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The Best Books for Reluctant Readers

Some kids are voracious readers who devour books all year long. But for others, reading can be a challenge at the best of times. So how do you get them off their devices and get reluctant readers turning pages? See all our picks for keeping kids reading.

12 Picky Eater Hacks

Only eats noodles. Won’t touch vegetables. Squirms at the thought of meat. Subsists on air and milk. We know that it’s tough managing a picky eater, especially amongst the comments such as ‘When is so-and-so going to eat real food?’ or ‘We were lucky, our kids ate everything.’ So helpful. No worries, we’ve got a few new ideas, tips and tools to add to your picky eating arsenal. Because when they’re hungry enough they’ll eat anything—ha. As if.

SuzyQ Doughnuts

SuzyQ’s Doughnuts has gone through some major changes recently, including a brand new storefront on Wellington West. Read our review here.

The Best Calgary Summer Day Camps

From the arts to science, dance to martial arts, there’s something here to suit every kid. Read on to see our picks for the best day camps in and around Calgary this summer.

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Childproofing Tips for the Modern Home

Click to see our Childproofing 2.0 Tips for the Modern Home.

25 Easy Easter Crafts, Recipes and Activities

25 Easy Easter Crafts, Recipes and Activities

Our favourite part of Easter, hands down, is seeing how excited our kids get on Easter morning. Spread the happiness with these easy and fun crafts, recipes and activities. Happy Easter!

Bloomers! VeggiePOPS!

Welcome spring with this mess-free educational activity.

26 Sinful Chocolate Easter Recipes

26 Sinful Chocolate Easter Recipes

Nothing says ‘Easter’ quite like chocolate. In honour of the season, we’ve rounded up the best chocolatey recipes from our talented bloggers. It’s chocolate overload, but you won’t find us complaining.

A Family-Friendly Make-Ahead Brunch Menu for Spring

A flavourful and simple brunch menu for spring, that can be adapted to be made-ahead of time.

Easy Grasshopper Ice Cream Pie

This goof-proof pie is such an ego booster because pretty much everyone who’s lucky enough to eat a slice will profess their admiration for your culinary skills.

Egg-citing Easter Events and Activities in Vancouver

Whether you’re looking for a fun way to get outside and enjoy the beautiful spring weather, or just need a way to keep the kids entertained over the long weekend, we’ve rounded up our favourite local brunches, egg hunts, and Easter festivals happening all over the city. Hop to it!

Timex Kids Analog Watch

This pick lends a helping hand to kiddos learning how to tell time.

30 Ways to Save Money at the Grocery Store

For many, saving money at the grocery store is not just a hobby but a necessity. We’ve put together 27 ideas for saving money at the grocery store, with hope that these tips will help you take a bite out of rising food prices.

Forest Play

We all know the benefits of spending time outdoors in nature, but getting our kids unstructured time in green spaces is harder than it sounds. Enter Nature’s Tracks Forest Play, a Canmore-based program that fosters a love of the great outdoors for pre-school and elementary aged children.

Dingerz Batting and Pitching Centre

Baseball fans, are you ready for the new season? You can practice your skills just like the major league players thanks to a new batting and pitching centre.

Nature’s Tracks Forest Play

We all know the benefits of spending time outdoors in nature, but getting our kids unstructured time in green spaces is harder than it sounds. Enter Nature’s Tracks Forest Play, a Canmore-based program that fosters a love of the great outdoors for pre-school and elementary aged children.

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Glama Gal Tween Spa

Glama Gal Tween Spa caters to kids, and this pink paradise is more than just a day spa for kids. It caters to the smaller set with manicure and pedicure stations just their size, and staff who love pampering little princes and princesses.

Our Favourite Easter App for Kids

Cuddling up to read this story is definitely our new family Easter tradition. We’re adding it to the list, along with unwrapping our gold foil chocolate bunnies for a nibble or two.

One-Pan Lasagna

This super simple, super tasty lasagna is low on mess and prep.

Vancouver Birthday Party Services That Come to You

Whether your comedy act is getting old or you draw the line at entertaining your child’s ten best friends, hiring an entertainer or birthday party service is money well spent. In Vancouver, our options are as vast as our child’s imaginations are large; here are a few of our in-house party favourites.