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10 baseball drills and games for kids
Get your kids in the game with 10 fun and effective baseball drills and games! Improve skills, have fun, and build teamwork. Perfect for young athletes.
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1 piece of chalk, 8 active games
Imaginative games to keep youngsters moving
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The science of self-care: How tiny habits make a big difference
Parents, if you’re feeling burnt out, here are some simple ways you can add self-care into your day—no special equipment or guru required.

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The sure-bet recipe to raise kids who love (and will want) to get active
When you “blend” these three ingredients, they become a “super-smoothie” that kids can’t resist. The recipe is called physical literacy.

Olympian (and team “mom”) Ellie Black on respect, support, and dreaming big
Artistic gymnast Ellie Black is flying high as she anchors Canada’s women’s gymnastics team.

15 fun old-fashioned activities for kids to play
Step back in time with these fun old-fashioned activities for kids! Learn how to play sardines, marbles, elastics and more.

Simple Montessori activities for toddlers and preschoolers at home
Discover Montessori activities for toddlers & preschoolers to try at home. Encourage independence, creativity, and learning through play.

Because cold turkey isn’t realistic: How to reduce your child’s screen time
Struggling to limit your child’s screen time? Discover practical tips for reducing their device usage without going cold turkey.

How to make your backyard into an active play space
Transform your backyard into an active play space for your kids! Get practical tips and creative ideas to encourage outdoor fun and physical activity.

Was that behaviour in your child’s sport acceptable?
Flag Tool for Sport is a new tool designed by PlaySafe BC to help you determine whether your child has been treated appropriately in sport.

Indoor activities for four-year-olds to enjoy
Check out this exciting list of fun boredom-busting indoor activities that any four-year-old can participate in, especially on rainy days.

Fun no-equipment outdoor games for kids
Whether you’re looking for games for a big group or just a few, this list is a great go-to guide for fun, active, no-equipment outdoor games!