Learning to Surf for the first time is much easier than I thought. Here’s how our family surfing lessons went down at the Surf Shack Maui!
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When Your Kid Wants To Build A Real Robot, What Do You Do?
Charlie is 8 and into coding, engineering, and robotics. His dream is to build a robot, so I’m digging into robotics for kids; activities, books, and toys to help him learn.
THEN and NOW: My 80s Back To School List Versus My Kids’
Who had it easier me in the 80s or my kids now? Here’s a NOW and THEN comparing my 80s back to school shopping list with my kids’ modern one.
Best Gifts for your High School Graduate
Graduating from high school is a feat that should be celebrated – after all, that student successfully navigated the jungle of adolescence and survived.
The Tinman
That feeling when your kid’s Grade 3 creative writing project feels like an episode of Westworld or Black Mirror. The Tinman from Charlie has me beaming.
“Daddy, Can You Teach Me How To Throw Hockey Cards?”
All it took was “Daddy, can you show me how to throw hockey cards?,” while I was in the basement watching tv and skills I had mastered decades earlier came rushing back with ease.
When It Comes To Hockey, How “Canadian” Is Your Kid?
My son doesn’t play hockey, but he’s experienced the best parts of the game. And what a thrill it’s been to watch.
The Golden Rule Of Sports: Give It To The Kid
The most important rule about catching balls and pucks at sporting events is: give it to the kid. Thanks to the San Jose Sharks fan who gave us a night to remember.
Achievement Unlocked: The First Hat Trick
I had never known what it was like to watch my son score a goal, and then it happened 3 times in a row. Zacharie got his hat trick, and I got to be that dad.
12 Campsites to Scratch off Your Bucketlist
Whether you’re a seasoned camper or aspiring outdoorsman, there are a few campsites you must see in your lifetime. It’s time to head south and check out the majestic campsites of the United States. Say…
1 In 4 Kids Need Glasses And Their Parents Don’t Know It
Children 4-10 qualify for free eyeglasses with The Kids See Free Program at Real Canadian Superstore. It’s an important part of the back to school routine, and eye exams are free!
Celebrate The End Of Summer With A Backyard Movie Party
Here are some great movies and the gear you’ll need to hold a backyard drive-in movie party to celebrate the end of summer with your kids.
5 Handy Packing Lists For Your Summer Escapes
Here are some simple packing lists to make sure your summer escapes go off without a hitch
How Do You Help Your Kid Become The Next Under Armour Star?
Is your kid ready to be the next Under Armour star? Apply to be on Team UA Next Canada. Here’s how to make it happen:
Easy Breakfast Skillet Recipe And Camping Hack
This camping hack will make your breakfast skillet the easiest to whip together for the entire camping crew. Check out EGG Creations makes it simple:
When Summer Break Is No Break At All
How are you keeping your kids occupied over the summer? When you’re a working family, there isn’t much choice – it’s day camps or bust.