Extracurricular activities

What to do When Your Kids Want to Quit Extracurriculars

What to do When Your Kids Want to Quit Extracurriculars

This “finish what you start” attitude worked for me and it’s working for my kid, but it may not work for everyone.

Jenn Cox

This psychologist says it's NBD if your kid isn't in any extracurriculars this fall

This psychologist says it's NBD if your kid isn't in any extracurriculars this fall

Your kid will be fine without extracurriculars, and there are other (free!) ways that parents can create meaningful learning experiences.

Dr. Jillian Roberts

Not sure what activities your kid should do? Check their sun sign

Not sure what activities your kid should do? Check their sun sign

When it comes to extracurriculars, the zodiac says your little Leo is bound for drama club and your Taurus will thrive as class treasurer.

Elena Lissitsyna, Founder and CEO, Impact Astrology Inc.

Here's what it takes for your kid to become a child actor

Here's what it takes for your kid to become a child actor

If you think your kid has the 'it' factor, these tips from a former Hollywood talent manage could help you raise the next Disney star!

Sara Romano

Why I Signed My Kid up for Outschool—and How to Get 25% off Classes, Tutoring and Activities

Why I Signed My Kid up for Outschool—and How to Get 25% off Classes, Tutoring and Activities

Outschool offers classes, tutoring and afterschool activities for all ages—see our comprehensive Outschool review.

Christine Persaud

5 Good Reasons to be a Bad Parent

5 Good Reasons to be a Bad Parent

I was parent-shamed at my kid’s playground. Then I realized, I wasn’t going to apologize for being what some might call a “bad parent”.

Mark Pupo

My kids began to thrive the minute I stopped scheduling them

My kids began to thrive the minute I stopped scheduling them

Many parents feel pressured to enrol their kids in every possible activity. But when one mom tossed her family’s activity calendar, her kids were relieved.

Hannah Grieco

Extracurriculars: How many is too many?

Extracurriculars: How many is too many?

Is your kid overbooked? Here's how to determine what and how many things your kid should be doing outside of the classroom.

Corinna Vangerwen

This Uber-for-kids brings your kids to their activities—so you don't have to

This Uber-for-kids brings your kids to their activities—so you don't have to

Kids have such busy schedules these days. This ride-share service will get you back to feeling like a parent—not a chauffeur.

Kevin John Siazon

Boys can be dancers, and there’s nothing wrong with that

Boys can be dancers, and there’s nothing wrong with that

For these three boys, dance has become an integral part of their lives—and they have the moves to prove it.

Louise Gleeson

5 ways to save money on extracurricular activities

5 ways to save money on extracurricular activities

5 ways to save money on extracurricular activities

Luke Alexander, MoneySense

Should you let your kids quit extracurricular activities?

Should you let your kids quit extracurricular activities?

Tiger Mom or Dolphin Parent? Two parents and their opinions on letting children quit extracurricular activities.

Lisa Murphy

Signing up for Parks and Rec programs without wanting to die

Signing up for Parks and Rec programs without wanting to die

It’s D-day, people. If you live in the City of Toronto, tomorrow morning is when your child’s future happiness is determined forever.

Leah Rumack

Healthy Family Challenge Fitness Plan: Week 2

Healthy Family Challenge Fitness Plan: Week 2

Get your family excited about healthy active living with this weekly Healthy Family Challenge!

Stacy Irvine

How to raise the next Sidney Crosby

How to raise the next Sidney Crosby

What you say (or don’t say) to young hockey players and athletes can make all the difference.

Shawna Cohen

Healthy Family Challenge Fitness Plan: Week 3

Healthy Family Challenge Fitness Plan: Week 3

Get your family excited about healthy active living with this weekly Healthy Family Challenge!

Today's Parent

Should you teach your kids to fail?

Should you teach your kids to fail?

Too many kids expect to win. Will greater childhood resiliency come from learning how to embrace failure?

Jennifer Pinarski

Kids' sports in Canada: All new stats for parents

Kids' sports in Canada: All new stats for parents

A new study reveals some interesting facts about the state of kids' sports in Canada.

Ian Mendes

Kids and failure: When size holds them back

Kids and failure: When size holds them back

One mom confesses her concerns about her son’s small size and how it might hold him back from activities he loves.

Jennifer Pinarski

Guide to 2013 family tax credits and deductions

Guide to 2013 family tax credits and deductions

In the stress and chaos of tax season, these 8 family tax credits and deductions can help save you time and money.

Today's Parent

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