
6 budget-friendly winter activities for families
Skiing in the mountains isn’t always an accessible or affordable option. Here’s how to stay active as a family without breaking the bank.

Healthy on-the-go snacks for active kids
This is an awesome, mom-tested list of snacks kids can eat in the car, on their way to practices, games, or sessions.

How to create a nature mandala on your walks this winter
Making a mandala is an artistic activity that immerses kids in nature while spending time together outdoors as a family.

Free apps and websites that will get your kids moving
Screen time doesn’t have to mean sedentary time. These apps and websites will help keep kids engaged and active!

Our most-read articles of 2021
From play to activity ideas to healthy snacks, here are eight memorable articles that our readers loved and shared this year.

An easy way to get moving as a family after school—no scheduling required
It can be tough to feel motivated to get active as a family after school, but this mom has a great tip for doing it successfully.

Small ways to build physical activity into your daily routine
Adding a little more physical activity into your day doesn’t have to be difficult! Check out these simple ideas to try with your kids.

How walking changed my life
I started walking because it was easy. Now I walked with purpose. I walked so I would get out of bed in the morning.

Yoga books for kids that will make moving fun
Yoga books encourage mental and physical literacy—plus, kids can learn common yoga poses in easy-to-understand language.

5 fun ways to get active during Thanksgiving weekend
This Thanksgiving weekend, these fun ideas will have your family creating memories together while getting active at the same time!

How to get your tween moving—when it’s the last thing they feel like doing
The tween years are hard. Check out these ideas to get your child active (hint: they incorporate some of your tween’s favourite things!).

20 active loot bag ideas
Traditionally, loot bags are full of candy and treats. Why not change that up and stock them with fun, active toys for kids?

Yoga techniques to help your kids sleep
Getting a good night’s sleep is so important for us. Something that’s helped my own sleep, as well as my son’s, is yoga.

Fun & active birthday party theme ideas
The best birthday parties start with a theme. Check out this awesome list of fun ideas for your child’s birthday party.

Why self-care isn’t selfish
Self-care isn’t just face masks or smoothie bowls. Check out these simple ideas for how parents can take time for self-care during the day.

Play is what we need: How cities responded when playgrounds were closed
During the pandemic, cities got creative in making play-friendly parks, streets, and other areas for families to enjoy.

7 ways to inspire your tween to get outside and active this summer
Getting your tween active—and out of the house—can be challenging. Check out these activities that’ll get them moving this summer.

How to set a realistic summer screen time plan for your tween
When managing your tween’s summer screen time, the goal is teaching them about balance and self-regulation. Here are some tips.

19 simple ways to raise kids who love being active
As a mom, I’ve tried to nurture my children’s love of movement and physical activity. Here are my best tips for parents.

The key to flourishing in 2021—it’s simpler than you think
The past year has been tough. National Health and Fitness Day is one opportunity to celebrate physical activity and move to feel good!

How to have a summer filled with independent play
Independent play is an important skill for children to develop. Here are some tips to help encourage your kids to try it.

How to curb your pandemic blues: Choose to move every day
Living through a pandemic has exposed us to chronic unpredictable stress. Here’s how you can help care for yourself and your mental health.

One Yukon dancer’s mission to lift Canadians’ spirits through positivity and bhangra
By posting videos of himself dancing bhangra, Gurdeep Pandher says he’s trying to spread joy, hope, and positivity around the world.

How to make a DIY mud kitchen
A mud kitchen—an outdoor play kitchen and sand table accessorized with dirt, twigs, and flowers—is messy, wet, and gloriously fun.