here are plenty of fun and festive activities to enjoy with kids in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) during the Christmas break, but most of them involve being outdoors in Christmas markets and light shows which are great. But sometimes you need some indoor ideas for fun activities to do with the kids that are…
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Fun Ways to Make Gift-Giving Exciting
Gifting to children is an adventure in itself. The joy and excitement that light up their faces are priceless. Let’s dive into some creative and playful ways to make gift-giving for kids an unforgettable experience. 1. Scavenger Hunt Extravaganza Turn the act of receiving a gift into a thrilling adventure. Create a scavenger hunt with…
Igniting the Spark: How to Keep the Love of Learning Alive in Your Child
By Elmer George, Contributor (Image courtesy of Pexels) It’s easy to forget how much magic there is in learning when life becomes busy with routines, responsibilities, and due dates. But if you’ve ever watched a child ask a string of “why” questions or get lost in the pages of a book, you know that curiosity is…
Simple Elegant Tuna Pasta Dish for Any Occasion
This has got to be one of the easiest pasta recipes I have ever tried. I usually like dry pasta dishes (I still love me a nice arabiatta sauce and spaghetti dish though). This is great for kids, especially if they are not fans of fish and tuna generally, this is a great way to…
Utilizing Your Kids’ Passion
It is always easier to humour kids, no matter how spectacular or unrealistic their ideas might be when they are younger. As they get older the expectation is that there needs to be a more grounded and realistic thought process that they take on, especially as they get closer to dedicating time to their passions. …
My favourite, least dated, still relevant, Disney Animation Movies
I wouldn’t call myself a Disney-o-phile, but I do like my dose of Disney especially any classical animation (and some live-action) movies and cartoons before the beginning of the millennium. Been to every Disney Theme Park, and I have a couple of Disney sock pairs and a Mickey watch – so yes, I’m not completely…
Mastering the Art of Kitchen Safety: A Parent’s Guide to Teaching Children
By Elmer George, Contributor (Image courtesy of Pexels) Teaching your kids cooking and baking isn’t just about recipes and ingredients. It’s crucial to incorporate safety lessons into this fun and educational process. This guide from Candid Life Journeys is tailored to help you, the parent, ensure your kitchen becomes a safe and enjoyable learning environment for…
Essential Family Boardgaming
During COVID we were pressed to find ways to entertain our then 8-year-old during the long winter days, and I had generally resorted to coming up with a list of possible things that we could do in the house. This included things like cooking, drawing a comic book, or even doing chores (yes I was…
Thriving as a Single Parent: Strategies for Balancing Life’s Demands
By Elmer George, Contributor (Image courtesy of Freepik) While raising children can be one of the most rewarding roles in life, it can also be one of the most demanding – especially if you’re a single parent! Balancing the many obligations of work, home, and raising children can feel overwhelming at times. However, these key strategies…
Best Places for Kids’ Photoshoots
The pictures we take of kids are those that are most sentimental given how fast they change. With our cell phones now taking pictures have never been easier – if anything we probably take too many pictures of every little details of their lives. But there is something to be said about capturing more qualitative…
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