Your child’s been referred to a speech-language pathologist. What happens next? Communication is the essence of human interaction, says Brigitte Dobrzanski. But for some, that doesn’t come without effort and support. That’s where speech therapy comes in—it can […]
Just for Parents
Personalization paradise: The Mother’s Day edition
This year, Mother’s Day just snuck up on you (hey, life is busy, and your children are in like 10 different activities. We get it). Unless you can knit a sweater at breakneck speed or can whip up a brunch […]
Feeding the senses
The toy that does it all — helps grow a healthy brain; teaches language development, motor skills, independence and self-confidence; and promotes curiosity and self-regulation — has been around since the beginning of time A few years ago, Caroline Sutherland […]
Teens at work
Studies show that workers under the age of 25 are four times more likely to be injured during their first month on the job than at any other time. This is where First Job Safe Job comes in Pamela […]
In case of emergency
As a teen, Ottawa’s Eric Roy developed an interest in saving lives. Today, Roy’s First Aid Plus teaches people how to help others Eric Roy recalls when last summer, an Ottawa mother took a course with his company, First […]
Digging deep for the planet
Vermicomposting is good for your garden, the environment and fascinating for kids In 2017, Akil Mesiwala was looking for a way to make his life more sustainable. After researching indoor composting and vermicomposting, he bought some red wiggler […]
Taking charge
Assuming ownership of learning helps students of all ages create good study habits for life The past couple of years have been trying, both for students and teachers. At least, that is what Bruno J. Riel, PhD, has noticed. […]
(Un)boxing day
Whatever your interest, there’s a subscription box for that Subscription boxes have been around for a while, but their popularity has skyrocketed in the past couple of years, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic, when people were sheltering in place, […]
When a marriage ends
Divorce is one of the hardest things a child can go through. Here’s how a parenting coordinator can help, renowned Ontario lawyer Russell Alexander writes You’re a responsible parent. You’ve made sure that your children are fed and clothed, healthy […]
Homeschooling driving you crazy?
Turn everyday lessons into lesson plans. Dr. Michael Ungar tells you how While becoming your child’s teacher can be very stressful, this may be a wonderful opportunity to turn chores into lesson plans. We should insist children help around […]