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Out and About in Calgary's Parks!

I'm sitting with a group of three-year-olds at the Green Door Nursery School in southwest Calgary. I've interrupted them while they are busy assembling Mr. Potato-Heads and sculpting play dough to ask, "Where do you love to go when it's nice out?" Little Anne-Marie, her blonde pony tails bobbing frantically, shout-whispers in my ear. "My favorite thing is to go to the park with Grandma. I like the slide but I like the swings best!" I try prompting the group with some formal names of Calgary attractions but it seems Anne-Marie speaks for the class - the big hit with three-year-olds is 'the park'.

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Father-Friendly Games

Father's claim your place! The credo at Calgary Family Services new father's group elicits a curious mix of zeal and uncertainty in the hearts of its participants.

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Games People Play - Top Ten Games

Here is our top ten game roundup! These are in no particular order.

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Let's Play - How to Set up a Fantastic Playgroup

Babysitting co-ops are fairly common and a boost to families who want to receive and give support. They also provide a very economical childcare option. Here is another idea to consider for parents of young children.

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