Preschool

Everything you need to know about preschool

Everything you need to know about preschool

When do kids start preschool? And is my kid ready to start? Teachers share their insider tips so you’ll know what to expect when it comes to preschool.

Celia Shatzman

How to make Yogurt Parfait Popsicles

How to make Yogurt Parfait Popsicles

Looking to make a healthy popsicle? We show you how to make a cool treat using yogurt and jam.

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How to make a watermelon BBQ

How to make a watermelon BBQ

Take your barbecue to the next level by making a watermelon BBQ complete with candy skewers.

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How to make t-shirt friendship bracelets

How to make t-shirt friendship bracelets

Grab some colourful T-shirts the kids have outgrown and turn them into adorable friendship bracelets.

Alyssa Ashton

How to make Mango Mojitos for adults and kids

How to make Mango Mojitos for adults and kids

We show you how to make virgin and alcoholic Mango Mojitos.

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How to make Pineapple Mojitos for adults and kids

How to make Pineapple Mojitos for adults and kids

Cocktail time—and mocktail time for the kids. We show you how to make virgin and alcoholic Pineapple Mojitos.

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How to cut mess-free watermelon slices

How to cut mess-free watermelon slices

Quickly cut watermelon into kid-size slices with this awesome trick.

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How to make Pineapple Pops

How to make Pineapple Pops

Looking for a summer dessert that's not filled with sugar? Try Pineapple Pops—your kids will be asking for seconds (and thirds) of this sweet treat.

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Do kids really get growing pains?

Do kids really get growing pains?

Cramps in the shins or knees are sometimes attributed to growing pains. Here’s how to know if growth is causing your kid’s pain.

Dr. Dina Kulik

Ontario Liberals promise free daycare for preschoolers in 2020

Ontario Liberals promise free daycare for preschoolers in 2020

Some weight has been taken off parents' shoulders as the Liberal party announces free child care for Ontario residents—but you have to wait until 2020.

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How to handle the silent treatment from your preschooler

How to handle the silent treatment from your preschooler

Everyone knows kids hate listening. So here's what you can do on the days when your preschooler doesn’t seem to hear you.

Jennifer Goldberg

3 Ways to Make Bedtime Less of a Battle

3 Ways to Make Bedtime Less of a Battle

Have your hands full with an overtired, tantrum-prone kid? Stop the bedtime battle and ease him into a simple sleep-time routine with these tips.

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25 super cute umbrellas for kids

25 super cute umbrellas for kids

Don't fret when it rains, instead hand your kid one of these adorable umbrellas and let them enjoy a stylish (and dry) stroll.

Jessica Spera

5 fun indoor games for kids

5 fun indoor games for kids

When you're stuck inside with the kids, everyone starts to go a bit stir-crazy! But don't because we've got easy ways to keep the kids busy indoors.

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If you live in this province, you could qualify for free childcare

If you live in this province, you could qualify for free childcare

One Canadian province is offering free childcare for parents whose annual income is under $37,500 in an effort to break the cycle of generational poverty

Kevin John Siazon

How to make a burger cake

How to make a burger cake

Planning a 1950s birthday party complete with poodle skirts and jukebox tunes? For dessert serve up milkshakes and this delicious burger cake.

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Is it weird if my preschooler still has a special stuffie?

Is it weird if my preschooler still has a special stuffie?

For some kids, the love affair with a lovey or stuffie seems never-ending. How old is too old?

Karen Robock

14 tips for dealing with picky eaters

14 tips for dealing with picky eaters

Have a picky eater? Don't panic! There are some simple tricks you can try to make dinnertime less of a battle—and to get your kid to actually eat.

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13 iconic toys from the '60s

13 iconic toys from the '60s

You might be surprised to know that many of your favourite 60s toys are still on the market today. Now, go out and buy yourself a Slinky!

Amy Valm

How to make a foosball table

How to make a foosball table

Turn a shoebox into an awesome Foosball table. And then prepare for hours of fun as you play. GOAL!

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