


The science of self-care: How tiny habits make a big difference
Parents, if you’re feeling burnt out, here are some simple ways you can add self-care into your day—no special equipment or guru required.

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.

Thrive Outside: New resource supports outdoor learning and play
The resource, from the Child and Nature Alliance of Canada, offers tips and support for parents and teachers to explore nature with kids year-round.

5 activities to do with kids on Labour Day weekend
Summer’s not over yet! Make the most of your Labour Day weekend with these fun family activity ideas.

How sports teams can stay connected through COVID-19
Angie Abdou’s kids are participating in Zoom meetings with their teammates, doing at-home family workouts, and joining her on runs.

Three kinds of prompts to inspire children to play
One way to encourage kids to play is to prompt rather than suggest. Often, the activities they find the most engaging are the ones they invent themselves.

These parent-tested tips will help kids play by themselves
Our readers shared these excellent tips to help young children spend more time playing independently, so parents can work or take time for self-care.

A printable outline to help kids plan their own day
When school’s not in session, regular routines often go out the window. Here are some tips for adding structure to your family’s day.

Is it time for pediatricians to prescribe physical activity?
Few kids today meet the recommended guidelines for daily physical activity. Here’s what we can do about it.

5 group games kids in wheelchairs can play
Kids in wheelchairs may be seated, but that doesn’t mean they have to be sitting still. Here are some ideas for fun, active games.

How educators can use the APPLE Model
The model helps early childhood educators incorporate activities that will encourage young children to develop physical literacy.

No stroller potatoes! Why babies need active play every day
According to the Canadian 24-hour movement guidelines, babies and toddlers should not be restrained in strollers or seats for more than an hour at a time.

Why developing physical literacy is so important for kids
New research highlights the importance of fundamental movement skills, and shows why some kids gravitate towards sedentary activities.

Podcast: What to do about abuse in sport
Marie-Claude Asselin is CEO of the Sport Dispute Resolution Centre of Canada, and worked to launch the Canadian Sport Helpline.

Teachers: Take your kids outside (yes, during class time)
A growing number of teachers are now starting to look for ways to encourage kids to move more during class time, including taking their classes outdoors.

Free multisport program helps more kids develop physical literacy
A new free multisport program in Nova Scotia is helping more Cape Breton Island children develop physical literacy while learning how to play various sports. Capers in the Community launched this summer and is being offered at no cost in towns throughout the Cape Breton Regional Municipality (CBRM). The four-day camp gives children ages five to … Continued