School-age

9 things you didn't know about bedwetting

9 things you didn't know about bedwetting

Jill Buchner

What to do if your kid won't use the school bathroom

What to do if your kid won't use the school bathroom

Rough toilet paper, fear of asking the teacher and #FOMO can lead some kids to avoid the school bathroom—and that’s not good.

Bonnie Schiedel

10 genius ways to reuse broken crayons

10 genius ways to reuse broken crayons

Kids break a lot of crayons. But don't despair. Instead get crafty and turn those broken crayons into something special.

Shohra Adel

Gender in the classroom

Gender in the classroom

Susan Goldberg

3 tips for getting kids back to their school-time sleep schedule

3 tips for getting kids back to their school-time sleep schedule

If you don’t want mornings to be a nightmare come September, you need to get a jump on bedtime. Here’s how to reinstate a rock-solid sleep schedule.

Kathryn Hayward

7 last-minute ways to prepare your kid for their first day of French immersion

7 last-minute ways to prepare your kid for their first day of French immersion

The first day can be tough for a Grade 1 or kindergartener and even more so with a new language to learn. Here’s how to start them off on the right foot.

Davina Sinnatamby

How to have the best school year ever

How to have the best school year ever

Ready to have the best school year ever? Get our top tips for school success, from healthy breakfast ideas to staying organized and everything in between.

Marissa Stapley Ponikowski

How to make Emoji Cookie Pops

How to make Emoji Cookie Pops

Kissy face, eye roll and more! Turn your favourite emojis into a delicious cookie—the perfect treat for an emoji birthday party.

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30 Healthy Lunch Ideas for Kids

30 Healthy Lunch Ideas for Kids

Goodbye lunch box blues! We've rounded up 30 easy and healthy lunch ideas that the kids will gobble up.

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How to make Spelling Bee Cookies

How to make Spelling Bee Cookies

Save the bees! For your kid's next birthday party host a fun spelling bee, complete with delicious bee cookies.

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8 spelling workbooks for kids

8 spelling workbooks for kids

Improve your little bee's spelling skills with one of these fun and educational workbooks.

Emily Rivas

How to teach your kid to tie shoes

How to teach your kid to tie shoes

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How to Raise a Self-Sufficient Kid

How to Raise a Self-Sufficient Kid

From pouring his own drink to tying his shoe, little tasks set kids on the path toward being self-sufficient.

Rhea Seymour

How to make a Woodland Cake

How to make a Woodland Cake

We're going to let you in on a little secret. This Woodland Cake looks quite elaborate, but it's actually very easy to make. We promise.

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How to peel a kiwi: Two easy ways

How to peel a kiwi: Two easy ways

This sweet, green fruit is jam-packed with antioxidants that can help ward off the cold and flu. So eat up! Here's how to quickly peel a kiwi.

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How to cut a mango

How to cut a mango

You really just want to enjoy your mango, but first you have to cut it open. We show you the easiest way to do it.

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Is your kid ready to be home alone?

Is your kid ready to be home alone?

Here's what you need to know before deciding if your kid is ready to stay home alone.

Sasha Emmons

Odd Squad: The Movie in theatres (for one day only) this weekend!

Odd Squad: The Movie in theatres (for one day only) this weekend!

School-age kids will love watching the quirky kid agents of Odd Squad on the big screen.

Chad Sapieha

4 social skills school-age kids should know

4 social skills school-age kids should know

As kids grow, their repertoire of social skills should expand beyond basic "please" and "thank you."

Allan Britnell

Canadian kids are getting a D-minus in physical activity

Canadian kids are getting a D-minus in physical activity

The latest ParticipACTION report card is in, and Canadian kids don't score well when it comes to movement skills and physical activity.

Lisa Kadane