Being Savvy: Activities, things to do with your preschoolers, toddlers and kids in Vancouver, Canada

Best Day Trips Around Greater Vancouver

by Gwendolyn Floyd

Whether you live in Vancouver proper or in the Greater Vancouver Area there are lots of day trips within an hour. I am going to highlight five that we have done with our son and will do again.1: Reifel Bird Sanctuary in Delta, BC. Located on Westham Island the sanctuary is exactly that, a safe haven for both the birds and people. With lots of duck that will eat from your preschoolers hand ... Read more >

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Vancouver's History and Landmarks

by Gwendolyn Floyd

There are so many landmarks in and around Greater Vancouver that it was very hard to narrow down my list. I decided to try to include a bit of the North Shore so we could have both the water and the mountains included. The water and the mountains are such a big part of Vancouver that they both needed to be included. The following activities are both fun and family friendly. Photo by ... Read more >

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Exploring the Urban Jungle: Richmond Nature Park

by Gwendolyn Floyd

Another of the great things about living in the lower mainland is that there are so many trails and parks to enjoy. As a teacher the Richmond Nature Park was a great field trip for both the littlest ones and the older children for a number of reasons. The Richmond Nature Park opens daily from ... Read more >

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Authors and Illustrators In and Around Vancouver

by Gwendolyn Floyd

One of my passions is children's literature and the effect good books can have on children's imaginations. As a teacher I was able to foster a love of books of all kinds with children and now with my own son I am doing the same. An easy way to do this is to find really good books with ... Read more >

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Bonus Activities for the Three Day Guide to Vancouver: Kid Friendly Attractions

by Gwendolyn Floyd

In the three day guide to Vancouver the days were pretty packed with things to do. However there are still a number of other great things to do in Greater Vancouver and I thought I would list some of our favourites.Photo By: Anthony Floyd Greater Vancouver Zoo. Located in Abbotsford BC, the ... Read more >

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Small Steps to a Greener World: the Naturebag

by Gwendolyn Floyd

When I started looking for new Canadian products for the 2-6 set I came across the Naturebag. This is a new product put together by two Vancouver mums with an education background and a love of nature. They decided that especially in a city like Vancouver there was a need to bring kids back to nature. I was able to get a bag to try with my three year old and I must say I am ... Read more >

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We're Going to the Zoo, Zoo, Zoo, How About You?

by Gwendolyn Floyd

Unless you live in Langley or Abbotsford, the Greater Vancouver Zoo is a little bit of a trip to get to, but I think that for a great day trip it is worth it. There is a lot to see, a few great places to eat lunch, and a miniature train to boot. Make sure to pack a picnic lunch and some drinks and snacks because like all zoos I have been to the concessions are very expensive. Photo by: ... Read more >

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What's Up This Weekend: 16-17 August

by Gwendolyn Floyd

While I may wish I was on the other coast this weekend, (two birthdays and a wedding I would love to attend) there is still a lot to do this weekend in Vancouver. The biggest thing happening this weekend is the opening of The Fair at the PNE Vancouver. Open from August 16th to September 1, ... Read more >

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Fall Fun? Try Apple Picking

by Gwendolyn Floyd

I love fall and almost everything about it. I like the cool crisp air, sunny days, leaves turning, the out of character hot days and the harvesting that goes on. I am thinking this year about taking my son apple picking before the baby is born. I would like a chance to spend some more time ... Read more >

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Nothing to do this weekend? Visit a Farm.

by Gwendolyn Floyd

With fall harvest in full swing and fall starting officially on Monday t5his weekend is perfect for checking out some of our local farms. Many farms are open to the public and kids and adults alike get a kick out of seeing where our food comes from. Over the next week the Vancouver ... Read more >

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