
4 easy indoor winter activities for kids
These indoor winter activities provide easy options for kids to have fun and stay active on especially cold days.

Books to inspire your child to get outside, try new activities, and discover how they love to move
These books, for toddlers to teens and all kids in between, celebrate sports, active play, and time spent exploring in nature.

Practical tips to keep kids warm and safe during winter play
Because everyone should get outside and play this winter, here are some ways to make sure your kids keep warm and play safely.

Active STEM-inspired games to play with your preschooler this winter
Getting your kids active when it’s cold outside can be a challenge. Try these fun STEM games to get them moving in winter weather.

The one simple secret to help your child become more confident
When your child says they’re just “not good” at something, encourage them to keep trying and become more confident with this advice.

5 ways to get your kids off their screens
These tips will help you get your kids off their screens, make a plan for managing screen time, and encourage them to get active.

What are fundamental movement skills?
In discussions of physical literacy, you’ll often hear talk of “fundamental movement skills.” What exactly are they?

Equine therapy: Not just horsing around
Equine-assisted therapy has a host of benefits for kids with physical or cognitive disabilities or developmental delays.

Get kids cooking with these easy recipes to try at home
Children can begin helping in the kitchen from the time they’re toddlers. Here are some ideas for kid-friendly kitchen tasks and recipes.

The simplest way to get active as a family? Add a daily walk to your routine
A mother shares how she and her family have started walking daily, and how it’s given them an opportunity to have more quality time.

Why kids need active outdoor play, every day
A pediatric physiotherapist and nature play program director discusses why active outdoor play is so important for kids’ development.

How to make a DIY indoor active play space on a budget
Creating an indoor play space for your child doesn’t have to be expensive! Here are some ideas for building your DIY activity centre.

Running with kids: The right way at the right time
Parents who love running often wonder whether their kids can join them. It depends on the age of the kids—and the parents’ expectations.

How to develop mind-body awareness with young children
Mind-body awareness, or being able to feel how your body responds to and holds onto emotions, is invaluable for people of all ages.

Say yes to adventure: How to be a partner in your child’s daring play
As parents, it can be anxiety-inducing to watch our children take part in risky play. These tips will help you to support and encourage them.

3 outdoor PE games to play during the pandemic
These active outdoor games are variations of Hide and Seek. They’ll get kids moving and having fun while remaining physically distanced.

What to do when your child’s just not into sports
Participating in sports is just one way kids can grow up active and healthy. If your child isn’t into sports, try these alternative ideas.

10 active “brain break” ideas kids will love
These brain breaks are an easy way to add bursts of activity into your kids’ day, whether they’re in the classroom, being homeschooled, or working on homework.

Why Canada needs more inclusive playgrounds
Playgrounds should be fun, welcoming, accessible spaces for all kids. Here’s a look at how to make them more inclusive.

9 DIY recess ideas for distance-learning families
If your kids are learning from home this school year, here are some DIY ideas for ways to get them moving outdoors during “recess” time.

Why I love watching my kids engage in risky play outdoors
There’s a steep hill in our local forest that my kids (ages one, four, and six) love to scale. It’s muddy, slippery, and full of tree roots, with ample opportunities to fall, get up, and fall again. I absolutely love watching them challenge themselves to do this, because I can see how it builds their … Continued

5 group games from memory lane to pass on to your kids
You’ll likely remember these five classic games from your own childhood. Teach your kids these fun new-to-them games, and then play along with them!

Book review: “What Size Balls Do I Need?” offers advice for sports parents
Steve Morris offers advice and insights to parents as they navigate the world of youth sports.

The pandemic made me realize how much I love being a hockey parent
As her son returns to the rink, a hockey parent reflects on the sport’s importance to her family and the happy memories they’ve created around it.