Without fail, it tends to be the apps of the day that lull-proof family events. Folks of all ages are often quickly brought together by a group-made Snapchat story or introduction to Face Swap, and it's bound to end in laughter and make some memories. Download a couple of these app and have them at … [Read more...]
Get Your Family Outside And Enjoy The Snow This Winter
Kids never seem to be fazed by cold weather or snowy days, but I can’t say the same about myself. Over the past few weeks of what can finally be considered winter weather, I have come to realize that my family is really missing out during the winter months. Even though we’re still staying active … [Read more...]
Spring 2015 Bucket List For Families
Spring is finally here! Don't let the transitory season pass you by—make the most of it by crossing off as much as you can of this 25-item bucket list, comprised of cheap and easy indoor and outdoor activities that allow you to shake off cabin fever, get outside and get messy as a family. Have … [Read more...]
Boredom-Proof November Bucket List For Families
Written by Kait Fowlie Halloween may be over, but the fun of fall doesn't have to be. In November, the weather is ideal for bundling up and setting off on a hike, picnic, or if you never got around to it in October, apple picking! Don't start hibernating yet — give the last of fall your all. Here … [Read more...]
Enter To Win Two Weekend Passes To Field Trip!
THIS CONTEST IS NOW CLOSED. THANK YOU FOR ENTERING! Take your kids on a Field Trip! Music, sunshine, food and crafts: this year’s Field Trip is the perfect place to spend the weekend with the family in Toronto. On June 7th and 8th, the Fort York and Garrison Common will be the place to be. … [Read more...]
You Won’t See This on Pinterest.
One thing I respect about toddlers is their unwillingness to simply go along with something you think might be fun. "You want to take me to a farm and take pictures and I am to smile? HOW ABOUT NO." I get it. I don't like the outdoors either, especially not the rural outdoors. The wifi is … [Read more...]
Family Fun Time in the Evening
I have had the distinct privilege of being a stay-at-home-Mom and then a work-at-home-Mom for a solid six years or so. This past January, I returned to full-time employment at my former firm as my husband's industry took a swan dive. I now have school-aged kids and hated spending all of my weekends … [Read more...]
Late Night with Doritos
Last month, my 11 year old son hosted a bbq to celebrate the annual visit of one of his best buddies whose family moved to Switzerland three years ago. As the guest of honour (and all the guests) were 11 year old boys, I felt it was safe to put the menu in my own son's hands. We headed to the … [Read more...]
Top Nighttime Games
Fun with Dice & Cards
Looking for ways to keep your kids engaged on rainy days or long car rides and fight off "summer learning loss?" (39 separate studies have shown student can loose up to 2.6 months of learning over the summer.) It's easy! All you need is a deck of cards, some dice, and a little imagination. Here are … [Read more...]