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2022 Gift Guide: 25 active gifts for under $25
With the holidays just around the corner, these active, on-budget toys will be perfect for the kid in your life!
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Alphonso Davies is a World Cup soccer star with a story
As families tune in to the FIFA World Cup, it’s worth knowing Canadian player Alphonso Davies’ incredible journey in soccer.
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6 ways dogs and kids can have fun moving together
Dogs help kids develop physical literacy
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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.
How physical activity helps after-school restraint collapse
Learn how incorporating physical activity into your child’s daily routine can help with the symptoms of after-school restraint collapse.
Best physical activities for kids at every age
Kids need plenty of active play to develop gross motor skills in their early years. We put together a list of activities for kids at every age to help with their physical literacy.
Too much indoor recess? How to make small but important changes at your child’s school
Here are some tips for parents who want to encourage more outdoor time during the day at their kids’ school.
Bigger than the game: Hockey players give back
Across Canada, hockey players, volunteers, and organizations are giving back to their communities through innovative and generous initiatives.
11 simple outdoor game ideas for kids
These simple (and budget-friendly) fun outdoor game ideas will get your kids excited about getting outside and moving their bodies.
8 reasons to watch the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar
The 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar will offer teachable and inspiring moments for kids and parents alike. Here’s why you should tune in.
100+ fun family game and activity ideas
Here’s a round-up of our top games and activities that will be a hit with everyone in the family—both grown-ups and kiddos.
How much is too much screen time for kids? (And what to do about it)
Kids today are growing up in the digital age and have access to many types of media. How much is too much screen time and what can you do about it as a parent?