No matter where you live you will experience some major weather situations. You might get caught in a sudden thunderstorm, snowed in...

Buddy benches are being added to school playgrounds around the world. The purpose of these benches is to offer a space for children to...

At this time of year, in our part of the world, we deal with lots of snow. We experience the beauty of snowfall and the sparkle of the...

It is definitely the season of Santa Claus, who has been celebrated for centuries. He has been depicted throughout history and folklore...

This time of year is full of gatherings and celebrations that represent traditions, customs and cultural richness. It is the perfect time...

The first day of school is an exciting and nerve-wracking time for parents and kids. Books can be a great tool to help get the...

All this year, through the Kindness Kangaroo Project, we will be talking about stories and why they are an important part of our lives....

Each month one book was chosen from our Storytime Sessions as the favourite and it entered the nomination round. Now, one winner has been...

When I was a teenager a friend of my Dad's stayed with us for a few months. Cliff had been blind since he was a child and since meeting...

Competition is something everyone faces in life. But should we be creating a world filled with competition, encouraging children to outdo...

At the age of 4, my grandchildren started asking for scary stories to hear. I remember having an interest in scary stories as a child too...

I think about the Dr. Seuss book If I Ran the Zoo when a child decides what they would do if they were in charge and I wonder what would...

Imagination is a wonderful way we can learn, grow, and create. We live in a world full of inspiration and which offers a great...

Do you sometimes feel stuck in a situation? I often find myself in the middle of chaos and I can't seem to find a way out. But, thanks to...

Do you find yourself putting off tasks that should be done today? Procrastination can develop from lack of interest, lack of motivation,...

Have you ever met a child obsessed with dinosaurs? These kids will often have many toys and books geared to dinosaurs and can probably...

Do you like to read poetry, or maybe write it? When I was a teenager I found that poetry helped me deal with my emotions and angst. If...

How many children believe that polar bears and penguins live together? When we are providing children with information, even if it is in...

What did you want to be when you grew up? I remember when people scoffed at my brother when he said he wanted to be a garbage man. It...

In a graphic I recently saw it lists being a good sport as one of the social skills kids need. This can be a difficult concept in a world...