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Backyard Fun Saskatoon: Fun in the Sun!

It’s my son’s birthday week, and to celebrate, I’m doing up a list of his favourite things to do outside in the summer. We love adventures all over Saskatoon and we love day trips, but some days we just want to hang out in our backyard and play. The following
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Introduce your little ones to Kid’s Books by Local Saskatoon Authors

Saskatoon is full of amazing kid’s books by amazing local authors. I’m a big reader and writer. I love book stores, and I love the library. I have way too many books at home, and my son is no different. He can’t quite read on his own, but he loves
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FREE Printable Worksheets for Early Readers with First Step

  Learning to read confidently is a life skill that opens up a world of discovery for your child! Do you have school aged children in preschool up to grade 2? Then these free printable worksheets from First Step Reading will help you of teach and encourage stronger reading skills
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Read Along with Celebrities and PBS Kids Authors

Take time to slow down and snuggle on the couch with your kids while listening to an online story time! Every week, find new read-along stories by celebrities and PBS Kids authors on their Facebook page and YouTube channel. After listening, head to the PBS Kids website to find crafts,
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No Vacation? No Problem! Check out These Great Stay-cation Ideas

With each passing birthday, holiday and special occasion, it’s hard not to let hope escape out the back door. Part of me just wants to pout and throw a toddler-sized tantrum over all the things that are cancelled. But the truth is, my kids don’t care near as much as
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Coding for Kids | Free Classes, Websites & Apps

  Kids love coding and it’s the way of the future. Plus, it teaches logic and helps kids think through problems. The possibilities with coding are endless and we’ve discovered this list of FREE websites and apps for all ages to enjoy. Coding for Kids: Website: www.codewizardshq.com

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Homeschooling 101 : A Q & A with a Mom Who’s Been There

Charity is a Calgary mom who homeschooled her children for 2017 -2018 year. “It was a family decision,” she says, “the best thing for us at the time.” Charity remembers this  time as both very challenging and very rewarding, and it seems that, for the foreseeable future, many Canadian parents
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