Age of Child: 7-9

Anxiety is very common among kids (and adults!), and there are ways parents can help their children with these feelings.

A new sports documentary shines a light on early sport specialization and the dangers and drawbacks it has for our kids.

Is your child feeling overcommitted to or overwhelmed by competitive sports? Here’s how you can help address it.

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!

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.

A coaching philosophy answers critical questions: What are your priorities as a coach? How will you foster a love for the game in your players? How will you balance competition with development?

An Australian study finds that kids who participate in sports are more likely to do better on tests, have better school attendance, and be accepted to university.

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!

Inspired by summer reading challenges, here’s how to beat the summer slide, develop physical literacy, and get active this summer.

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!).

As parents and educators, we’re always looking for creative, new-to-us games to teach our children. These eight games from different countries are fun, active, and can help expose kids to different cultures.

Tiffany Leung shares her breakdancing journey—and tips for sports parents—as she gears up for the 2024 Olympics in Paris.

Here’s an overview of common sports injuries kids get and why they happen, plus some useful tips for helping your kids avoid them.

By incorporating positive and mindful activities into your family’s morning routine, you can help start the day off on the right foot.

Unique, outside-the-classroom experiences hold a lot of value for our kids. Here’s why I like taking my kids out of school for vacation from time to time.

As a mom who works from home, I sometimes need to set my kids up with fun, independent activities. Here are some suggestions for games children can play alone.

When it’s snowy and chilly outside, these chores will help get kids moving and contributing to taking care of your family’s home.

This year, my daughter and I set a goal: the 52 Hike Challenge. Every week, we’ll try to get out together in nature for a hike.

You can play so many games with a parachute! Try these fun activities with the kids in your life.

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.

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

Try these fun and spooky Halloween activities for kids! From bike rides to corn mazes, discover joyful and eerie adventures for the whole family.

Eating the right foods can give kids the energy and stamina they need to perform. Check out these simple—and tasty—tips for fuelling young athletes.

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