The Benefits of Outdoor Winter Activities for Children
As a childcare Educator, I have always thoroughly enjoyed the opportunity to be outside with the children. It was a time to not only get fresh air, but to…
Healthy Camping Food Ideas That Kids Will Love
For many parents, camping is a time to take a complete vacation from feeding themselves and their children healthier foods and live off hot dogs, chips a…
BrightPath Educator Receives Prime Minister’s Award for Honouring Excellence in Education
Jennifer is a scientist-turned-educator who asks “what if” questions and explores the answers with the children she teaches. She introduces fun, hands-on …
6 Summer Snack Ideas for Kids
Summertime is quickly approaching and with that comes the end of school or daycare if your children are not in programs over the summer. When your children…
Iron Rich Foods for Kids With Iron Deficiency
What is dietary iron and why is it important? Just as iron is used to build strong structures in our physical world, dietary iron is used to build strong…
Parenting: Putting an End to Mom Guilt
Guilt. It’s such a common emotion in parents; so much that it even has its own hashtag [#momguilt]. Mom guilt is a word I keep hearing amongst my friends, …
Parenting: Teaching Your Child About Social Justice
As parents and caregivers, one of our most important jobs is to help our children learn and grow. Teaching our children about social justice is not only an…
What To Feed A Constipated Child
By Kate Chury RD Though it isn’t often discussed constipation is a common problem. Most people experience at least some degree of inconsistency when it com…
How to Get Your Children to Eat More Fruits and Vegetables
By: Andrea Holwegner, Nutritionist & RD Picky eaters are a tricky bunch to please and it can feel like a battle to get your child to try any food item that…
Weekend Crafting: Clothespin Airplane
Materials Required – Clothespins – Foam craft sticks – Glue – Scissors Directions: Start by cutting out one for the wings in the fr…
My Child Is Being Bullied – What Do I Do?
Yesterday was Pink Shirt Day. This day was started after some grade nine students came together to support a peer who was being bullied for wearing a pin…
5 Ideas on How to Make the Most of Family Day
As we enjoy a long February weekend for Family Day, it’s important to stop and take a moment to actually be with your family! Need some inspiration? Here a…
