2 Hours Screen Time? Really?
The Canadian physical education lobby group Participaction recently released their latest Report Card on Physical Activity for Children and Youth. If you haven’t seen it,… Read More »2 Hours Screen Time? Really?
Who is Your Hero?
Do you have someone you’d love to emulate, or someone who’s values and integrity are what you aspire to? Do you have someone who saved… Read More »Who is Your Hero?
Do Your Kids Emotions Matter? Big Time!
I have a confession to make. Sometimes I discount things my kids say. It’s true! I know, hard to imagine, me, not really paying attention… Read More »Do Your Kids Emotions Matter? Big Time!
Camping is Better than Staying Home. It’s in a Book!
While camping is something that I really enjoy, I never had much opportunity to do it when I was a child. My older brother Rob… Read More »Camping is Better than Staying Home. It’s in a Book!
Does your child suffer from Nature Deficit Disorder?
Earlier this year I came across an interesting study that involved children and their favourite activities. Researchers gathered together several groups of children and their… Read More »Does your child suffer from Nature Deficit Disorder?
Best Friends Forever
While it is often said that no two kids are alike, many children do share the same traits and temperaments. Sibling dynamics are different as… Read More »Best Friends Forever
Bringing the World to Our Home
Living in a small town can be a bit limiting when it comes to cultural experiences. Our family shares this part of the world with… Read More »Bringing the World to Our Home
Friday Night Date Night
When I was in my 30’s, I really didn’t count a trip to Costco on a Friday night as a particularly special outing. More likely… Read More »Friday Night Date Night
