When my husband suggested getting an annual family pass at a local ski hill, he thought we’d be snowshoeing and sledding—activities that are doable with small kids. I thought about my downhill skis, sitting dusty and lonely in the back corner of our storage room for the past ten years. We have gone sledding (a […]
3 Meals to Make as a Family
Some of my favourite childhood memories include cooking in the kitchen with my mom and brothers. Mom always enlisted our help with two of our favourite meals: tacos and pizza. Now that I’m a mom, I find myself repeating that tradition with my girls—and adding another favourite: sushi. These three meals are easy to make […]
Wonder: a thought-provoking film for the whole family
Wonder has been sparking discussions in our home since we watched it several weeks ago. This film, about a boy with facial deformities who goes to school for the first time, is a great way to discuss bullying and friendship with your kids. Our family enjoyed the story and characters as much as the family-friendly […]
Photography Tips for Parents: How to Get the Most Out of Your Camera
There’s a big misconception among amateur photographers that you need a fancy camera to get high-quality photos. That’s just not the case! You can capture beautiful photos of your kids and family with nothing more than your smartphone. You just need a few essential photography tips for parents that will help you along the way. […]
How to Stay Active as a Family without Breaking the Bank
Many of us recognize that physical activity is important to the overall health and well-being of ourselves and our kids. However, an active lifestyle can sometimes come with a big price tag. Our family enjoys biking, downhill skiing, swimming, and skating, all of which cost money, whether in buying equipment or paying user fees. Here […]
10 Reasons Why Children Should Learn to Ride a Bike
This spring, my husband and I spent a lot of time and money getting our entire family onto bikes. Cycling is a hobby I’ve enjoyed since childhood and it has been fun to pass it on to my daughters. Here, my fellow cycling enthusiast David shares 10 great reasons why children should learn to ride […]
6 Tips for Building a Healthy Family
In today’s guest post, Wendy shares 6 tips for building a healthy family, from how we eat to how we play together. We all want a healthy family. Yet having a healthy family does not just mean in good health, fit, and strong. Yes, that is part of it, but having a healthy family means […]
Vancouver Mini Maker Faire inspires kids’ creativity!
Saturday found the girls and I down at the PNE for the Vancouver Mini Maker Faire. I heard about this event from Chris at DK Books (one of the sponsors of the event). He sent us tickets and a copy of Out of the Box to get us excited about the faire. The girls spent […]
Have a Kidsworld Summer in Vancouver!
Every year, I tell myself that this year, this year I’m gonna get out and take advantage of everything Vancouver has to offer. I’m gonna hit every beach, follow every trail, visit every attraction, finally see a Bard on the Beach show, and maybe even ride a roller coaster. Okay, that could be a slightly […]
Age-Related Macular Degeneration: What I Learned from My Grandpa
Several years ago, my grandpa was diagnosed with age-related macular degeneration (AMD). To receive treatment, he caught the bus once a month from his small town to the nearby city. There, he met my aunt, who accompanied him to his appointment and then drove him home again afterward. If my aunt was away, someone else […]
