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>Featured Activity: How to dress for the weather in every season How to dress for the weather in every season
We’ve all heard the saying—there’s no bad weather, only poor clothing. Here are some tips for dressing appropriately for outdoor play.
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>Featured Activity: Making Canada proud: Teen athletes excel at 2020 Youth Olympic Games Making Canada proud: Teen athletes excel at 2020 Youth Olympic Games
The multi-sport event, organized by the International Olympic Committee, brings together top teenage athletes from around the world.
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>Featured Activity: Movement and learning: How does that work? Movement and learning: How does that work?
Some schools and early childhood centres are using movement-based instruction to help kids learn better while promoting their development.
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Why parents should be mindful of their own screen time
Managing screen time isn’t just something parents need to do for their kids. It’s also something we need to do for ourselves.
Why natural playgrounds are essential for young children
These spaces offer valuable opportunities for the development of physical literacy and for experimentation.
Beyond the arena: get outside and skate!
On an outdoor rink, you’ll get fresh air, mountain or forest views, and snowbanks to jump in too.
Play centres offer ideas for kids to play their own way
For many children in early-years programs, learning happens at play centres, themed play areas with a specific focus.
Active New Year’s resolutions the whole family can enjoy
Here are some ways to get moving together as a family in the New Year.
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As we move towards a new year, here are our 10 most popular articles of 2019 (plus five of our personal favourites).
Hockey for the holidays: Team Canada players hit the ice at the 2020 IIHF World Junior Championship
Even these elite athlete need a little help to make sure screen time doesn’t get in the way of getting enough sleep.
Five games to help young children learn to skate
These skating games will help kids gain balance and coordination while they have a blast on the ice.
Is competition in sports healthy for kids?
Many parents have asked me if I think competition is healthy for kids. Is it healthy? Is it “toxic”? Does it diminish self-confidence?