In Niagara-on-the-Lake, there are numerous locations where the fabric between our world and the afterlife seems to fray. In these places, ghosts and the living are said to mingle. Niagara-on-the-Lake is the perfect destination for a Halloween-season escape. “We can’t promise you’ll

There isn’t a parent in the world who hasn’t experienced the excruciating pain of stepping on one of those colourful LEGO bricks in the middle of the night. Ouch! But parents also know that LEGO fosters creativity and imagination. What

Wacky Witches and Their Peculiar Familiars By April Suddenorf Meet modern witches with unique animal companions like monkeys and parrots. These diverse women bring joyful magic to their daily lives. Choose which witch you’d want to be! Ages: 4-8 Publisher: NorthSouth Books Pages:

Picture Day at Dino Play By Sean Julian At Dino Daycare’s picture day, Freda loses her favourite hat, only to find it being used by a bird for a nest. She decides to let the bird keep it, and her classmates make

Alvin and the Chipmunks Meet Frankenstein (1999) by Universal Pictures Home Entertainment Alvin, Simon, and Theodore explore a movie theme park and stumble upon Frankenstein’s Castle. They discover a mad scientist reviving the monster, only to learn Frankenstein is misunderstood, not

Lilo & Stitch (2002) By Walt Disney Pictures Lilo, a solitary Hawaiian girl, finds comfort by adopting a peculiar-looking “dog” named Stitch. Little does she know, Stitch is not your ordinary pet, but a runaway genetic experiment from a distant alien

My Alphabet Book By Kaz Mataz Little ones embark on an exciting journey while mastering the alphabet, early spelling, and pronunciation. Not only does it ignite their imagination, but it also sparks their creativity by introducing a delightful array of vibrant characters,

Sea Dog Boats By Astrid Sheckels If you want to know about boats, trust a sea dog to set you on course. Filled with boats (and sea dogs) from all over the world and told in whimsical rhyme, children will discover vessels

Madeline (1998) TriStar Pictures In the bustling city of Paris, a clever and resourceful young girl named Madeline hatches a plan to rescue her beloved boarding school from the clutches of Lord Covington. This orphaned schoolgirl knows that her home is

Words by Joe McMahan Summer break is traditionally known as a chance for kids to get outside, enjoy the sunshine, and keep active. But have you ever thought about keeping their brains stimulated? Students can lose 25 to 50 per cent

Things seem to slow down in summer. Come summer, the hurried pace that dominates much of the year takes a backseat to vacations, lounging around the pool, diving through ocean waves, and setting up tents at campsites near or far. When

Chicken Run (2000) By DreamWorks Animation This heartwarming tale follows a group of chickens trapped in a monotonous life of laying eggs on a farm in Yorkshire. Their hopes soar when a charismatic American rooster joins their ranks, as they believe

One Big Open Sky By Lesa Cline-Ransome In 1879, in Mississippi, Lettie embarks on a journey to Nebraska with her family. They hope to find independence and a future on their own land. However, as they travel, they face scarcity and financial

Teaching kids how to cook is an essential life skill that often gets overlooked. In today’s world, where fast food and pre-packaged meals are prevalent, knowing how to cook can benefit children of all ages. Unfortunately, many kids today may

Galaxies, Galaxies! By Gail Gibbons Astronomers used to believe that the Milky Way was the entire universe, but now we understand that there are billions of galaxies out there. Gail Gibbons guides the reader on a journey that spans light years. Ages: 4-8

The Planets By Gail Gibbons Gail Gibbons guides children through our solar system, showcasing the vast differences in size, shape, orbit, and weather between each planet, from scorching Venus to icy Neptune. Ages: 4-8 Publisher: Holiday House Pages: 32 Price: CAD $24.99   The House

Cylinderella By David Miles Introducing the latest “Truck Tales” book, a must–read for car–loving kids! Meet Cylinderella, who lives with three mean trucks and spends her days cleaning for them. But with the help of the Fairy Rod Mother, she attends the

March Break is the ideal excuse to break away and escape with the family. No need to book a flight. Ontario is dotted with resorts providing great family gathering places and joyful memories. Two of the most popular are Deerhurst Resort