How-to teach children to respect their parents
Parents are tasked with teaching their children many lessons. Some are more obvious, like how to live safely or how to ride a bike or tie their shoes. Other lessons are more complicated and abstract, especially as they pertain to
Ripple Foundation’s Creative Writing Contest for Kids
Creativity is a hidden tool that, if teased out of youth, holds the power to inspire inquisitive minds, boost confidence and unlock new ways of approaching challenges to build promising futures for the next generation. One Canadian charity, the Ripple Foundation,
Fashion Fit: When and how to buy your daughter’s first bra
As a parent, you often wish time could slow down or freeze altogether, especially when it comes to hoping your children will grow up a little slower. One day you’re celebrating your daughter’s first steps or her first day of
The Unlikely Art of Parental Pressure
Parents want the best for their children. That’s a given, and they will move heaven and earth to help their kids navigate bumps in the road. After all, parents want their kids to lead successful and purposeful lives. But there
Big blue CBC’s New Animated Series takes kids deep into the ocean to learn about climate change
A new Canadian children’s animated series became available in December on CBC Kids and the CBC streaming service, CBC Gem. Big Blue is a lively and entertaining series that follows siblings Lettie and Lemo, along with their quirky submarine crew
Mydoh Financial Literacy Month: Let’s start with our kids
As a kid, my parents taught me values that prepared me for success – and saving and planning was a priority for them. Their dedication instilled values and a sense of confidence that remains today. This is what inspired the
Tippy Toes: Caring for Your Child’s Feet
How often do you care for your baby’s feet? If you answer not often—you’re not alone. Children’s feet are usually not at the top of the list when it comes to infant care. However, improper foot maintenance can lead to
Pet Contest! – The Inspiration of the Pet Library Book Series
WORDS BY Local Author Michelle Da Silva Our family had been thinking about getting a dog, but we weren’t sure if we were ready for one. A friend of mine told me that she’d read online about a place – I
Plan International How to Unleash Your Power Within
Did you know: • 1 in 5 girls in Canada have felt anxious about going to school because of negative comments they receive on social media” • Only 57% of girls in Canada are satisfied with their overall appearance?* Still not convinced that
Under the Covers | September 2021
Inside Animals By Barbara Taylor and Margaux Carpentier What child isn’t curious and or inquisitive? Inside Animals covers body parts found in humans such as the brain, heart, and lungs— and their other unique body parts, which they need to survive and
Health – 3 Month Old Baby Care
It seems like just yesterday you were bringing your newborn home and suddenly, they are an alert 3 month old baby. A 3 month’s baby care is much different than a newborn’s care. By this age, your baby is growing
Be Prepared – Returning to classrooms safely and with confidence
While there’s still some uncertainty about how this school year will play out, one thing parents, students and teachers can do is, make sure they’re prepared for all scenarios. Here are a few health and safety tips to keep in
Health Colic and Crying Babies
Crying is a baby’s natural way to communicate their needs to their caregivers. Most of the time, once the baby’s needs are met, the crying stops. But for colicky babies, getting them to stop crying can be almost impossible. So what
How to Help Your Daughter Handle Peer Pressure
WORDS BY Elizabeth Casciaro from Apricotton As your daughter grows, so will the amount of peer pressure she faces. Pressure from friends to act a certain way can be brutal to deal with all on your own, especially when you’re so
Online learning homework help for charity
With the prevalence of online school during the COVID-19 pandemic, a group of McMaster University students have sought to leverage their academic skills in the fight against COVID-19. The resulting initiative, Homework Help for Charity (HHC), aims to match volunteer
Bloom Class virtual learning
WORDS BY Emily Padan Created during the pandemic, Bloom Class emerged into the virtual education space in April 2020. A team of extraordinary teachers on a mission to foster growth mindsets in children and teens through thoughtfully created group classes as
skateboarding 11-year-old closer to Olympic dreams
For 11-year-old Fay Ebert of Toronto, being named to Canada’s National Skateboarding Team is just one step closer to competing at the Olympics. If she qualifies, it will make her one of the youngest Olympians. However, with the summer 2021
HOW FAMILIES CAN USE HUMOUR TO RELIEVE COVID-INDUCED STRESS AND ANXIETY
After a year of dealing with online schooling, working from home and a restricted social life and activities due to COVID-19, parents and kids alike may be struggling to find the funny in everyday life. As a Chinese proverb says, a
How to Help Your Daughter Handle Peer Pressure
By: Elizabeth Casciaro from Apricotton As your daughter grows, so will the amount of peer pressure she faces. Pressure from friends to act a certain way can be tough to deal with all on your own, especially when you're so young
5 Activities that Your Tween Daughter Will Enjoy Doing with You
By: Orion Li from Apricotton Being a teen or tween in 2020 is a full-time job. Between adjusting to quarantine, keeping up with school and friends, and all the regular growing pains that come with being this age, it might feel
