


60 fun road trip & airplane activities to keep toddlers & kids entertained
Have some travel on the horizon? These fun and creative airplane and road trip activities will help your journey go smoothly!

50 family evening activities with toddlers: Ideas for all budgets + energy levels
Need some inspiration for what to your toddler? Try these fun and simple activities that you can do at home or out in your community.

Physical development 101: A guide to gross and fine motor skills in infants, toddlers, and preschoolers
Learn about your young child’s physical development and try these creative activities to help them develop motor skills.

20 fun things to do at home—for free
Your home has so many great bits and pieces that can be used for kids’ play. Try these activities that are fun for the whole family!

What is music and movement? 15+ activities to benefit child development
Music and movement combine rhythmic sounds, songs, and physical activities to engage young children in learning through motion.

20 creative cardboard box games, crafts, and activities for kids
Cardboard boxes are one of the greatest and most versatile toys. Really! Before you take your boxes to the recycling bin, try these fun ideas.

Circadian rhythm and toddlers: Understanding their sleep cycle for better movement and development
Learn more about your toddler’s circadian rhythm and how to help them regulate it better so they get the sleep they need.

How to choose the best shoes for your toddler
How to find a pair of shoes that supports your little one’s feet, pace of growth, and level of activity? These tips will help guide you!

Swing sets for the win: The benefits of swinging for all ages
Often associated with carefree childhood memories, the simple motion of swinging back and forth is more than just sitting around. It’s a heart-pumping and brain-boosting workout!

A free professional development opportunity for early childhood educators in Canada
Learn Through Active Play is a new, free program designed to support the ECEs tasked with educating our children.

Beach days with toddlers: How to play, what to pack, and staying safe
The beach is such a fun place for a toddler! Here’s some helpful advice to ensure beach days go smoothly for you and your little one.

The 17-second rule & the importance of risky play
Learn why risky play is so important for kids and try this useful tip to keep yourself from jumping in to intervene (we know it’s hard!).

How often does my toddler really need a bath or shower? (Plus other hygiene questions)
Learn how often you should be bathing your little one and if it’s possible to bathe too much or little, plus other toddler hygiene tips.

How to adapt the activities you enjoy as an adult for toddlers
Whether it’s going to restaurants or going hiking, how can you make the activities you love fun for your young children?

10 books for babies and toddlers that encourage movement
Many babies and toddlers struggle to sit still long enough to listen to a story. These fun, active books will encourage kids to move, wiggle, and clap!

7 wonderful things ECEs can do for our children
Early childhood educators are incredibly valuable in supporting and guiding the educational, social, behavioural, and emotional development of children.

When should your toddler start running?
It’s very clear our toddler wants to run (and jump and swing and slide), but we started to wonder: when should she start running?

The importance of active play in the early years
Active play plays an essential role in kids’ development, and early years educators are uniquely positioned to incorporate active play.

7 active games that develop early reading skills
These fun games combine physical activity with early reading skills development for children.

20 ways French immersion parents can help embrace a love of language
These are fun and simple ways to boost your French immersion child’s love of the language and make French a part of your life.

Early years activity resources at ActivePlay.ca
ActivePlay.ca is a new website with ideas and resources for early years educators who want to ensure the children in their care get the play opportunities they need.

Age-appropriate chores for kids: Building life skills for future success
This guide to age-appropriate chores will help instill life skills and responsibility in your child, whether they’re a toddler or middle schooler.

12 bean bag games your kids will love
From balancing tricks to target practice, discover 12 fun-filled games your kids can play with bean bags. Ideal for at-home activities!

Fun outdoor activities for 3 year olds
Time spent playing outdoors helps three-year-olds burn energy, develop physical literacy, and have fun. Try these activities with your little one.