As parents, many of us have to deal with a challenging transition period of switching our children from being at home to being in a day care environment. When it was my turn to transition my children to the wonderful new world of day care (Wee Watch being my #1 choice), I thought of many ways to make the switch…
International Literacy Day is celebrated worldwide on September 8th. Did you know 1 in 5, that’s 776 million adults worldwide cant even write their own name or read a sentence in a book? International Literacy Day gives children and communities a chance to rediscover the joys of reading and writing while raising awareness for those without access to education. What…
I can’t believe summer is almost over, which marks the beginning of a new school year for some and getting back into daily routines and schedules. Parents and children have been enjoying the break from their usually busy schedule and have welcomed the more relaxed schedule of summer. Some people embrace the thought of getting back into a regular routine,…
Who doesn’t love colouring? Have you ever had your little one come ask you to colour with them so you settle in and start colouring, only to realize moments later that they have stopped colouring and moved onto something else and you are still colouring away? Colouring is an activity from our childhood and is often associated with children. As…
Summer is a busy time of year, full of fun family outings, travelling, vacations, outdoor fun and BBQ’s with friends and family. So many memories are made and it is so easy to snap photos and capture memories these days with smartphone cameras. All too often we take tons of photos and don’t really do anything with them. Why not…
It has been pretty hot out lately and there is nothing more refreshing than a cold slice of juicy watermelon. Did you know that August 3rd is Watermelon Day? What better time to indulge in all things watermelon! 5 Facts about Watermelon: Not only does it quench your thirst, it can also quench inflammation that contributes to conditions like asthma,…
Summer is a great time of year; there are so many yummy fruits and veggies in season. Children love bright colours, textures and fun shapes, so why not be creative with your fruits and veggies. Try some of these yummy snack ideas this summer, they are sure to get your children excited to eat their fruits and veggies. …
Summer is here and a favourite summer pastime is camping. Young or old, experienced or not, camping is a tradition that everyone can share. There are numerous Ontario Provincial Parks to explore. Whether you travel to a far away campground for a week long getaway, check out a local campground for the weekend or just campout in your backyard for…
The much anticipated Toronto 2015 Pan American games are almost here! Canada will welcome the nations of the Americas to the Toronto 2015 Pan American Games at the Opening Ceremony on July 10th at the Rogers Centre. The Pan Am Torch relay, which began its nationwide 41-day journey on May 30, 2015, has been spreading the Pan Am spirit in…