Being Savvy: Your guide to activities and fun things to do with your preschoolers and kids in Halifax, NS

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Pretend Play

What Do You Want to Be When You Grow Up? Toys for Pretend Play

May 14, 2009

There are so many ways to encourage pretend play with your children. It is second nature for children to want to imitate and learn from adult like activities. Through imaginary play your child learns about the world, themselves, language, math and so much more.
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Room to Run

March 24, 2009

We are so lucky that Halifax has so many amazing playgrounds that give our children an opportunity to have room to run. Most preschoolers need time to be physically active and burn off some of their extra energy. My preschooler is content to stay home and play quietly most of the time. However I find it equally important to encourage her to get out, run, climb, slide, giggle and imagine in a new environment. Listed are just a few of some of the amazing playgrounds that you can explore with your children in Halifax.
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Movin', Jumpin', Groovin' on Rainy Days

March 23, 2009

So let us ignore the fact that it snowed a tiny bit yesterday and celebrate the arrival of spring! Spring bring warmer weather to the Maritimes, however it does bring some rainy days as well. Here are some movin', jumpin' groovin' ideas to keep your child active, happy and having fun on those rainy days.
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Puppet Theatre

October 16, 2008

Puppet Theatre I have a fondness for puppets, so my preschooler has access to a variety of finger and hand puppets. Growing up with Casey and Finnegan from Mr Dressup and the Muppets of course has long influenced my love of puppets. I am not sure about you, but I have the tendency to relive my childhood, just a little with the children. Our finger puppets are wonderful to act out stories from  Read more...

More of Our Favorite Activities and Things to Do in halifax

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Creatures & Critters:
Our Urban Jungle

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Do, Re, Mi! Places to Hear, Sing & Play a Tune

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Artistic Endeavors:
Our Favorite Art Venues

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Room to Run:
Run, Jump & Wiggle Outdoors

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Rainy & Quiet Days:
Cozy & Crazy Indoor Fun

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A Sense of History:
Our City's Stories

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Tot's Science Fair:
Science & Nature Sites

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Splash, Spray, Play! Local Spots to Get Wet

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The Most Fun in Life Is Free!

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The Best of... Our Top Can't-Live-Without Spots

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