Girl Power, Netflix Style
Studies have shown that girls as young as six are influenced by gender stereotypes, and that role models from the entertainment they choose can have a lasting effect. On this note, and in honour of...
View ArticleSpring Cleaning Time! (Yes, that's an exclamation mark!)
My loyal readers, or, really, everyone who has ever met me, all know that I like things neat, organized and clutter-free. I also love finding authors who share this passion, like Ruth Soukup. Her books...
View Article5 Tips To Start Your Child Reading
You know I love a good guest post, and as a parent and kindergarten teacher I thought this topic, from these two authors, was very appropriate!****5 Tips to Start Your Child ReadingBy Cheryl...
View ArticleInspire Kids to Give Back and Make a Difference
For her public speech this year, Olivia decided to talk about ways that kids can give back. She's hoping you will show it to your children (and/or students) to inspire them as well! Please feel free to...
View ArticleAre You a Good Receiver?
We know how important it is to be a giver, but what about the importance of being a good receiver?Recently, my daughter went on a school skiing trip, and spent the day with her friend and her friend's...
View ArticleKate's Favourite Things - April 2017
I'm happy to share this month's recos with you!BOOKSMy (not so) Perfect Life by Sophie KinsellaWe all know and love this Shopaholic author, and as her readers grow up, I found Kinsella took an...
View ArticleNew York City Travel Highlights
I am often asked what my favourite travel destination has been, and while I love the sunny south, and have had a wonderful time in many Canadian and American cities, my heart always goes back to NYC.My...
View ArticleUltimate Kids' Birthday Party Theme Roundup
I've thrown a couple of good kids' parties in my time. My friend Krista, on the other hand, has thrown a ton of AMAZING themed kids' parties, and over the years has generously shared her ideas here on...
View ArticleHow To Handle Online Negativity
I have officially made it. I now receive mean tweets.Now, that's not to say I've never faced any negativity as a blogger before.On a couple of occasions over the years I have been called to task...
View ArticleMy Favourite Mother's Day Gift
Oh, I love my spa days, flowers, chocolates and jewelry. I especially appreciate the restaurant meals, so please keep those coming, honey. But after 11 years of being a mom, if I had to choose my...
View ArticlePersonal Photo Gifts From Posterjack: Win a $100 Voucher
I truly believe that the best gifts are personal ones, and you can't get much more personal than photo gifts.Posterjack (a Canadian company) has a huge selection of options, in a variety of sizes and...
View Article"Walk in Their Shows": Bond With Kids Over What They're Watching
Not long ago, I had promised Eva that I would take her to see a movie at the theatre on a day that Liv was going to visit a friend. When I woke up that Sunday morning, what I really wanted to do was...
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