Kids

Have midnight walks to the kitchen become treacherous journeys complete with landmines and hidden traps?

For most, volunteering is a means to an end, either mandated by some higher power or performed during the holiday season when one feels they should give back to their community

About nine out of 10 parents of children aged five to 17, with household income between $15,000 and $75,000

There are a lot of things that come to mind when we hear of someone who is a talented, award-winning athlete as well as an inspirational, self-motivated leader and fundraiser for juvenile diabetes

Always playing catch-up to your children’s energy level?

You have likely heard people described as being “in their element,” but what does that mean? In his recent book, The Element: How finding your passion changes everything, Sir Ken Robinson Ph.D., describes the element as, “The point

As kids are enjoying summer vacation, parents might notice their child’s increased interest in pets. From furry to feathered or scaled to finned, PetSmart has the resources to help families select and care for their first pet

How many of us have set goals for ourselves as parents that all too quickly are forgotten or put aside the first time something doesn’t work out as planned? The following set of principles will help you achieve your goals

Developing creative play. Balancing the education and entertainment of books, games and toys remains an ongoing interest for parents and at an Indigo Kids Round Table event, expert panelists shared ideas and insights for inspiring learning

When it comes to charity, everyone involved benefits. From those on the receiving end to those doing the giving, charity pays dividends for all concerned

Chances are if you have children, you’ll be hosting a party for kids at least once this year. Children’s parties should be more about making memories than how much money is spent. Here are tips on what to consider

There are many options for teens to complete the compulsory 40 hours of community involvement for high school graduation – from boxing up groceries at a local food bank to planting trees. As one parent says, “It’s easy for kids

Question: Now that school is around the corner, I’m getting nervous again about how to connect with my 12 year old daughter. The summer went well but I get anxious about how to keep our relationship strong during thi

Now that laptop computers are outselling traditional desktop computers, it’s a good possibility that your kids will try to sell you on the idea of getting them a laptop. But typical laptops can be expensive investments, most especially w

The next best thing to being able to play golf is a making the rounds at the Toronto Star Golf & Travel Show at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre, February 29-March 2. In its 19th year, this is an event

It’s been more than two years since Ontario expanded its child car seat laws to include children up to age 8 or until they weigh 36 Kg (80 lbs) or measure 145 CM (4 foot 9 inches) tall. Since that

One family, one classroom and maybe one neighbour at a time, 10-year-old Branden ‘Blue Box’ McQueen is cleaning up the earth.

At nine-years old Jackie Cheng has faced profound sadness, losing her dad in 2006.
But somehow this loss has not impacted her sunny disposition, selfless kindness and driven resolve to do well academically.

With loyal friends like Sydney Johnstone on his side, Evan Harris is in good company in his battle with leukemia.

Q I can’t stand the kids my teen is hanging out with. They are rude and disrespectful. What do you recommend?

A It’s very difficult for parents to admit they don’t like their teen’s friends. When I do my