Say hello to season three of Shopkins. Here are some toys we love from the new collection.

You've got to take a look at the new Shopkins!

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Why does McDonald’s still label toys based on gender?

Major news for Barbie—she can finally wear flats!

American Girl dolls: Love ’em or loathe ’em?

Indoor Activities

Everything you need to know about kids and toddlers, including behaviour and development, sleep, potty training, preschool, and how to handle picky eaters.

Kids

Make this the best summer ever with these fun crafts.

16 fun and easy summer crafts

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8 essential craft supplies to keep on hand

Crafts

Crafts are a fantastic way to help your kids develop creativity and fine motor skills. Get the whole family together around these kid-friendly craft activities.

Family

Let us help navigate daily life with your growing family, with everything from kids’ craft and activity ideas to advice on discipline and birthday party inspiration.

Grab the kids and check out some of the country's best community festivals.

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Ski resorts in summer: 15 Canadian hot spots

Outdoor activities

There's nothing like quality time with your family. We’ve got fun ideas for indoor games, camping and travel tips, holiday crafts, and everything in between.

Activities

Don't let that coffee spill leave a lingering stain on your clothes. Here's the trick to removing a coffee stain for good, using products you likely already have in your laundry room or cleaning closet.

Coffee is essential to parenthood. And inevitably you spill it. Here's how to remove coffee stains.

How to remove coffee stains

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Whether you're throwing a birthday bash or just want to keep them busy on a rainy afternoon, try this easy craft with your kids.

Craft: Striped yarn decoration

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Emma Waverman is surprised by the parenting lessons she learned after watching Pixar's latest animated adventure.

11 lessons I learned from Pixar's Inside Out

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Mental health

Blogs

Emma Waverman shares why she hosts sleepovers almost every weekend—and why you should embrace the fun (and chaos).

Kids' sleepovers: Why I embrace the chaos (all the time!)

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Sleep

Spend a messy afternoon making your own party pinata, a classic birthday party decoration and activity in one.

DIY Craft: Make a party pinata

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What kid can resist the urge to play with squishy clay? Give in to the temptation and create these awesome clay crafts.

9 easy clay crafts for kids

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This modern baby mobile is neutral enough to fit any decor.

DIY modern embroidery mobile

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Craft: How to make a duct tape zipper case 

9 festive fall crafts for school-age kids 

Looking for cabin fever relievers? A simple roll of masking tape can provide hours of easy entertainment.

How to play with masking tape

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Sometimes, the home decor we love in stores is just a little out of our price range. Here are some smart home hacks that even kids can help with.

Home hacks: 13 easy DIY projects

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Home office: 8 professional organization tips

DIY project: Painted magazine-rack-turned-book-holder

Crafting for kids: DIY personalized tote bag

Alfresco adventures await active families at these summer-ready ski resorts.

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Smugglers' Notch: Summer family destination (yes!)

Canada's best summer resorts for families

Why you should underschedule your kids’ summer

We've got the clues to help you solve this elementary planning puzzle.

Birthday party ideas: Detective theme

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From birthday party decorations and kid-friendly finger foods to the coolest kids party ideas, learn how to throw the best kids' birthday parties ever. 

Birthday parties

These easy cookie recipes will disappear faster than you can make them.

15 fabulous cookie recipes

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Recipes

Whether your little one is a fan of the Jedi Masters or the Evil Empire, we've rounded up 11 great picks for every type of Star Wars fan.

Star Wars: 11 out-of-this-galaxy gifts

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The Family Channel premieres LEGO: The Yoda Chronicles

Leah Rumack takes her family on a picturesque trip through the Eastern Townships of Quebec.

Family fun in Quebec

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How to do Disney without losing your mind!

Ultimate guide to family road trips in Canada

10 things that will likely happen on your family road trip 

Satisfy your family’s sweet tooth with a quintessentially Canadian outing.

All the best maple syrup farms & festivals in Canada

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It's #MuseumWeek! Come celebrate our amazing Canadian museums and learn some fun facts along the way.

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Jurassic Park recreated with Lego in epic stop-motion video!

Indoor Activities

Shopkins alert! The cutest collectibles from season 3

16 fun and easy summer crafts

11 cool community festivals across the country

How to remove coffee stains

How to make a pinwheel

Craft: Striped yarn decoration

11 lessons I learned from Disney Pixar's Inside Out

Kids' sleepovers: Why I embrace the chaos (all the time!)

DIY Craft: Make a party pinata

9 easy clay crafts for kids

DIY modern embroidery mobile

How to play with masking tape

DIY decor: 13 easy and trendy home hacks

Ski resorts in summer: 15 Canadian hot spots

Birthday party ideas: Detective theme

15 easy cookie recipes

Star Wars: 11 out-of-this-galaxy gifts

Family fun in Quebec

All the best maple syrup farms and festivals in Canada

#MuseumWeek: Come join the historical fun