DRESSING UP When those seasonal stores start popping up and the Walmarts and Dollaramas set out their Halloween collections, an important decision is necessary: What shall I (and/or my children) be for Halloween? Here are 5 cool costume ideas: A character from a video game—Fortnite, or whatever the kids play these days! A character out
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Imagine boarding a ship headed for a new land. Imagine leaving behind part of your family, the country you love, the person you were before. For the immigrants among us, it isn’t a matter of imagining but rather of remembering our own families’ journeys. Paper Son tells the inspiring story of a Chinese immigrant with
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Everyone knows we don’t all learn the same way. But some children, especially those with learning disabilities, need more support. How do you know if your child has a learning disability? PJ: Screening young children for developmental delays though a pediatrician or another child early years professional is the most recommended way to know if
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This online world keeps growing, and our kids are exposed to more content than ever before. But this is a double-edged sword… while children can learn about global affairs and connect with friends in any number of countries, the Internet era is not without its unique dangers. 1. Use parental controls. Enable privacy settings, and
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Alright, I’m not going to lie: this one had me in tears. If you’re searching for a children’s book that addresses the hybridity of identity, the struggles of immigration, and the familial love that knows no boundaries, look no further than Areli Is a Dreamer, a true story by Areli Morales. From the protagonist’s childhood
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After a discussion with clinical psychologist Carolyn Cavanaugh, we would like to offer you these six tricks for helping your kids learn. MAKE SURE YOUR CHILD’S NEEDS ARE MET We know… this may sound silly and you’re thinking duh! But this is so much more important than you think. Making sure their needs are met
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