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10 Picture Perfect Looks For Picture Day

September 15, 2014 by Tanya Cruz 4 Comments

Oh, picture day. A part from the first day of school, it's probably the second most anticipated day of the school year. Everybody cleans up, puts their best face forward - the whole nine yards. They’re great memories to look back on, and if you’re lucky (or not so lucky...) they'll make great … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Education, Fashion, Kids, Life, Tweens & Teens Tagged With: 3, back-to-school, children's place, clothes, fashion, Gap, grade, grade 10, grade 2, grade 4, grade 6, grade 7, grade 8, grade 9, grade1, grade5, H&M, high school, kindergarten, Old Navy, picture day, style

Babysitter Locks Herself On Balcony After Being Attacked By Child

September 11, 2014 by Marianne Litman 2 Comments

And today in the strangest news you’ve heard all day. A babysitter in Victoria, BC called the police on Monday after the small child she was watching allegedly kicked and tried to strangle her. Say what? The babysitter, who is an adult, barricaded herself on the apartment’s balcony and left … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Infants & Toddlers, Kids, Parenting, Parenting Issues Tagged With: alone time, babysitter, babysitting, crazy news, difficult kids, terrible twos, Victoria BC, viral news

This Dad’s Chalk Art Puts Yours To Shame

September 9, 2014 by Marianne Litman Leave a Comment

I remember the days of writing my name in chalk on the sidewalk in front of my house. I would sometimes draw little house, the always popular hopscotch court, maybe flowers sometimes, or a bird if I was feeling adventurous. This dad puts my chalk skills to shame: what this dad creates is nothing … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Humour, Kids, Parenting Tagged With: art, chalk art, dad and daughter time, family activities, family time, Finding Nemo, sidewalk chalk, sidewalk chalk art, The Lion King

We Want To Know “What’s In The Bowl”?

September 8, 2014 by Jennifer 4 Comments

Childhood milestones run the gamut. There are those that we want to remember by marking down in baby books (think first smile, first tooth, first step). There are those we’d rather forget, but will likely remember, (I’m thinking “first visit to the ER”, “first temper tantrum in a public place” and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Family, Food, Kids, Life Tagged With: breakfast, breakfast cereal, cereal, good food choices, healthy breeakfast, healthy eating, independent kids, kids, what's in the bowl

Gluten-Free Snacks Perfect For Kids

September 3, 2014 by Natalie Ast Leave a Comment

These seven gluten-free snack ideas are great for you and your kids! Perfect for school lunches or an after school snack, these recipes will keep your kids happy, healthy and smiling! Rice cakes, nutella and fruit If your child isn’t allergic to hazelnuts, this easy snack is sweet and healthy. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Food, Kids, Life, Recipes Tagged With: back-to-school, gluten free baking, gluten free kids, gluten free recipes, gluten free snacks, gluten-free, School snacks, snacks

Helping Your Kids Safely Commute To School Alone

August 29, 2014 by Alicia Kolenda 1 Comment

Written by Alicia Kolenda There has been a lot of controversy about when kids should start commuting alone, and whether or not it’s safe to take public transit in the city. Most teachers recommend you allow your child to get themselves to school somewhere around age 11. But as to their safety, it … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Education, Kids, Parenting Tagged With: back-to-school, biking to school, commuting to school, getting to school, kids, school, taking the bus

7 Ways To Get Your Kids Excited For The 1st Day Of School

August 28, 2014 by Lauren Sena Leave a Comment

Written by Lauren Sena Getting your child to look forward to the first day of school isn’t an easy task. Transitioning from the long and leisurely days to the homework and activity-filled ones might seem daunting to some. Here’s a few suggestions that may help you in brightening your little one’s … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Education, Kids, Kids' Art, Parenting Tagged With: back to school activities, back-to-school, first day of school, first day of school photos, kids back to school, kids' crafts, school photos

“Netflix For Lego” May Be The Solution To Your Cluttered Home

August 26, 2014 by Marianne Litman 1 Comment

Kids are very passionate about Lego: when they love it, they really, really love it. And while this often means hundreds of tiny, centimetre by centimetre pieces for you to potentially step on, it also means a lot of creative, education fun for your kids. (But really have you ever stepped on one of … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Family, Kids, Parenting, Tweens & Teens Tagged With: activites, children's activities, games, Lego, netflix for lego, pley, toys

Melissa Joan Hart Releases Clothing Line Just For Boys

August 25, 2014 by Mubina Visram Leave a Comment

Are you finding it hard to find clothing for your little boy? Are you looking for alternatives that are unique and interesting, and that stand out from what is usually in stores? Look no further than Melissa Joan Hart’s new clothing line King of Harts for comfortable, casual, cool clothing for … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Celebrity, Entertainment, Fashion, Kids Tagged With: back to school fashions, back to school shopping, boyswear, celebrity baby, celebrity moms, children's clothing, clothing for boys, kids' clothing, King of Harts, Melissa & Joey, melissa joan hart

Tooth Fairy Favours Atlantic Canada, Quebec Kids Miss Out

August 25, 2014 by Marianne Litman 2 Comments

I have a sister who is two years older than me. For me, that meant spending a lot of time wishing I could do what my big sis was doing. This included all the growing up milestones you can think of: going to school, dating boys, having a sleep over. You name it, I wanted to do it! (I even got my … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Kids, Parenting Tagged With: allowance, Canada, children's allowance, tooth fairy, visa canada

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