When I told the girls they could each choose a dress from Limeapple, they were like kids in a candy store checking out the website. There was a lot of discussion (my older daughter made it quite clear that her sister could not choose the same dress she had chosen) but finally they made their […] Read more…
As much as they adore school, my girls have been talking about summer for months now, and one of the most exciting things for them has been the prospect of setting up a cold drinks booth for people driving by. Right from the beginning, they knew they wanted to donate some proceeds to charity, but […] Read more…
Here’s a list of my current favourite things – with a heavy focus on entertainment this month! BOOKS: The Knockoff by Lucy Sykes and Jo Piazza: especially if you’re interested in the writing/magazine world, and the young-protegee-tries-to-step-over-the-boss theme The Pocket Wife by Susan Crawford: a psychological thriller – did Dana murder her friend during a […] Read more…
I’m always on the lookout for companies with great kids’ products, so I was excited when I was contacted by Limeapple. They’re sending some fashions (dresses and a swimsuit) for my girls, which we’ll review soon, but I didn’t want you to miss out on the huge sale they’re having. On July 1, for one […] Read more…
A few months ago I had the chance to interview Canadian actress Sarah Allen, from the Global TV medical drama Remedy. When we chatted (for Parents Canada magazine), she was still weeks away from giving birth, and we talked all about maternity wear, pregnancy rules and her flexible birth plan. While some stars are hesitant […] Read more…
I’ve written about (and gone on TV to talk about) growth mindset before, and I recently had the chance to write an article all about it for Oxford Learning. In the article, I’m sharing what it means to have a growth mindset and why it’s so important for your kids (and you!) as well as […] Read more…
In case you haven’t noticed, the school year is quickly winding down! Last night on CHEX Daily, I chatted with hosts Teresa Kaszuba and Mike Judson about some things to keep in mind as your child’s school year draws to a close, such as: the number one question to ask your child’s teacher before the […] Read more…
Every year I have my Grade 3 students write their predictions for their Grade 8 year. Who will the teacher and principal be? What activities will they participate in? Where will they go for their year-end trip? And of course, they think about all the grad details, including the super important question: what will they […] Read more…
Let me be clear: teacher gifts are never expected or required, but this time of year I know there are some parents looking for ideas. I wrote a magazine article a while back about Gifts For Teachers, and most of those ideas still apply – though it was Christmas-themed, and the ornament might be a […] Read more…
Hallmark has some awesome gift ideas for Dads this Father’s Day, and I particularly love the name of this line of products: “Life is good.” Because it is. Whether the Dad in your life is a golfer, BBQer, fisherman, handyman, or…um…beverage enthusiast, Hallmark has the gift for him! Let’s start with this “Coolest Dad Ever” […] Read more…