A Street Proofing Primer

Teaching your child how to identify and react to danger.

An Active Mind

How to help your kids “turn on their brain.”

Angel Hair for Kids

Wigs made from donated hair help sick kids get their confidence back.

Battling Indoor Inertia

How to entice your kids away from the TV and into the great outdoors.

Butterfly Gardens: Nature's Perfect Gathering Place

Nothing can match the excitement of watching new life emerge.

Come to the Fair!

A big draw for families, fall faires promote agriculture and connect us to our roots.

Cooperative Discipline

Moving away from the “Do as I say or else!” style of discipline.



Creativity & Diversity

Exposure to different opinions can stimulate original thought.

Dads, Teach Your Boys Well

Sons tend to look to their fathers for life lessons.

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Tips for preventing injuries to your child.

Does Birth Order Matter?

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Dehydrated foods are kid-friendly, packed with nutrition, and easy on the budget.

Eco Schools Pave the Way

Local school boards and students are singing the praises of environmental education...and the government is listening.

First Aid for Parents

Do you have the skills to help your injured child?

Fun on the Farm

Autumn is the season for harvest festivals, corn mazes, Hallowe'en events and more at Central Ontario's many family farms.

Going for Gold

Award program lets kids set their own goals.

Head Lice: Stop the Spread!

Non-toxic ways of dealing with this annoying bug.

Help Boys Express Feelings

It's okay for our sons to feel anger, sadness and fear.

Hit the Slopes!

Skiing as a family provides both trills and bonding time.

Is Online Monitoring Okay?

How to balance concerns and your child's privacy.

Is Your Home Teen-Friendly?

Keep your kids around by welcoming their friends.

It's Snack Time!

Frequent nibbling on healthy foods boosts energy.

Join the Club

Extracurricular activities tied to success.

Keep On Smiling

A trip to the dentist proves an adventure for this young family.

Kids in the Saddle

How horses can be therapists.

Kids' Martial Arts: Teaching Respect, Not Violence

Whether it's judo, taekwondo, or karate, martial arts training builds stamina, strength, confidence, and more!

Let’s Rock!!!

Kids "band" together at rock camps.

Measuring What Matters

Parents will see a new report card this year.

Mental Health and Kids

It's never too soon to start talking and to share feelings.

Movement Aids Learning

Brain Gym exercises can enhance academic performance.

Parenting Plans

Helping your child handle the transition.

Prepping for Winter

Great lessons are learning when kids help out.

Ready for Christmas?

Use this handy timetable to stay on track.

Saving your Skin

When the sun, bugs, and plants make their assault, take evasive measures.

Sounds of Silence

Speech and language suffer with undetectd hearing loss.

Spiritual Intelligence in Children

A child's spirtual experiences can expand their horizons, and yours!

Talking Sex: What Your Young Kids Want to Know

Start the process early so kids get solid, accurate information.

The Business of Birthday Parties

Parent have a wide choice of entertainment options for their birthday child.

The Downside of Praise

Are our kids becoming praise junkies?

The Happiness Factor

Happy parents in long-term relationships make for happy, well-adjusted kids. So what happens when our adult 
relationships get rocky?

Top Secret: Your Family's Guide to Letterboxing

This exciting hobby has it all: treasure hunt, adventure, learning, and fun.

Triggers for ADD

Behaviours linked to food sensitivities and allergies.

Visiting Artists Inspire Kids

Kids learn there are no rules and no failures when creating art.

Welcoming the Tooth Fairy

The loss of baby teeth is a rite of passage.

Work-Life Balance

Can busy parents pull it off?

Yoga for Kids

Yoga helps kids deal with everyday pressures.