged with their teachers, and in their learning. Within seven days of the government issuing the order for
