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19 simple ways to raise kids who love being active
As a mom, I’ve tried to nurture my children’s love of movement and physical activity. Here are my best tips for parents.
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15 retro activities for a fun-filled summer
These awesome retro activities are simple, low-cost, and tech-free. They’re sure to get your child outside and having fun this summer.
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8 weeks of fun summer activity plans for kids
Through the summer, Active for Life is publishing free weekly “Day Camp At Home” activity plans for busy families like yours.

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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.

Activities to do outside on the grass with your baby
Spending time on the grass with your baby is a great way to start them on the road to physical literacy. Here are some activity ideas.

Manage family screen time with easy habits
Here’s how you can use easy habits to help your family manage the time you spend on your screens.

Outdoor adventure courses for kids across Canada
For some awesome family fun this summer, check out these outdoor adventure courses across Canada.

A printable list of easy ideas for an active summer
This list of activities is your ticket to a fun summer! Print it out and stick it on your fridge for the family to see.

The benefits of going barefoot
Kids naturally seem drawn to bare feet and, as it turns out, there are actually many benefits to spending time barefoot outside.

25 camping activities to keep kids happy, active, and engaged
Camping with kids can be challenging, but these fun activities will make your next camping adventure a success!

One volleyball, six fun games
Sometimes it’s nice to have things to do that are light on equipment. These six games are super fun and require only a volleyball!

I went so far out of my comfort zone and came back with a new love
I’m not an athletic person, but I went out on a limb and signed up for a Bollywood dance class. I surprised myself but how much I liked it!