Kids & Company Blog: Play & Activities

Get outside this Father’s Day!

Posted on: Tuesday June 4th, 2019

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

This Sunday is Father’s Day. An entire day to celebrate our beloved, dedicated, hard-working dads and role models. Today is the day to let all these men in your life know just how special they are. Within the next few weeks, all of our Kids & Company locations are having on-site celebrations to honour all… [read more]

Spring Clean Your Eating Habits!

Posted on: Wednesday May 29th, 2019

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

Spring cleaning can be a therapeutic practice — out with the old, the unused and the clutter. Why not do the same for your pantry this spring? Cleaning out your kitchen cupboards, your fridge and your pantry can make you feel lighter (both mentally and physically). Besides cleaning out foods that are expired or spoiled,… [read more]

Learning Through Play

Posted on: Thursday March 14th, 2019

Posted by: Kids & Company

My name is Sarah and I’ve been working with children in their early years for the past 13 years.  I worked overseas as a teacher in England and China then continued my career in the childcare sector here in Toronto.  While working at Kids & Company, I’ve worked as a Preschool ECE, Assistant Director, Centre… [read more]

The Importance of Family

Posted on: Thursday January 31st, 2019

Posted by: Kids & Company

I am the oldest of three children. Growing up, I was lucky to be constantly surrounded by family. I spent my summers at the cottage with my cousins and had dinner at the table with my family almost every night of my childhood. With Family Day coming up this weekend, you might find yourself reflecting… [read more]

Tried and True Parenting Hacks to Make 2019 a Little Bit Easier!

Posted on: Wednesday January 2nd, 2019

Posted by: Kids & Company

It’s a new year! Why not start it off with some hacks to help with a smoother morning routine? Or maybe you have your morning down to a perfect science and need some hacks for day to day parenting? We reached out to our staff and parents and here are some of the tried and… [read more]

Gifts for Preschoolers: Bring it back to books with this Top 10 list

Posted on: Friday November 30th, 2018

Posted by: Brittany Fancey

With Christmas being less than a month away, every storefront is decked in festive visuals and signs for all of the gifts you absolutely must have this year. If you did your shopping back in July, kudos to you, go -getter! If you did your research and stocked up on Black Friday sales, you are… [read more]

August Long Weekend – put the breaks on!!

Posted on: Wednesday August 1st, 2018

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

It’s hard to believe we are almost half way through summer! The start of August reminds us that we need to cherish this last month of summer. August is also a cue for some of us to take a well-deserved break! Across Canada the first Monday of August is recognized as a public holiday. Even… [read more]

August Long Weekend – Day at the Beach

Posted on: Wednesday August 2nd, 2017

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

What better way to enjoy the beautiful August weather than by spending a day at the beach! Going to the beach is fun for everyone: the kids can play in the sand, and you can relax! I remember the days when my kids were younger and any outing or day trip meant tons of packing… [read more]

Easter Weekend

Posted on: Wednesday April 12th, 2017

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

Spring is here! Which means it’s also time to celebrate our favourite egg-hunting holiday, Easter! However, in an effort to continue encouraging healthy eating in my family, this year we are opting out of tempting, succulent chocolate kind and going back to good old chicken eggs and special little hidden presents. The eggs look just… [read more]

Who Is Your Valentine?

Posted on: Wednesday February 8th, 2017

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

The origin of Valentine’s Day remains a mystery to this day, with many different stories circulating around the internet on where the holiday came from. Most people think Valentine’s Day is just a holiday created by greeting card companies, however Valentine’s Day dates back to the 14th century when famous poets like Geoffrey Chaucer used… [read more]