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Backyard Water Play Without a Backyard

August 11, 2008

It is not many people that have a backyard in Vancouver which makes it difficult to play in the backyard with water. Those people who do have a backyard are the envy of everyone. So how do you make water play work in a space like a balcony or shared courtyard? Do you just play elsewhere?  Read more...

Container Gardening for the Preschool Set

July 21, 2008

How can you make container gardening easy and fun for kids? I guess the first thing is not to care how dirty your child gets, or whether or not the plants actually live. I would also start with some really easy plants that are edible like chives or some other herbs. Photo by:  Read more...

Small Steps to a Greener World: the Naturebag

July 16, 2008

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 impressed.  Read more...

More of Our Favorite Activities and Things to Do in vancouver

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Creatures & Critters:
Our Urban Jungle

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Do, Re, Mi! Places to Hear, Sing & Play a Tune

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Artistic Endeavors:
Our Favorite Art Venues

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Room to Run:
Run, Jump & Wiggle Outdoors

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Rainy & Quiet Days:
Cozy & Crazy Indoor Fun

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A Sense of History:
Our City's Stories

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Tot's Science Fair:
Science & Nature Sites

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Splash, Spray, Play! Local Spots to Get Wet

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The Most Fun in Life Is Free!

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The Best of... Our Top Can't-Live-Without Spots

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