(NC)—Life experience has taught us that, as the saying goes, it really is better to give than to receive. Generous individuals make friends easily, and it’s not only about gifts and money. Giving your time can mean so much to a loved one or child who is craving your attention. This summer, make the most [...]

(ARA) – If you ask kids in elementary school what they want to be when they grow up, you’ll likely hear singer, ballerina, athlete or movie star. As students move into middle school and high school, they think more seriously about career possibilities. All parents want their children to be successful, so what careers should [...]

(NC)—Children as young as three want to be thin, and are afraid of being fat. Recent research has uncovered that nearly half of girls between the ages of three to six worry about being fat. “These thoughts make girls anxious, and keep them from enjoying their everyday experiences, and can lead to poor self-esteem and [...]

(NC)—The emergence of the internet has meant a variety of things for our society. From creating non-conventional career paths to inspiring social revolutions, the internet has changed the way we consume information. More than that, it has changed the way we learn. “Once upon a time, surfing the web was considered bad for a child’s [...]

(NC)—For many parents, getting a child to sit down and read can be as challenging as convincing them to eat their vegetables. Helping children gain confidence with their reading skills is a top priority for every parent. Here are nine tips to help you and your child get the most out of story time: 1 [...]

(ARA) – You teach them the value of hard work and the importance of telling the truth, how to be a loyal friend and a good citizen. But you might be overlooking one of the most important lessons you can teach your children to help ensure they do well in life – financial literacy. Several [...]

  (NC)—Preparing children for the time when they will assume the responsibilities of wealth is one of the greatest gifts a parent can give. “Remember that the buck starts and stops with you,” said Dennis Tew, father of three and chief financial officer of Franklin Templeton Investments Corp. “Boys and girls model their behaviour after [...]

(ARA) – You may have already heard this, but “geek” and “nerd” are no longer disparaging monikers for kids. As technology continues to reach into the lives of children, the kids who are embracing the science behind what makes the world work could play crucial roles as scientists in the future. While kids are certainly [...]

(NC)—As every parent and child knows, packed school lunches can get boring very quickly. Carol Dombrow, Heart and Stroke Foundation registered dietitian, offers the following tips to help you pack healthy and delicious lunches will keep eating and enjoying: • Use a variety of whole grain breads such as English muffins, bagels, mini pitas, tortillas, [...]

(NC)—As Canadian households try to strengthen their balance sheets in the face of rising debt levels, financial experts are encouraging parents to teach their children about money and the value of saving from a very young age. “We don’t send our children into the deep end of the pool without teaching them how to swim. [...]