The Gift of Giving
This Christmas, our three kids were introduced to something new. They were asked to buy or make something for each other.
First day of snow
I’m not sure why the first day of true snow is a disaster every year, but it is.
Make some time to be a maker this Christmas
A craft that my sons and I create fresh each year utilizes gumdrops as the medium for wintery scenes with figures resembling elves and Santa.
Ready, set, Kids’ Run Club is a go
For many kids, getting the blood pumping is more likely to result from playing an intense video game than shooting hoops or riding a bike. Certainly, today’s youth are not the most active generation ever.
A cure for anaphylaxis the goal of SickKids program
A cure for anaphylaxis is possible according to the team of immunology and allergy experts who lead SickKids Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Program.
Not your Mama’s salt dough ornaments
Remember the salt dough ornaments you made in preschool? Well, the projects one can create with salt dough have come a long way, baby.
Believing the lie
One of my frustrations as a parent is when children convince themselves of an untruth so throughly that they act as though it’s true.
Taking responsibility
I got every parent’s favourite call yesterday – the one from the principal where you get asked to come by the office for a little chat about your kid – that call.
Three kids on a plane
So I’m taking three kids under 11 years of age on a plane trip to Georgia.
Don’t Do Your Homework
So I don’t make my kids do their homework. I confess that it causes ongoing, low-grade conflict with their teachers, but I have my reasons.
How to doggy-train your toddler
For many when they picture their “perfect” family, they envision a partner, children and the family dog, a loveable, happy-go-lucky four-legged family member who will be a best friend to the children.
Teachable Talents
When my daughter was in Grade 4, a proud tear sprang to my eye when her teacher, known to be a stern taskmaster, declared: “Rebecca has something that can’t be taught – motivation.”
Community Halloween
I don’t know how many neighbourhoods have an outdoor street party each year with live music and dancing and family costumes.
In it together
My wife will likely be taking a year’s leave of absence from her current job to be the director of a local non-profit community organization.
Taking friends to the island
We took the Friday and Monday off this past weekend to take a trip to Manitoulin Island.
Pros and cons of cursive writing
Various experts and educators have weighed in on the lasting benefits of cursive handwriting. Here are just a few of the benefits proponents of cursive writing point to
Advertorial: Fitting in family fitness
At the Y, we know how hard it can be to juggle the demands of a busy schedule, which is why we offer one location where you and your family can be active together.
Be inspired at Harbourfront Centre
Harbourfront Centre is the perfect place to inspire your kids with dance, film, literature and more.