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Happy November!
It can be hard to get excited about November. It's one of those awkward in-between months between holidays when everything you've been putting off seems to catch up with you - it can be exhausting! With Christmas and other winter holidays just around the corner, don't forget to take some time for relaxed family fun and "me time" while you can!
Enjoy!
Ellen
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It's Here - Calgary's Child Magazine's 2017 November/December Issue!
Health & Family Life
This issue is jam-packed! Check out our Healthy Living Guide, Resources for Kids with Special Needs, Alternative Learning Guide, Winter Fun & Getaway Guide, and Parents Only! Guide plus much more - and don't forget to vote for your favorite in our 2018 Parents' Choice Awards!
Click here to check it out online, or pick it up on newsstands across the city!
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2018 Parents' Choice Awards
Vote For Your Favorites and Win!
What's your favorite family festival? What about your favorite grocery store? We want to know! Every year, Calgary's Child Magazine recognizes the best of Calgary's family-oriented businesses - and it's up to you to choose them!
Vote online now for your favorites, and you could WIN a one-night stay at the Delta Lodge at Kananaskis!
Treat yourself to an unforgettable getaway at the Delta Lodge at Kananaskis! Showcasing an unparalleled array of amenities in the gorgeous Kananaskis Village, this resort allows you to experience the best of the Canadian Rockies. Take advantage of convenient access to top-quality outdoor activities like biking, horseback riding, golf, and hiking, or indulge yourself at an on-site Summit Spa or in one of the first-class restaurants! Relax and unwind in an immaculately appointed guest room or suite offering breathtaking mountain views, free Wi-Fi access, plush bedding, and more!
The results will be published in our Mar-April 2018 Issue! Deadline to enter is December 31, 2017. Let us know you voted (and encourage your friends to vote) by using the hashtag #ccmparentschoice!
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Written by Christa Melnyk Hines; Photo: Fotolia.com
Without the benefit of body language, which can help soften or defuse tense conversations, online discussions are ripe for misunderstandings and heated exchanges. How can we make social media a kinder place for the healthy exchange of views?
Here are a few common scenarios and suggested solutions:
Written by Sarah Lyons; Photo: Fotolia.com
As a mother of six children, many times I have found myself comparing one child to another. Even though I know physical, emotional, and intellectual development will progress at a rate that is unique to each child and each will have their own strengths and weaknesses, when you are in the middle of a two-year-old tantrum over a seemingly trivial problem, it is hard not to think: 'Your sister never did this.'
Written by Judy Arnall, CCFE; Photo: Fotolia.com
No matter how long they have been together, couples need sparks, creativity, and fun in their relationship. As the years pass, they need it even more. Regular meetings are required in order to talk, have fun, and spend time together. We know that friendships survive on shared interests, yet as soon as we partner up with our very best friend, we tend to settle into domestic boredom and let the shared interests slide.
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Written by Calgary's Child Magazine; Photo: Fotolia.com
Although you may know that a mainstream public program just isn't right for your child, it can be difficult to know where to turn to find the perfect fit. Whether you're looking for something for your theatre kid, want a more faith-based learning community, or need a school which will keep your gifted child interested, Calgary has options for every child and for every family.
Written by Jennifer Lacey; Photo: Fotolia.com
As a parent, it is frustrating to see your child struggle academically and lose their self-confidence. Maybe a tutor is the answer - someone suited to help your child achieve better grades and assist in rebuilding their self-esteem. Once you decide to seek help, finding the tutor and/or tutoring facility with the right qualifications to fit your child's exact needs may prove to be a challenge. But with some practical advice and tips, you will be able to help your child overcome their struggles with a successful tutoring experience.
Written by Erica Arndt; Photo: Fotolia.com
Depending on your homeschooling family, you may find yourself needing to teach more than one grade level simultaneously. While this may seem like an overwhelming situation, with a little preparation and patience, you can successfully teach multiple grades.
I have four children, and this year has been the first year that I've really had four different grade levels going all at once. I'm not gonna lie to you, it can be slightly overwhelming! But with a little prep work and a few tips, you can make it work for your family, too!
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'Be Our Guest' Contest!
Toys "R" Us and Disney's Beauty and the Beast invite you to 'be our guest' with this exciting prize! Belle and Philippe are from the Toys "R" Us and Disney's Beauty and the Beast collection. For more exciting Disney Beauty and the Beast products, visit
toysrus.ca or a Toys "R" Us location near you.
For your chance to win the Belle and Philippe set,
enter here (contest code: Phillipe). Entry deadline is Monday, November 13, 2017.
Caring for Baby with Dove from Tip-to-Toe Contest!
Ring in the holidays with this ultimate Baby Dove prize pack! The Essentials set is a great kit for gift givers and receivers. It's an ideal stocking stuffer for someone you know expecting a new arrival, or to have on-hand for visiting family and friends with little ones. A functional and caring touch to make guests feel at ease, with baby in-tow. For more information and to find out where to purchase Baby Dove products, visit
dove.ca.
For your chance to win the Baby Dove Essentials Kit,
enter here (contest code: Baby Dove). Entry deadline is Monday, December 4, 2017.
Create & Code With LEGO® Contest!
LEGO® BOOST Creative Toolbox is a building and coding set that lets children bring their creations to life by adding movement, sound, and personality! This kit introduces children to coding through a free app that contains guidance, building instructions, and simple coding commands. Much like building with LEGO® bricks, children build behaviors and actions by linking digital coding blocks in a simple horizontal layout. LEGO® BOOST is appropriate for kids ages 7 to 12. A tablet running iOS 10.3 and newer/Android 5.0 or above is required to build and play with LEGO® BOOST. For more information and to purchase the LEGO® BOOST or other LEGO® products, visit
shop.lego.com.
For your chance to win the LEGO® BOOST Creative Toolbox,
enter here (contest code: Lego). Entry deadline is Monday, December 4, 2017.
Win the Tonka
®
Tinys
™ Rescue Response Set!
Take your Tonka Tinys on an epic adventure through the Rescue Response Station Playset! This ultimate playset features 3 levels of Tonka Tinys fun. Launch your vehicles over the flames, through the cinder block wall, and down the main gravity ramp! Store up to 8 Tinys vehicles on level one. The Rescue Response Station Playset includes 3 exclusive Tinys vehicles and is compatible with every vehicle in the line. All Tonka Tinys playsets can be connected to expand your Tonka Tinys world! Appropriate for ages 5 and up. Collect them all!
For your chance to win, enter here (contest code: Tonka). Contest closes Monday, December 4, 2017.
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Free Live Webinar - "Every Child is Gifted: Understanding Multiple Intelligences"
November 16, 8 to 9pm MT; Every Child is Gifted: Understanding Multiple Intelligences.
Brought to you by Professional Parenting Canada and Calgary's Child Magazine. Register today!
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WHAT'S COMING UP IN CALGARY?
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THE CITY OF CALGARY PARKS WINTERFEST
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Nov 19, 1pm - 3pm;
The City of Calgary Parks Winterfest! Get creative in the crafts room, join a guided park tour, and test out your bird-watching skills. There will also be nature-themed games, fun facts about the park's wildlife, and more! Takes place at Ralph Klein Park.
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Coming soon - t
he Family Guide is the best of Calgary's Child Magazine in a smaller, handy format that you can keep all year round. The Family Guide includes all of the previous year's resource guide in one place. Watch for it on January 31st, 2018 and
check out the 2017 edition!
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Want to know what's up in Calgary?
No matter the age, stage, or size of your family, we can find you something to do!
Check out Calgary's best events calendar for families at
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