Toddlers are bundles of energy, but most speedy two-year olds will benefit from some direction on how best to channel that excess energy. The early childhood years set the foundation for lifelong behavior and learning. In the first two years of life, toddlers learn through play and activities that stimulate their imagination.

Many toddler programs in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) encourage the learning process between a parent and child, where parents interact alongside their children. Consider an outing [...]

The March school break – also called mid-term or spring break – can be a stressful time for parents who want to keep their children away from the TV and computer. If you are lucky enough to be able to spend the break with your children, you may be looking for stimulating activities in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) that both you and your children can enjoy together.

Here are a few suggestions from The Kid Scoop.

• The Living Arts Centre: This is a dynamic venue [...]

It goes by different names depending on the city or the location – spring break, March break, winter break, mid-term break – but regardless of how it is labeled, it provides kids with a short hiatus from their school homework and schedules. While the concept gives the kids a change of pace and some downtime, the break often presents challenges for parents looking for activities to keep kids physically active and away from the television or video games.

A good alternative [...]

Hi Ho Hi Ho…it’s off to camp they go!

As the snow begins to melt, kids in Montreal start to get excited because Spring Break is just around the corner! Some lucky kids will be hopping on planes to hit a warm, sandy beach! Others will be hitting the slopes at a snazzy ski resort.  Most kids though, will be staying closer to home. Thankfully, there are so many great Spring Break Camps for kids in Montreal; offered, adventure [...]

It seems that the last school break is barely over and the kids are already talking about the next one. The March or spring school break can be a stressful time for parents who want to keep their children away from sedentary pursuits, such as the TV and computer, and engaged in stimulating physical activities to keep minds and bodies active.

Spring break camps throughout the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) offer an alternative for busy parents. They also provide an option for older children who may not [...]