Kids

Preschool

Preschoolers are constantly learning to interpret about the world around them. Learn how to support your kids' development in this important stage of life.

10 no-snow winter activities

10 no-snow winter activities

Despite common belief, parts of Canada don't get a lot of snow! Here are some winter activities to keep the kids busy even if the ground isn't covered in the white stuff.

Diana Ballon

About to lose your sh*t? 10 tricks to use when your kids are misbehaving

About to lose your sh*t? 10 tricks to use when your kids are misbehaving

How can your kid know exactly which buttons to press for maximum effect? Before you lose your temper, here are 10 things to try.

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Is it normal for your kid to talk to themselves?

Is it normal for your kid to talk to themselves?

Lots of kids talk to themselves (or an imaginary audience) as they go about their day, but is this constant chatter something parents should worry about?

Claire Sibonney

6 Things to Know About Melatonin for Kids

6 Things to Know About Melatonin for Kids

Melatonin does help kids fall asleep—but it’s not appropriate for every child. Here's what every parent should know about melatonin for kids.

Claire Gagne

20 Indoor Games to Keep Kids Entertained on a Rainy Day

20 Indoor Games to Keep Kids Entertained on a Rainy Day

Here's a list of indoor games and activities that will keep the kids (and you) happy and active—no TV or video games required.

Haley Overland

What to do when your child has earwax buildup

What to do when your child has earwax buildup

Too much earwax can lead to hearing problems—but there's a wrong way to remove it! Here's how to safely remove earwax.

Claire Gagne

11 easy Halloween face painting tutorials

11 easy Halloween face painting tutorials

Does your kid want to be a werewolf for Halloween? Or maybe he likes being a cat? Turn him into his fave creatures with these face-painting tutorials.

Alyssa Ashton

6 easy yoga poses for kids

6 easy yoga poses for kids

Whether it's a frog or a camel, here are some fun animal-themed yoga poses for kids.

Jessica Spera

No, kids are not “colourblind”

No, kids are not “colourblind”

One of the most effective ways to fight racial bias in kids is to not only allow them to see colour, but to also deliberately show them more of it.

Ijeoma Oluo

Kids' Coughs: How to Tell When it's Serious

Kids' Coughs: How to Tell When it's Serious

When should you call the doctor? Use this primer to quickly identify different types of coughs and which one might be ailing your child.

Cheryl Embrett

Don’t want your kid to be racist? Expose them to more people who don’t look like them

Don’t want your kid to be racist? Expose them to more people who don’t look like them

A new study finds that implicit racial bias starts as early as age 3—but parents and teachers can take action to help eliminate prejudice.

Valerie Howes

51 easy Halloween costumes for kids

51 easy Halloween costumes for kids

These kids halloween costumes are faster than the lineup at the party store and easier than one of those fancy pumpkin-carving stencils.

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How to know if your preschooler is struggling with anxiety

How to know if your preschooler is struggling with anxiety

While some stress over being apart from a parent is normal, here's what to do when this anxiety is affecting your kid's day-to-day life.

Julia Pelly

9 easy, everyday ways to practise math concepts at home with your preschooler

9 easy, everyday ways to practise math concepts at home with your preschooler

Forget about flash cards and repetitive counting. Math for preschool kids can be as simple as playing in the tub or helping to set the table.

Rosemarie T. Truglio

6 ways to make family dinner happen

6 ways to make family dinner happen

We know gathering around the table every night is important for kids, but with our hectic schedules... how are we supposed to make family dinners happen?

Sasha Emmons

Trouble Down There: 7 Common Reasons for Your Kid's Discomfort

Trouble Down There: 7 Common Reasons for Your Kid's Discomfort

From urinary tract infections to pinworms, here are the most common reasons why your child will experience discomfort down there.

Cheryl Embrett

My kid is so ready for kindergarten—and I'm so not

My kid is so ready for kindergarten—and I'm so not

I hope that starting kindergarten will help my baby grow up (but just not too quickly, please!).

Katie Dupuis

41 best store-bought Halloween costumes for kids

41 best store-bought Halloween costumes for kids

Curious what the most popular Halloween costumes will be this year? Check out our favourite costumes you can get right from the costume store!

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Separation anxiety: How to deal with the dreaded drop-off

Separation anxiety: How to deal with the dreaded drop-off

If morning drop-offs are leaving you with tear-stained clothes and guilt, try these ideas to help your kid make an easier transition.

Kate Stewart

How to pack a kid's backpack for school

How to pack a kid's backpack for school

Help your student start the school year strong by organizing their bag with easy access in mind. Here's how to pack a kid's backpack for school

Jessica Robinson