It seems as if every Mom, Dad and Teen has a smartphone … except us. However, after reading the guest post below, I’m starting to think that maybe we need one. Are you listening Rogers?!?!?!
Take a read through the suggestions below and let us know a) what you think about the selections and b) if you have any smartphone apps that you use as parents, that really work!
With the holidays quickly approaching, it’s time to start planning your holiday online greeting that you’ll email to your family and friends. And what better way than to go back to the North Pole. Check out the newest holiday video greeting from Santa that you can customize and then show/email to your kids, family and friends! Have fun! Read the rest of this entry »
Your child asks you if you want to play Beyblades…
You agree after several minutes of convincing…
You know you want to win…
Here are the strategies I’ve researched on the Internet to (eventually) teach Book Boy how to master Beyblades!
Once you have kids, you become intimately acquainted with all the toy stores in your immediate vicinity. From Toys R Us to Mastermind Toys and from Walmart and the big department stores, there’s always a place nearby for your kids to get their toy fix.
Another toy store is Scholar’s Choice. While they have a fairly large Toy Store, their Teacher’s Store is even more impressive. This is all stuff that I already knew. What I learned on the weekend was what true Customer Service is all about… Read the rest of this entry »
We’re received many invitations (from friends) to go to Medieval Times but have been unable to for various reasons. It finally took an invitation from one of Book Boy’s classmates to get our family out to experience this popular attraction.
Here’s our family’s take on the night and some tips to help your family fully enjoy the night! Also included is a video of the best medieval pre-tournament announcements ever made! Read the rest of this entry »
“I take vacations as an investment in memories with my children.” – Nido Qubein
From our first time to our fourth return trip in 2009, Great Wolf Lodge (or GWL) has been an annual tradition for our family. While it isn’t the cheapest place on the block, GWL has something for everyone and, with a bit of searching, you may even find some codes to save some money! Here are the quick tips you need to know for your busy family to have a great time while not breaking the Bank! Read the rest of this entry »
I just finished watching “17 Again”. I thought I was in for a light comedy/chick flick (I was watching it for my wife… yeah, that’s the ticket…) but it turned out to be a pretty good movie with a strong “Dad loves his kids and will do anything for them” vibe!
So that got me thinking, what are the top “Dad” movies of all time? Based on my research and chatting with a bunch of Dads, here’s the list of inspirational movies that, as a Dad, you need to check out! Read the rest of this entry »
I just heard about this and it’s quite concerning from a Dad’s perspective.
I personally don’t think children from 8 to 16 months should be spending any significant amount of time in front of the TV but I also know that the few minutes of peace and quiet (they can sometimes buy busy and frazzled parents) can be worth their weight in gold.
Note that the Canadian refund offer is not as good as the US refund offer but you may be able to get them to send a refund to a US address? Good luck!
A close friend once told me that the Nintendo DS was a major source of headaches in his family i.e. addictive, it’s all the kids do, hard to get them off, etc.. So imagine my surprise (because I’m a casual gamer) and dismay (because I’m a Dad) when grandma got Book Boy a DS for Christmas!
After thinking about what games I could buy for myself (hehe… Zelda here I come), my thoughts wandered to how the DS could be used for the forces of Good and help teach Book Boy useful things versus just being mindless entertainment. Courtesy of the Internet and anecdotal info from other Dads, here for all you Busy Dads are our Top Three Educational DS Games for Young Kids! Read the rest of this entry »
Winter has finally arrived! With the season comes a slew of winter activities for your family to take part in from skiing to skating and from sledding to winter festivals! When it comes to festivals (for any season), the hard part is finding where and when they’re happening! If you’re facing this challenge, have we got a site for you! Read the rest of this entry »
“Guess Who” Champion! That’s my current claim to fame in our Incredible Household!
Ballet Girl is the current “Chutes and Ladders” Champion, Book Boy is the current “Monopoly Junior” Champion and Clean Mom… well, we think she’s the current “Paper Rock Scissors” Champion.
Either way, it’s easy to see that games are a big part of how our family plays together. In this article, read how our favourite board games match up against the Web’s top lists and gain some valuable strategies that may mean the difference between you being first … or worst! Not that it’s all about winning… uh-huh… Read the rest of this entry »
As a father of 2 toddlers, I have now become an (unexpected) quasi-expert on Play Places in the GTA.
Whether you’re there to let your kid blow off some energy, or hosting a party at one, here’s my review of a recent trip to Creative Play Indoor Playground & Party Centre in Ajax and some other resources for you parents out there who are looking for a place to host a party in the east end of the GTA! Read the rest of this entry »
So your (kids/family/someone with incriminating pictures of you) has convinced you to hold a Kids Halloween Party (just like I’ve been assigned…). It may be a birthday party or just a fun spooky party.
Whatever it is, here’s some important info you need, as a Dad, to make the party Incredible! Read the rest of this entry »
As an Incredible Dad, one of your preordained roles is to ensure that all family vacations turn out to be spectacular! (no pressure…)
Well here’s a summary of our trip to New York with all its high and low points. May it help you as you plan to make your family’s vacation Incredible! Read the rest of this entry »
You know the scenario… you’re in charge of the kids … you have to keep them occupied and you’re trying to think of something that will interest both them (and you)… Read the rest of this entry »
A Three Stooges Movie Contest – Bringing Families Together? (Expiry April 27, 2012)
Top Five Educational, Fun and Free Android Apps and Games for Young Kids
The 5 Best Toys of All Time for Kids … Not What You Might Think!
Things Kids Say – How Handy Manny Gets Paid
The X-Factor – Reality TV show or Video Parenting Tool?
Star Wars, Lightsaber Battles and Secrets … Oh My!
Family Insights from the Life of Steve Jobs
Parenting and “The Power of Now”
Another Contest For Parents from Quiznos and Family Dinner Rituals! (Expiry Oct14/11)
Wise Words of Parenting From Dr. Dad – Raising Smart Children
Another Dad: Do NOT buy from any Scholar's Choice.
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