Topics: Active play

From festivals to contests, cities and towns across Canada are embracing winter through fun activities that encourage residents to get moving outdoors. Find out what’s going on in your area!

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

Even though snow provides many opportunities for play, there are plenty of great outdoor winter activities for families when there’s no snow on the ground!

Risky and unstructured play have a crucial role in the physical, mental, and social development of children, says the Canadian Paediatric Society.

Not only can these games help kids love to read, but they can also help kids love to move their bodies. It’s a win-win!

A parachute is a simple, affordable toy and there are so many games to play with it! Try these fun activities with your kids.

It was a good year of activities and games for kids in 2023! Here are some of our most-read articles this year.

Check out these great stocking stuffer ideas that will get kids moving and having fun.

From soccer drills to nature scavenger hunts, try these fun and engaging outdoor activities for 4 year olds!

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

Engage your kids with these fun and active frisbee games!

You can easily enjoy the last few weeks of summer vacation as a family—just try one or all of these seven fun activities!

These splash pads are not only refreshing and fun—they’re also the coolest free (or inexpensive) options in Canada.

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

Transform your backyard into an active play space for your kids! Get practical tips and creative ideas to encourage outdoor fun and physical activity.

Whether you’re looking for games for a big group or just a few, this list is a great go-to guide for fun, active, no-equipment outdoor games!

The fabulous fours! 4 year olds are continuing to develop their confidence and independence while being curious and creative. Try these fun boredom-busting activities with your 4 year old.

Step back in time with these fun old-school activities for kids! Learn how to play sardines, marbles, elastics, and more.

This fun scavenger hunt is the perfect way for kids to embrace spring after months of winter!

Getting a 2 year old dressed in snow gear should be an Olympic sport! The effort is more than worth it though. Outdoor play is important for kids’ healthy growth and development.

This fun winter scavenger hunt is a great way for kids to explore the changes in winter weather and improve fundamental movement skills.

These simple (and budget-friendly!) outdoor games will get your kids excited about getting outside and moving their bodies.

Here’s a round-up of our top games and activities that will be a hit with everyone in the family—both grown-ups and kiddos.

This fall scavenger hunt is a fun way for kids to explore seasonal changes and practice fundamental movement skills along the way.