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Kids and Parents Will Both Love New Kids Gourmet Slammers SuperFood Snacks-Giveaway

When my boys were toddlers, they loved Baby Gourmet Squoosh Snacks. In fact, they enjoyed eating the squeezable pouches of pureed organic fruit right up into their school days. And why not? The pouches are portable, mess-free, healthy and taste great! But unfortunately, since the products are targeted towards infants, they have a design that’s […]

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Give the Gift of Classic Fun with Rubik’s Cubes and Pro Packs

For forty years, The Rubik’s Cube has been a top gift choice during the holiday season. The best-selling puzzle in history provides endless hours of entertaining fun for kids of all ages, even though it’s generally sure to inspire some frustration as well! And this year, in celebration of the cube’s 40th Anniversary, Rubik’s is

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Kids Sleep Better with the Cloud B Charley the Chameleon Toy-Giveaway

One of my favourite companies when looking for gifts for little ones is Cloud B, and that’s partly because I know just how important a good night’s sleep is not just for babies, but for their parents too! My boys loved climbing into bed and looking at the softly lit stars created by their Cloud

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Give Your Kids the Gift of Creativity with Kiwi Crate Subscription Boxes

With so many gift options consisting of tech devices, video games or battery-operated toys, it can be hard to really encourage creativity and imagination in kids when choosing Christmas presents. But those gifts that let kids build, use their hands and learn are often the most popular ones and that’s why Kiwi Crate has made

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Kids Can Listen to Their Favourite Books Again and Again with the Sparkup Magical Book Reader-Giveaway

Due to the nature of my job, I have to travel fairly often and while I am sometimes able to take my boys with me, other times I have to leave them with family while I’m away. I know that they have a great time while I’m gone, but I also know they miss some

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Find the Perfect Gift for Kids of All Ages on the Mattel Holiday Toys Website

If there’s one company that immediately springs to mind when it comes to holiday shopping for kids, it’s Mattel. Boys, girls, toddlers and tweens can all find a favourite toy among Mattel’s incredible collection. In fact, my oldest son once went through a Hot Wheels phase that lasted for years and even had me hunting

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Celebrate the Holidays with Exclusive New Toys from Build-a-Bear Workshop-Giveaway

In this house, it’s just not the holidays without at least one or two new fun-filled toys from Build-A-Bear Workshop! Whether we’re choosing a special stuffie for one of the cousins or I’m treating the boys to a new cuddly friend, Build-A-Bear has been a part of our Christmas for years now. And this year

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Watch How to Train Your Dragon 2 and Let Kids Have Fun with Downloadable Activity Sheets Too-Giveaway

There aren’t many children that don’t love the hit DreamWorks movie How to Train Your Dragon, and now the fun is continuing on Blu-ray and DVD with How to Train Your Dragon 2! If your kids haven’t seen the newest adventures of Hiccup and Toothless, you’ll want to pick up a copy of the movie

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Kids Will Love Learning this Christmas with the VTech InnoTab Max Tablet-Giveaway

It’s hard to believe it, but Christmas is only about six weeks away and my boys are already starting to get excited. The hunt to find the perfect toys for under the tree has begun and this year, VTech has a great new option for parents that want to combine fun and learning! The new

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Encourage STEM Learning with HEXBUG VEX Robotics Building Kits

My boys have been fans of the HEXBUG product line since the brand first released the adorable HEXBUG Nano micro robotic creatures, little critters powered by vibration technology that raced around elaborate tracks. Since then, we’ve discovered some of the other great HEXBUG products and now, just in time for the holidays, HEXBUG has a

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Treat Your Little Goblins to 4 Easy and Healthy Halloween Snacks

Halloween is just a few days away and since kids will soon be indulging in all kinds of sweet treats, I thought I’d create a few healthy Halloween snacks for my little monsters this year. Planning a Halloween party menu without overindulging on sweets doesn’t have to mean skimping on fun and these four simple

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Learn to Read for FREE with a 4 WEEK Trial of Reading Eggs!

Reading Eggs provides a comprehensive range of online reading lessons and e-books that teach kids ages 3-13 the literacy skills needed for a lifetime of reading success. Over 90% of parents using Reading Eggs report a noticeable improvement in their child’s reading skills because the program makes learning phonics and basic reading skills fun. Your

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Scare Up Some Fun with Easy Butterscotch Rice Krispies Lollipops this Halloween

Halloween is fast approaching and I can already sense the excitement in the air as my boys plan their costumes and anticipate the candy spree they’ll soon be enjoying. I must admit that I never pass up any opportunity to celebrate an event and Halloween is one of my favourite holidays to go all-out decorating

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Enjoy the Blu-ray Release of Mr Peabody & Sherman with Fun Downloable Activity Sheets-Giveaway

The incredibly popular new animated feature Mr. Peabody & Sherman is available today on Blu-ray and DVD, and 20th Century Fox is in the mood to celebrate! So what’s the best way to enjoy the release of this fun-filled movie with your kids? With some Mr. Peabody & Sherman activity sheets of course!

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Get a Boston Pizza Kids Card for $5 and Support Boston Pizza Foundation Future Prospects

If there’s something that makes a regular day extra special for parents and kids alike, it’s going out for a nice dinner. And when I want to treat my boys to a night out, Boston Pizza is our favourite destination. I love the variety of pizza, pasta and burgers available and the boys love choosing

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Let Your Kids Blast Up Some Fun with BOOMco Toys from Mattel #BOOMcoBLAST

My boys are always excited to check out the latest new toys and so when a large BOOMco box from Mattel arrived at the front door recently, Zackary and Benjamin were bouncing off the walls with excitement. This new line of blasters features fun soft tips that will stick to targets without damaging breakable household

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Our Family is Smiling Brighter Thanks to Philips Sonicare! #SonicareSmile

About two weeks ago, Philips Sonicare challenged my boys and I to change our smiles with the help of the new Sonicare DiamondClean adult toothbrush and the Sonicare for Kids power toothbrush. In just two weeks, the brushes promised to improve our smiles and as a family that’s had plenty of dental concerns already, that

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Stay Healthy this School Year with Homeopathic Treatments from Orange Naturals

It’s almost time for my boys to head back to school and that means that I want to make sure our family is all feeling healthy and energized for the days ahead. From back-to-school shopping to those first long days of classes, there’s no more important time to ensure that we’re eating right, getting lots

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Kids Can Learn, Play and Record Memories with the VTech Kidizoom Smartwatch

Owning a smartwatch is all the rage right now and even kids are getting in on the fun thanks to VTech! Just in time for back-to-school, VTech Canada has released the VTech Kidizoom Smartwatch, a durable multi-tasking watch that lets kids learn as they play! This watch is great for teaching children to tell time,

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Kids Will Have a Healthy Summer with Natrol Angry Birds Vitamins

My boys are huge fans of the Angry Birds franchise, and in addition to the games themselves, they have a collection of memorabilia including stuffed toys, building sets and mini characters. But now, thanks to Natrol, Zackary and Benjamin have a whole new way to enjoy Angry Birds…as vitamins! New Natrol Angry Birds vitamins come

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KRE-O Transformers: Age of Extinction Building Sets are Perfect for Summer Fun-Giveaway #BuildKREO

When I was a child, the highlight of my week used to be sitting down on Saturday to watch the Transformers cartoon. So when the first hit movie was released in 2007, I saw it as soon as I could. But while I love the movies, I think what I love even more about the

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Nature’s Path EnviroKidz Cereal Makes Breakfast Delicious, Healthy and Eco-Friendly-Giveaway

When it comes to breakfast, I really can’t go wrong giving my boys cereal. They love almost any variety of cold breakfast cereal and as an added bonus for me, Zackary is old enough now to pour out cereal and milk for himself and his brother! But when I’m choosing breakfast cereal for my boys,

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Toddlers Learn to Pedal Quicker with the SmarTrike Touch Steering Chic 4-in-1 Tricycle-Giveaway

I still remember how exciting it was for me when my boys started learning to pedal a tricycle, but it was also a long process, especially since in the beginning I had to be bent down behind the tricycle pushing it to help my boys figure out how to use it! At the time, I

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Jason Priestley on Diaper Bags, Clean Water and the Magic of Parenthood

Jason Priestley may be best known for his role as teen heartthrob Brandon Walsh, but these days he has plenty of other work keeping him busy. From his guest appearance on Package Deal to directing his first full-length feature to publishing his memoir, there’s always a lot on the Vancouver-born actor’s plate. Even so, he

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Talking about Whether Kids Should Use Tech Before They Can Read on Discuss.fm

If there’s one thing I love, it’s a good debate but to really develop an interesting conversation, a great topic is essential. As a mother, I have a lot of opinions when it comes to parenting and recently I learned about a fun new debate and discussion site that’s full of great topics called Discuss.

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Survive Being a Hockey Parent with Tips from Olympians’ Moms and McDonald’s Canada

Every hockey parent knows that it’s not just a child that makes sacrifices in order to play on a team, it’s the parents too! From early morning practices to long drives to games to hours spent in a cold arena cheering on your child, it’s no small job being a hockey parent! But it can

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Help Your Child Gain Kitchen Confidence with OwlKids Books Starting from Scratch by Sarah Elton-Giveaway

I started helping my parents in the kitchen when I was about five years old. From baking cookies with my mom to making pancakes with my dad, if there was something tasty getting made, I was there lending a hand. As soon as I learned to read, I started reading recipes and cooking on my

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Help Kids Gain Independance in the Bathroom with Bathroom Buddies from Today’s Parent and P&G-Giveaway #PGMom

My boys are both old enough that they’re pretty much independent when it comes to bathroom routines. From using the toilet to brushing their teeth, they don’t really need Mom’s help anymore. (Though their aim sometimes could use some work!) Building that independence has taken time and effort, especially when it was time to brush

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Help Keep Kids Healthy with Treehhouse Kids Supplements from Webber Naturals-Giveaway

My boys, who were once the pickiest eaters imaginable, are gradually getting better and better about eating new foods. But I still like to make sure that they’re getting all the vitamins and minerals that their bodies need, especially in the winter when finding high-quality fresh produce gets harder. That’s why I’m a big fan

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Introduce Your Children to Two Classic Muppet Movies Now on Blu-ray from Disney

When I was just a child, one of our family’s weekly activities was sitting down to watch reruns of The Muppet Show each week. Our entire family, adults and children alike, couldn’t get enough of the loveable characters and their adventures. And when the first Muppet movies were released, we just had to sit down

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Take Entertainment on the Road with the New Shaw Go YTV and Shaw Go Treehouse Apps

With my boys officially off school today, I know that I need to have plenty of entertainment lined up for them. At home they have toys, games and crafts to keep them occupied. But when we’re out and about visiting and running errands, the travel can start to take its toll. That’s why I was

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Imagination Takes Off with the Fisher-Price Imaginext DC Super Friends Batcave-Giveaway

It’s hard being a preschooler and wanting to play with toys for older children. My youngest son was introduced to various superheroes by his brother, but most of the toys featuring those heroes are designed for older children. That’s why I love the Fisher-Price Imaginext line. Not only does it feature all kinds of great

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Plush Toys Get Original with Monster Factory Mini Monsters-Giveaway

As much as I love a classic soft, plush teddy bear, I have a special place in my heart for misfit plush toys. There’s just something so endearing about a more original stuffed animal or monster and my fondness for the unique has resulted in my boys having quite a collection of odd stuffies. That’s

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Find the Spirit of the Season with VeggieTales: Merry Larry and the True Light of Christmas-Giveaway

There are so many different cartoons that focus on basic learning skills for young children, but not as many that teach important life lessons in a fun way. VeggieTales is always a top pick in our household because my boys love the fun and silly plotlines and music, while I love the important lessons the

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Let Your Child Create Customized Cars with the Hot Wheels Car Maker-Giveaway

Hot Wheels cars have been a hit in our household since my oldest son received his first one from Santa in his Christmas stocking when he was just one year old. Since then, he became a passionate collector and there was a time when he was able to tell me not just the name, but

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Hasbro Canada Toys are a Great Gift for Boys this Christmas-Giveaway

Every year, one of my favourite holiday moments is flipping through toy catalogues with my boys and checking out some of the newest and best toys available. And invariably, Hasbro has a collection of must-have toys that get my boys absolutely giddy about the upcoming holidays. This year is no exception and I was so

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Surprise Your Child with a New Festive Friend from Build-A-Bear Workshop-Giveaway

If there’s a company that knows how to celebrate the holidays in style, it has to be Build-A-Bear Workshop. Each year I wait eagerly to see what type of loveable Christmas characters the company will release and each year I’m impressed by how many choices there are for kids and adults alike. From adorable stocking

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Learning is Fun this Christmas with New Toys from LeapFrog-Giveaway

If you’re looking for a gift for your child that’s lots of fun and still educational, LeapFrog Canada toys are always a great choice. From toys for infants right up to school-age children and tons of educational value, a gift from LeapFrog is always a hit. My personal favourite toy from LeapFrog this year is

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Kick Off the Christmas Season with Holiday Specials from Disney Junior #DisneyJuniorMom

I love absolutely everything about Christmas, from the music to the lights to the food to the decorations. And one of my very favourite Christmas activities is watching Christmas specials with Zackary and Benjamin. I have to admit, I don’t actually watch a lot of television for the most part. But when December rolls around,

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Let Your Child Get Creative by Making #KREOCityVille KRE-O Kreations-Giveaway

While my son loves building models with his building sets, what he loves even more is inventing his own structures and vehicles. He generally only follows the instructions that come with a building set once. Soon after, he’s taken apart the set and created something completely new. So when I told him that we were

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Your Child will Fall in Love with Spin Master Zoomer the Robot Dog-Giveaway

Every year there are one or two toys that every kid dreams of finding under the tree and this year, Zoomer the Robot Dog is one of the undisputed hottest toys of the holiday season. This frisky pup lets children have all of the fun of a real dog without the hassle, mess or responsibility.

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Parents and Little Girls Will Both Love the Eco-Friendly Nail Polish from Piggy Paint-Giveaway

One of the gifts that almost every little girl gets excited about is makeup, since it gives younger girls a chance to feel like grown-ups. But so many sets designed for little girls feature cheap, harsh cosmetics that don’t work well and contain questionable ingredients. That’s why I’ve been a long-time fan of Piggy Paint

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Enjoy Quality Time with Your Kids with New DVDs and Playsets from Thomas & Friends #FP_Thomas

The older my boys get, the more it seems we spend our days rushing from one place to another without any time to just relax together and enjoy a little downtime. But that time to unwind is so important; it helps us catch up on one another’s lives and enjoy the quiet peacefulness of being

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Surprise Your Little Girl with the Latest Hit Toys from Spin Master-Giveaway

Spin Master has been one of my absolute favourite toy companies for years, in large part because its toys are so innovative and engaging for kids. With two boys in the house, it goes without saying that most of the Spin Master toys I’ve seen have been distinctly boy-friendly, so I was excited to get

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Let Your Child Build an Adventure with New Mega Bloks Building Sets-Giveaway

My oldest son Zackary has always loved building with blocks and over the years, he’s developed from building huge towers with large Mega Bloks to putting together intricate sets of favourite characters. What I love about building sets is that they don’t just give kids a chance to build a fun model. The characters and

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Keep Snacks, Crumbs and Mess Contained with Itzy Ritzy Resuable Snack Bags-Giveaway

When I was in Chicago recently, I had the chance to connect with some of the people at Itzy Ritzy. This trendy eco-concious company specializes in producing high-quality, eco-friendly reusable bags for everything from snacks to sandwiches and as a big fan of green products, I was eager to see what they were like. Itzy

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Find the Knot Genie and Other Great Kids Products in Canada at Kids N More

Have you ever found a product that you know will be absolutely perfect for your children, but that isn’t available in Canada? So often I look for items that can solve some of the challenges I have with my children and find something that looks ideal, only to find out that it’s not currently shipping

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Experience Another Language with Mariana Iranzi’s Children’s CD Hola Hello-Giveaway

Finding new children’s music is always a treat for me. My boys and I have many tried and true favourites when it comes to children’s musicians and each of my kids has a CD player in the bedroom with a stack of discs beside it. But it’s been some time since we discovered a new

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Kids Get Nutrition and Convenience with Milk Unleashed Shelf Safe Milk #MilkUnleashed

August is here and school days are quickly approaching! I am having a blast getting my boys all the gear they need for the upcoming school year and healthy food for lunches and snacks is always something at the top of my list. This year, the new Milk Unleashed shelf safe milk will be right

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Anna’s Budget Tips-How to Save on Kids’ Birthday Parties

It’s only natural for moms to be excited about the little ones’ (or no-so-little-anymore ones’…) birthdays. These annual milestones are a reminder of the amazing people our kids are turning into and how much they’ve grown, learned and changed since the last birthday. And that’s certainly a cause for celebration! But…it’s all too easy to

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Pirates, Princesses and Winnie the Pooh Take Over Disney Junior this Summer #DisneyJuniorMom

Disney Junior is celebrating summer in a very special way this month and with the boys getting a little stir-crazy being at home, I couldn’t be happier about it. From hit shows to great movies, there’s tons of fun this month for kids of all ages! The adventures kick off with a pirate and princess

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Keep Your Toddler Active this Summer with New Little Tikes Clearly Sports Sets

With the boys home from school now, I am looking for every possible opportunity to keep them entertained. The freedom of summer is wonderful but it’s also leading to some scuffles between the two of them. I’ve already noticed that the busier they are, the less they argue. We have a huge kid-friendly back yard

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Get Ready for the Beach with the June LittleEcoFootprint Subscription Box

One of the highlights of the month for me is always receiving the latest LittleEcoFootprint subscription box full of eco-friendly products for mom and baby. In May, the company celebrated mothers with a great collection of indulgent goodies just for Mom and in June, LittleEcoFootprint decided to celebrate summer with a special Beach Time Fun

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Kids Will Have a Knightly Summer with Mike the Knight DVDs, Books and Toys-Giveaway

With summer here and kids home from school, finding a way to provide a little extra entertainment is always a good thing. And this summer, NCircle Entertainment, HIT Entertainment and Fisher-Price have a very special set of Mike the Knight products that will be sure to keep younger children captivated! Mike the Knight is the

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Get Kids Ready for Summer or Prep Early for Back-to-School with Stuck on You-Giveaway

For more than two years I have been in love with the amazing variety of name labels and personalized products from Stuck on You. This Australian-based company doesn’t just offer the highest-quality name labels for school supplies, clothing and all of a family’s other labelling needs. Stuck on You also carries fun personalized growth charts,

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Get Kids Rocking with Joanie Leeds and the Nightlights’ New CD Bandwagon-Giveaway

The energy and positive attitude of children’s musician Joanie Leeds are partly the reason that her CD What a Zoo is one of my boys’ absolute favourites. Now, Joanie Leeds and the Nightlights are back with a brand new, fun-filled CD that kids will love: Bandwagon! This new CD features fifteen tracks of fun-filled songs

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What Makes Your Child Unique? Kinder Canada Wants to Know! #KinderMom

It always amazes me how my two boys, raised in the same house with the same parents and the same rules and privileges, can be so very different in so many ways. But it can be hard, with my boys, to encourage their different personalities sometimes. Benjamin, like so many little brothers, idolizes Zackary and

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Freshening Up Stuffed Animal Best Friends with the Maytag Maxima XL Sanitize Cycle-Giveaway #MaytagBloggerChallenge

As far as my boys and I are concerned, our stuffies are part of the family. Zackary and Benjamin both have a large collection of stuffed animals and while some of their stuffies are casual friends at best, certain stuffed animals are so important to my boys that the plush toys are carried everywhere. And

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Anna’s Budget Tips-Ways to Make Saving Fun for the Whole Family

Rainy day funds, retirement accounts, college savings…they are all part of responsible financial planning, but allocating money towards them doesn’t always feel that exciting. Teaching children to save will serve them well throughout their lifetimes and sticking to a budget is much easier when all members of the family are on board. But how can

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Teach Children the Importance of Perseverance with the Never Give Up Bunny

In many ways, kids don’t get as many chances to fail as they used to. Sports are often played in a non-competitive setting, children are no longer held back at school and because instilling positive self-esteem has become a focus for so many parents, many children no longer learn about how to continue on regardless

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Help Your Child Build Confidence for Life at Muskoka Woods Summer Camp #MuskokaWoods2013

I still remember that moment when my mom dropped me off at overnight camp for the very first time. I was an outgoing and adventurous child, but attending camp was going to be my first time sleeping away from my family with children I had never met and I couldn’t help feeling a little nervous

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Sid the Science Kid: The Movie on DVD Has Action and Education for Kids-Giveaway

Who’s every kid’s favourite insatiably curious little scientist? Sid the Science Kid, of course! Sid, like most young children, is always asking questions about the world around him. And in his search for the answers, he helps teach kids about the scientific process! Zackary discovered this hit PBS Kids show when he was about three

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