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ummer is finally here, or so we hope. In just four short weeks, our children will be out for Summer break. We will then have eight weeks to fill with family fun, camps, and maybe a holiday? The options are limitless, yet overwhelming. In this issue, we’ve tried to pull together some resources to make your Summer experiences a little smoother. You’ll find our extensive camp guide, tips on how to entertain, tips on how to keep your young learners learning, and ways to make a holiday more achievable on a tight budget. Enjoy the read and enjoy the summer.
Inside 6 Raising Dragons SUMMER CAMP GUIDE 9 Residential Camps
19 Staying Fit Through Gymnastics
24 25 Fun Summertime Activities
21 Writing Stories and Building Bonds
26 Eliminating Summer Slide
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28 So Long Nursing Bra 22 Six Simple Ways to Stretch your Vacation Dollar
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30 Reviews
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No matter what path your child may choose to take, business experience will develop skills that will serve them well. The qualities they hone in the process position them to be leaders and innovators.
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wo of my favourite TV shows are Dragon’s Den and Game of Thrones. I find Daenerys Targaryen (aka the “mother of dragons� in Game of Thrones) inspiring—she is determined and cunning, yet compassionate too. Arlene Dickenson of Dragon’s Den strikes the same chord with me—she is intelligent and commanding yet gentle at the same time. Dragon’s Den has been a favourite of mine for a number of reasons. The initial hook was the innovative and ingenious new products. However, in a short amount of time I was watching to learn about entrepreneurs. It became apparent that entrepreneurs have skills and characteristics that set them apart. I love hearing the stories about where their idea came from and how the entrepreneur set up and grew their business amid failures and lessons learned. I recently had the pleasure of meeting with two young entrepreneurs, Jesse and Jasmine, along with their parents, Justin and Johanna. Jesse and Jasmine own Nerf Gun Rentals in Victoria. Jesse had the initial idea for the business almost 5 years ago. He wanted to play laser tag with his friends for his 8th birthday but the cost was much higher than the party budget. His parents suggested that he buy nerf guns with the money instead. Jesse realized that the nerf guns could be rented for other birthday parties. I’m sure his parents believed the genius was that at the end of the party Jesse could keep the nerf guns. The real genius was that the party inspired a business that has provided 5 years worth of work and lessons with the promise of many more in the future. Jesse is now 12. Over the past five years
he learned what it means to bring in investors and how to work with a partner. Not an easy feat when that investor/partner is your sibling. When he wanted to expand his inventory he asked his sister, Jasmine, to invest. In time Jasmine’s investment was converted into a 1/2 interest in the business. Today Jesse and Jasmine work together to keep the business moving forward. They have learned lessons about customer service, sales and marketing and even how to deal with cyber trolls. They are acquiring skills that are synonymous with the title “entrepreneur� and will continue to develop them as they grow their business. While the business is theirs they are not completely on their own in their endeavor. Their parents, Justin and Johanna, are each business owners and have mentored them throughout. Not every child has an entrepreneur in the family to impart some of their wisdom or to prod them along. For those parents who have children who are, or might be, interested in business there are some great resources such as the Young
Entrepreneur Learning Labs. Young Entrepreneur Labs is holding a summer camp—the Lemonade Stand Challenge—to introduce the basics of entrepreneurship to kids ages 7–12 through fun and engaging activities. Each day the kids will learn a new concept that will prepare them for the last day of camp—a Lemonade Stand Challenge! They also offer programs throughout the year for ages 7–15. Another program is the Startup Skool summer camp program that is geared toward giving kids ages 8–18 an entrepreneurial camp experience. The camps take place at both the UBC and UVic campuses with an additional location added this year at the Centre for Digital Media in Vancouver. Kids learn how to start their own business and design their own website. At the end of the camp they present their business to a panel of local entrepreneurs. If your child is interested in business or has a business idea but you don’t know how to help them to get things started, a summer business camp would be a fantas-
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tic investment for them. They are sure to inspire children to think like an entrepreneur. When the summer is over and your kids are looking for more opportunities to learn and experience what it means to run a business, Junior Achievement is worth checking out at jabc.ca. Junior Achievement is an opportunity for children to continue to engage in business learning throughout the school year. It was created in 1919 in the United States and established in Canada in 1967. It offers a number of different programs for kids from grades 5 through 12 to experience and learn about business. It boasts a rich history of student successes and lessons learned with the lessons translating into an alumni filled with our country’s leaders and changemakers. When your child has put together their business, and are ready to showcase their business idea, there is an event called Tinypreneurs currently in its inaugural year. It is a free event held in New Westminster on June 3, 2017. The goal is “to plant the seed that will encourage children not only to imagine their first business venture, but also to create the space to integrate the lessons of earning money from their own efforts associated with the pursuit of social responsibility toward maintaining a sustainable environment and being sensitive to the well-being of humanity and communities as a whole.� Not sure if a business program is right for your child? Remember, entrepreneurs are not just business owners. Even if your child does not move from Junior Achievement or the Young Entreprenuer Learning Labs into the next Arlene Dickenson, the lessons learned and the skills developed are invaluable. The Startup Skool recognizes that the experience of taking a business idea and building on it imparts “the core skills that are found in today’s cutting edge leaders: critical thinking, problem-solving, communication, creativity, confidence, and resilience. No matter what path your child may choose to take, business experience will develop skills that will serve them well. The qualities they hone in the process position them to be leaders and innovators.� If you are uncertain about your child’s receptivity to a business experience but would like to find a non-traditional camp for your child there are many technology and STEM camps that are worth looking into.
There are so many opportunities for our children to have fun while learning. When I asked Justin and Johanna for any advice they had for other parents with kids who have a business idea Johanna said to just go for it and be patient, businesses don’t grow quickly. The same advice holds true for other learning opportunities. A week spent at camp learning robotics will hold lessons for your child regardless of what they end up doing with their life. If you are considering an academic or business camp just go for it. As for what comes from that week at camp? Be patient. Your child will benefit from the experience, it just may take time for you to see it.
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TMDM is for students entering grades 9–12 with artistic or technical talent. Tuition includes lunches and ďŹ eld trip. Taught by current faculty and grads in the Master of Digital Media program. Program runs from July 10-21, 2017 weekdays from 9am-5pm.
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Summer Camp Guide Residential Camps
Camp Fircom Gambier, 604/662-7756 fircom.ca Ages 5–17
Aspengrove Equestrian Academy Vernon, 250/545-9470 aspengrovebc.com Ages 8–17
Camp Imadene Mesachie Lake, 250/749-6606 imadene.com Ages 7–18, plus Family Camps
British Columbia Family French Camp (BCFFC) Shuswap Lake, Gwillim Lake and Nanaimo info@bcffc.com bcffc.com At British Columbia Family French Camp, children from French Immersion bring their families along to camp! Families camp in their own sites and together we form a friendly neighbourhood, surrounded by the sounds of children playing and singing in French.
Camp Kodiak Parry Sound, Ontario campkodiak.com Ages 6–18 Camp Owaissi Kelowna, 250/769-3676 campoac.com Ages 7–17 Camp Pringle Shawnigan Lake, 250/472-6877 camppringle.com Ages 6–17
Camp Suzuki: Howe Sound Howe Sound – Camp Fircom 604/732-4228 campsuzuki.org Ages 7–13 Camp Qwanoes Vancouver Island 250/246-3014 qwanoes.ca Qwanoes is a Christian camp built from the ground up for kids to experience an unforgettable life-changing week. Qwanoes is wild action and pure fun, sun-soaked days, new friendships, tasty food, great music, over 75 activities, and all in a spectacular setting with amazing staff from the around the world... all who love kids. Life like no other awaits! Children’s Horse Camp Webbs Holiday Acres Aldergrove, 604/857-1712 webbsholidayacres.ca Ages 6–14
Debate Camp Canada Vancouver: Day Camp, July 4–8, Grades 5 to 10 Brentwood College, Mill Bay, Vancouver Island: Overnight, July 10–16, Grades 7 to 11 debatecamp.org Evans Lake Camp North of Squamish, 604/294-2267 evanslake.com Ages 8–16 Green Bay Bible Camp West Kelowna, 250/768-5884 greenbay.bc.ca Ages 6–14 Outward Bound National locations, 604/901-0013 (ext 221) outwardbound.ca Ages 14+ Pioneer Pacific Camp Thetis Island, 250/246-9613 pioneerpacific.ca Ages 7–18
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summer camp guide Camp Monarch, Music, Art & Dance North Vancouver, 604/723-8151 monarcharts.com Ages 5–12 Colourstrings Music & Movement Fun Musical Summer Camps 129 East 8th Ave Vancouver, 778-846-0127 colourstrings.ca Ages 0–9 yrs Music & Movement Classes: 3 months to 4 years, grouped by age, 6-week summer session, music, instruments, songs and play. Exciting Music Camps: 4 to 10 years: let you inner diva out in the choir camp, visit different world cultures, discover music science, meet the strings, piano camps for beginners & much much more! Douglas College Community Music School Jazz Camp New West, 604/527-5469 douglascollege.ca/cms Ages 14+
Stillwood Camp Cultus Lake, 1-800/507-8455 stillwood.ca Ages 5–16 Timberline Ranch Maple Ridge, 604/463-9278 timberlineranch.com Ages 9–16 Wyld Summer Camps WYLD Expeditions Strathcona Park, 250/286-3122 gowyld.ca Ages 12–18
special needs Camp Alohi Lani August 25 to 28, 2017 Port Moody alsbc.ca/services/caregivers-days/campalohi-lani For youth who have a parent or grandparent in a significant role living with ALS.
out Learning Disabilities, ADHD and high-functioning Autism Spectrum Disorder DYT Summer Camps fndc.ca Focussing on language enhancement (ASL) and social opportunities for deaf and hard of hearing children ages 5–18. Easter Seals Camps 604/873-1865 or 1-800/818-4483 eastersealscamps.ca Ages 6–18 For children and teens with physical and/or mental disabilities. Empowering Steps Club Aviva, Coquitlam 604/526-4464 empoweringsteps.ca Camps for students with developmental challenges
Camp Goodtimes and Teen Program campgoodtimes.org For children ages 7–15 and teens 15–18 with cancer and their families.
Eureka Camp 604/520-1155 eurekacamp.ca For children and adolescents with invisible disabilities.
Camp Kodiak Parry Sound, Ontario campkodiak.com Ages 6–18 For children and teens with and with-
Young Burn Survivors Camp July 16–21 burnfund.org/camp-for-young-burnsurvivors For young burn survivors ages 6–18
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Lower Mainland & Fraser Valley art, music, drama & dance The Arts Connection Richmond, 604/241-0141 theartsconnection.ca Ages 18mths-8 Arts Umbrella Vancouver, Surrey 604/681-5268 artsumbrella.com Ages 2–22 Art can change the lives of children in incredible ways, which is why Arts Umbrella helps young artists ages 2–22 cultivate creativity and grow self-confidence through Performing, Visual, and Media Arts programs. Register now for 2017/18 classes. artsumbrella.com Bard on the Beach: Young Shakespeareans Vancouver, 604/737-0625 bardonthebeach.org Ages 8–18 Boogaloo Academy 604/805-0558, Vancouver boogalooacademy.com
Gateway Academy Acting, Improvisation, Speech, Musical Theatre Richmond, 604/247-4975 gatewaytheatre.com/academy Ages 8–18 Goh Ballet Academy Canada Vancouver, 604/872-4014 gohballet.com Ages 4–7 Imagine That creative writing and drama workshop program Vancouver imaginethattuition.com Ages 4–17 Jean Lyons School of Music Vancouver, 604/734-4019 jeanlyonsmusic.com Ages 4–17 Kids on Stage Evergreen Cultural Centre Coquitlam, 604/927-6555 evergreenculturalcentre.ca Ages 6–21 Kindermusik with Miss Audrey 778/838/9595 kindermusik.com Newborn to age 7 Kindermusik classes are interactive, child-led and filled with singing, dancing, sign language, instrument play, and storytelling. They are 45 minutes long and include digital materials to continue the learning at home. Classes are led by Miss Audrey who is Montessori and RCM-trained.
summer camp guide Lights Up Musical Theatre Schools Throughout Lower Mainland, 888/502-5253 lightsuptheatre.ca Ages 4–13 Children and teens can sing, dance and act during school breaks at Lights Up Camps. All camps end in a performance for family and friends on the last day. Camps are open to everyone between 4–13 yrs. No prior musical theatre experience is required. Like all Lights Up programs, our camps teach children to work in teams, build confidence, sing, dance, act, and have fun! Place des Arts Coquitlam, 604/664-1636 placedesarts.ca Ages 5–14 “Summer in the City� weekly Art Camps Vancouver, 604/737-2636 suzybirstein.com Ages 6–17 Summer Music at UBC 604/822-3113 summer.music.ubc.ca Ages 9–16
Westside Dance Centre 604/736-1000 westsidedance.ca Ages 4+
general activities Alexandra Neighbourhood House 604/535-0015 alexhouse.net Ages 5–12 False Creek C.C. Daycamps Vancouver, 604/257-8195 falsecreekcc.ca Offers canoe/kayak camps, recreational camps and leadership camps for ages 3–14. KidCity Day Camp Vancouver, 604/440-9094 kidcitybc.ca Ages 5–10 Langara Family YMCA 604/324-9622 langarafamilyymca.org Preschool, Adventure, Leadership, and Counsellor in Training Camps. Ages 3–16; 8 am–5 pm
North Vancouver Recreation Commission 604/987-PLAY (7529) northvanrec.com
Adventure Day Camps Grouse Mountain, North Vancouver 604/980-9311 grousemountain.com/camps Ages 5–16
SFU Summer Camps 778/782-4965 sfu.ca/camps Ages 5–19
Aspire Educational Summer Camps West Vancouver 604/902-2217 aspiremathacademy.com Ages 6-12 Send your child back to school properly prepared this fall. Our camps offer the perfect balance or learning and fun throughout the summer. Contact us today to discuss how Aspire Math Academy can help your child make the most of their break!
Spare Time Child Care Society Vancouver sparetimesociety.org Ages 5–12 Sunset Community Centre Vancouver, 604/718-6505 mysunset.net Ages 6–16
specialty camps
BC SPCA Among Animals Camp 604/599-7297 spca.bc.ca/youth/whats-happening Ages 5–13 Camps are held in various locations around the province. Participants will learn about animal care, welfare and environmental issues in a safe and fun environment.
Adaptive Multi-Sport Camp Cloverdale, 604/333-3520 bcwheelchairsports.com Ages 11+
BrainSTEM Learning North Vancouver, 604-379-2767 brainstemlearning.ca Ages 4–14
West Point Grey Community Centre Summer Day Camp Vancouver, 604/257-8140 westpointgrey.org/programs/day-camps Ages 3–13 years
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summer camp guide Bricks 4 KidzŽ Vancouver, Richmond, Burnaby 604/250-6665 bricks4kidz.com/vancouver With our unique, motorized LEGOŽ models, Bricks 4 KidzŽ Vancouver is offering an exciting lineup of summer camps. From our popular Space Adventures and Robotics Camps to our new Mining & Crafting and Jurassic Brick Land Camps, kids will have a blast with hands-on activities and challenges. Burnaby Village Museum Burnaby, 604/297-4565 burnabyvillagemuseum.ca/camps Ages 6–12 In a 1920s setting, children play games and sports, enjoy activities, and enjoy daily carousel rides! There are themed weeks for specific age groups. Christianne’s Lyceum of Literature and Art Vancouver, 604/733-1356 christiannehayward.com Ages 5+ Dive into Summer Camp at the Vancouver Aquarium 604/659-3552 vanaqua.org Ages 4–16
Eco-adventures Summer Camp Mt Seymour, North Vancouver 604/986-2261 mountseymour.com Ages 5–12 FarmWonders Camp UBC Farm, 604/827-4048 farmwonders.ca Ages 6–14 FarmWonders camp takes place at UBC Farm, a 60-acre certified organic farm in Vancouver. Each of our one-week themed camps include forest adventures, planting, eco-crafts, trips around the farm and a chance to harvest, cook and eat fresh garden produce! Fraser Academy Summer Boost Camp Vancouver, 604/736-5575 fraseracademy.ca Ages 8–13 FUNbelievable Summer Camp Surrey, 778/394-1243 funtopiaworld.com/surrey Ages 5–10 Fashion Camp The Cutting Room Vancouver, 604/396-9767 the-cuttingroom.com Ages 8–18 La Movida Sewing Camp Kitsilano, West Vancouver
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lamovida.ca For all skill levels, ages 8+ Langara Summer Camps Vancouver, 604/677-0198 langara.ca/summer-camps For teens 13–17 years Lynn Canyon Ecology Centre North Van, 604/990-3755 lynncanyonecologycentre.ca Ages 5–12 On The Mic Voice-Over Training Vancouver, 604/669-0654 info@onthemictraining.com onthemictraining.com Ages 10–17 Professional Standard Training for Kids & Teens (10–17 yrs) in Voiceover: Offer Weekend Workshops, After School Programs, Private Coaching and 1-week Summer Camps! Richmond Nature Park Camps Richmond, 604/276-4300 richmond.ca/register Ages 4–12 Sea Smart-Beach Camp Vancouver, Richmond 604-358-3001 seasmartschool.com Ages 6–13
Science World at TELUS World of Science 604/443-7443 telusworldofscience.com Sprout the Chef Cooking Camp Vancouver, Burnaby 604/505-0074 sproutingchefs.com Ages 7–13 St. George’s Summer Programs Vancouver, Dunbar area 604/221-3601 summeratstgeorges.ca Ages 4–11 StartUp Skool Vancouver,Burnaby, 604/349-8199 startupskool.com Ages 8–16 Stewart Farms Summer Daycamps Surrey, 604/592-6956 surrey.ca/culture-recreation/9245.aspx Ages 6–12 Spend a summer day on the farm at Historic Stewart Farm doing things the old-fashioned way! Tend the garden, go on a nature walk, play games, be a river pirate, and more—there is a different theme every day!
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Tomorrow’s Master of Digital Media Program (TMDM) Centre for Digital Media Vancouver tmdm@thecdm.ca thecdm.ca/program/tmdm TMDM is a 3-week intensive summer camp for students entering grades 9–12 with artistic or technical interests who want to explore educational and career opportunities in the digital media industry. Students will learn rapid prototyping and collaborative techniques and will have a playable digital media product at the end of the camp. Ages: 13–17 Urban Safari Rescue Society Surrey, 604/531-1100 urbansafari.ca Ages 6–12 Westside Church Day Camps North Vancouver and Kistilano 604/263-2314 wchurch.ca Ages 3–12 Westside Montessori Academy Vancouver, 604/434-9611 wmasummercamp.com Westside Montessori Academy’s Summer
Camps are professionally-led half and full day camps for 3 to 12-year-olds in East Vancouver. Taking advantage of their secure, air-conditioned classrooms and adjacent Beaconsfield Park, they make summer full of learning, exploring and fun!
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Young Entrepreneur Learning Labs Summer Entrepreneurship Camps South Surrey/White rock, Vancouver, Surrey, Langley, and Richmond 1/800–243-0335 yelearninglabs.com Ages 7–15 Our summer camps introduce the basics of entrepreneurship to kids through fun and engaging activities. Our one-week program will inspire camp goers to generate innovative ideas and spot opportunities through critical thinking, problem solving, and creative brain-storming techniques. Our positive environment and supportive approach encourages team-building, collaboration, and promotes self-confidence and leadership skills. Each day the kids will learn a new concept that will prepare them for the last day of camp—our Lemonade Stand Challenge!
Atlantis Programs Vancouver, 604/874-6464 atlantisprograms.com Swimming lessons for kids 4 months and up. Since 1986, Atlantis has been offering swim lessons to kids 4 months and up. Specializing in small class sizes (generally 4:1), warm water and exceptional instructors, they have helped thousands of children to be safe and competent in the water, so they can enjoy a lifetime of aquatic activities.
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Total Athlete Training Athletes in Action Langley, 604/514-2079 athletesinaction.com Ages 14–18
KidRock Summer Camps Cliffhanger Indoor Rock Climbing Vancouver, 604/874-2400 cliffhangerclimbing.com Ages 9–16 Fitba—Soccer Player Development Vancouver, 604/340-1263 fitba.ca
Jump Gymnastics Yaletown and North Van 604/568-9690 info@jumpgymnastics.ca jumpgymnastics.ca Jump Gymnastics programming gives your child the strongest foundation for success in all sports and an active life. Classes, camps, birthday parties, date nights and more for kids from 6 months through their 7th year. Jump into the fun! Learn to Sail Deep Cove Yacht Club North Vancouver, 604/929-1009 deepcoveyc.com Ages 4–16 RBL Basketball 604/269-0221 or 604/253-5295 RBLBasketball.ca Ages 5–15 The Little Gym Langley, 604/539-2543 thelittlegym.com Ages 3–12 Oval Summer Sport Camps Richmond Olympic Oval 778/296-1400 richmondoval.ca Ages 4–18
summer camp guide Pedalheads Bike Camps 888/886-6464 pedalheads.com PedalheadsŽ is a learn to ride bike program for kids 2–12. Located across Canada and specifically in the Greater Vancouver area, they have helped over 200,000 kids learn to ride. Offering a variety of levels from training wheels to trails, PedalheadsŽ offers half-day, all day and private lesson options. Royal Soccer Lower Mainland & Fraser Valley 800/427-0536 royalsoccer.com Ages 5–13 The Royal Soccer Club is celebrating its 25th annual summer grassroots soccer day camps‌#1 grassroots soccer camp in Canada. Open to boys & girls aged 5 to 13, we offer over 18 locations across British Columbia region during July and August. Visit www.royalsoccer.com for more details or call 1-800427-0536. Scuba Camp Diving Locker, Vancouver 800/DIVE-398 divinglocker.ca Ages 10+
Sole Girls Empowerment Camps Vancouver, Maple Ridge, North Vancouver, Port Moody, 778/952-7653 solegirls.org/camps.html Ages 6–12 Sportball Mulitiple Locations, 604/688-3157 sportball.ca Ages 16 months to 12 years Timberline Ranch Maple Ridge, 604/463-9278 timberlineranch.com Ages 7–8 Twin Rivers Equestrian Centre Cloverdale, 604/574-5481 twinriversequestrian.com
Okanagan art, music, drama & dance Art Adventures Kelowna Art Gallery, 250/762-2226 kelownaartgallery.com/art-camps Ages 3–12 Arts Blast Camp Rotary Centre for the Arts Kelowna, 250/717-5304 rotarycentreforthearts.com Ages 3–13
UBC Sport Camps Vancouver, 604/822-6121 ubccamps.ca
Hip Hop or Acro Intensive Creator’a Arts Centre Kelowna, 250/860-6616 creatorsarts.com Ages 6+
Phoenix Gymnastics Vancouver, 604/737-7693 phoenixgymnastics.com Ages 3+
Karma Kids Get Bent Yoga & Dance Penticton, 250/462-1025 GetBentRec.com Ages 8–12
Yoga Kiddo Buttons Camp YogaButtons Studio Vancouver604/739-9642 yogabuttons.com Ages 3–7
Kelowna Dance & Performing Arts Kelowna 778/478-0760 kelownadance.com Ages 4+
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Summer Jam Reflections Dance Studio reflectionsdance.ca August 8–11, 2016 Ages 6 yrs & up! Summer Stages Kelowna Actors Studio kelownaactorsstudio.com Ages 7-13 TEEN Friday Art Series Kelowna Art Gallery, 250/762-2226 kelownaartgallery.com/art-camps Ages 13–18
general activities Camp OC Okanagan College Kelowna, Vernon, Penticton, Revelstoke okanagan.bc.ca Green Bay Bible Day Camp West Kelowna, 250/768-5884 greenbay.bc.ca Ages 6–12
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summer camp guide Geering Up UBC Okanagan Kelowna, 250/808-9309 geeringup.ca Ages 6–13 Science Camp Okanagan Science Centre Vernon, 250/545-3644 okscience.ca Ages 6–12 StartUp Skool Kelowna, 604/349-8199 startupskool.com Ages 8–16
sports EnergyPlex Kelowna, 250/765-4486 energyplex.ca/day-camps Ages 5–11 FitKidz Gymnastics Club Penticton, 778/476-KFIT (5348) fitkidzcan.com Ages 4+
H2O Adventure and Fitness Camps Kelowna, 250/491-9622 h2okelowna.ca Ages 5–14
Sportball Vernon, Kelowna, Penticton sportball.ca
Art Play Camp Poppet Studio poppetcreative.com Ages 5–12
Okanagan Mission Tennis Kelowna okmissiontennis.org Ages 6–12
Stand Up Paddleboard Camp Kelowna 250/808-6247 kelownabeachrentals.com Ages 8–16
Crafty Summer Camps Crafty and The Woodshed Victoria craftyvictoria.com Ages 5–8
Okanagan Rhythmic Gymnastics Vernon, 866/696-5035 gymnasticsinvernon.com Ages 5–16
Wakeboard/Waterski Camp Kelowna, 250/212-1554 mwsadventures.com Ages 5+
Dance Camps Stages Performing Arts School Saanich, 250/384-3267 members.shaw.ca/stagesdance All ages
Royal Soccer Kamploops, Kelowna 800/427-0536 royalsoccer.com The Royal Soccer Club is celebrating its 25th annual summer grassroots soccer day camps‌#1 grassroots soccer camp in Canada. Open to boys & girls aged 5 to 13, we offer over 18 locations across British Columbia region during July and August. Visit www.royalsoccer.com for more details or call 1-800427-0536.
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HipHop Intensive Esquimalt, 250/896-4427 vibestreetdance.com Ages 7–18
art, music, drama & dance
Kate Rubin Theatre Summer Camps Victoria, 250/386-7526 Katerubintheatre.com Ages 5–17
4Cats Langford, Oak Bay, Victoria 4cats.com Ages 3–12
The Music Box Summer Camps Victoria themusicbox.musicteachershelper.com Ages 6–12
summer camp guide The Paint Box School of Art Victoria, 250/590-7571 thepaintbox-victoria.com Ages 3–14 Stages Performing Arts School Victoria, 250/384-3267 stagesdance.com Ages 18m+ Tiny Tot Summer Dance Camp and Summer Intensive Ballet Victoria Victoria, 250-380-6063 balletvictoria.ca Ages 3-6, 12–18+ Victoria Academy of Ballet Half-day Children’s Camps Victoria, 250/590-6752 victoriaacademyofballet.ca Ages 3–11
general activities Big Kids Corner Babies to Big Kids Childcare Esquimalt, 250/590-2722 babiestobigkids.com Ages 5–12 Burnside Fun N Sun Burnside Gorge Community Association 250/388-5251 burnsidegorge.ca Ages 5–11 Camp Oaklands Oaklands Community Centre Victoria, 250/370-9101 oaklandscommunitycentre.com Ages 8–11 Camptastiq Quadra Village Community Centre 250/388-7696 quadravillagecc.com Ages 5–12 City Centre Park Langford, 250/391-1738 citycentrepark.ca Ages 5–15 Coastal Bliss Adventures Summer Kids Camps Cowichan Bay, 250/715-0034 coastalbliss.ca Ages 9–18 Fun Seekers and Adventure Kids Camp Esquimalt Rec Centre 250/412-8500 esquimalt.ca/parksRecreation/programsRegistration Ages 6–12 FUN Camps Friends Uniting for Nature Victoria, Esquimalt, Westshore 250/891-1067 funsociety.ca Ages 6–16
At FUN Camps, kids and teens become eco-superheroes, have fun, and make friends. Trained educators lead FUN Campers in outdoor adventures, games, art, and green tech. We connect forest, ocean, city, and fun for happy kids. Kids Klub School Summer Camps Multiple Locations, 250/881-1223 kidsklub.ca Ages 5–12 Lux Mundi Summer Program Christ Church Cathedral School Victoria, 250/383-5125 cathedralschool.ca Ages 5–11 Oak and Orca Summer Camp Victoria, 250/383-6609 oakandorca.ca Ages 5–12 SMS Summer Camps St. Margaret’s School Victoria, 250/479-7171 stmarg.ca Girls Ages 5–13 St Michael’s University School Victoria, 250/370-6120 smus.ca/summer Ages 5–15 Summerscope Day Camp Crystal Pool & Fitness Centre 250/361-0732 victoria.ca/crystalpool crystalpool@victoria.ca Ages 6–9
Sewing Camp Bay/Fernwood, 250/592-7879 andreasseweasy.com Ages 7+ Shoots with Roots Daycamps Milner Gardens & Woodland Qualicum Beach, 250/752-8573 www2.viu.ca/milnergardens/shootswith-roots Ages 6–10
sports Basketball UVic Vikes Recreation Victoria, 250/721-7282 vikesrec.uvic.ca Ages 8–13 The Boulders Climbing Gym Central Saanich, 250/544 0310 climbtheboulders.com Ages 5–-14
SPCA Kids Camps Victoria, 250/686-1581 spca.bc.ca/kids-teens/whats-happening/ summer-camps/ StartUp Skool Victoria, 604/349-8199 startupskool.com Ages 8–16 Summer Camps & Tech Camps Christ Church Cathedral School Victoria, 250/383-5125 cathedralschool.ca Ages 8–12 Cathedral School offers 2 summer programs: Lux Mundi is for age 5–11 and includes daily field trips, sports, and indoor play. Tech Camps are computer based camps for ages 9–13 with themes like Minecraft and Lego Mindstorms Robotics.
CFSA Summer Sail Training Program Esquimalt, 250/363-1009 sailinginstructor@cfsaesq.ca cfsaesq.ca/training/summer_training_ program.html Ages 4+ This summer learn to sail at the Canadian Forces Sailing Association Esquimalt. We offer 1 and 2 week courses for ages 4yrs to adult, beginner to advanced. CFSA is a wonderful place to learn sailing with a protected harbour and favourable winds. Questions? Contact our Program Manager Ryan at sailinginstructor@cfsaesq.ca. Or facebook @esquimaltsailing. Ezra Soccer Summer Camp Nanaimo, 250/756-5200 enlighteningenterprises.com Ages 3–13
Sun Fun The Cridge Centre for Family Victoria, 250/995-6407 cridge.org/childcare/sunfun Ages 5–12
specialty camps Camp Pringle Shawnigan Lake, 250/472-6877 camppringle.com Ages 6–14 Make Camp & Fashion Camp Victoria, 778/430-MAKE (6253) themakehouse.ca Ages 8–17 Ocean Adventures Deep Bay Marine Field Station Nanaimo, 250/740-6611 2.viu.ca/deepbay Age 6–12 Royal BC Museum Summer Camps Victoria, 250/356-7226 royalbcmuseum.bc.ca/camps Ages 5–14 Science Venture Camps UVic Science Venture Victoria, 250/721-8661 scienceventure.ca Ages 6–14
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summer camp guide Falcon Gymnastics Victoria, 250/479-6424 falcongymnastics.com Ages 18m–14 yrs Golf & Multi Sport Full Day Camps Victoria Golf Club Victoria, 250/598-4321 victoriagolf.com Ages 12–17 Highland Pacific Golf Victoria, 250/478-4653 highlandpacificgolf.com Ages 6–14 Hockey Training Camps Behind the Bench Victoria, 250/642-7792 behindthebench.com Ages 7–17 Jetin’ Extreme Crystal Pool & Fitness Centre Victoria, 250/361-0732 victoria.ca/crystalpool Ages 9–12 Kayaking Camp Ocean River Sports Victoria, 250/381-4233 oceanriver.com Ages 10–14
Kayak Marine Adventure Camps Glenlyon Norfolk School mygns.ca/gryphon-life/summer-programs/marine-adventure-camps Victoria, 250/370.6852 Ages 11–17 Kids Martial Arts And Fitness Camp Crusher Combat Sports Victoria, 250/478-3596 crushercombat.com Kids Paddling Victoria, 250/380-0226 chinookclub.ca Motocross Camp Westshore Motocross Langford, 250/590-8088 westshoremx.com Pedalheads—Newbees to Level 3 Braefoot, 888/886-6464 atlantisprograms.com Ages 4–8 Playzone City Centre Park Victoria, 250/391-1738 eagleridgecentre.com Ages 5–15 Play Sport Pacific Institute for Sports Excellence Victoria, 250/220-2510 summercamps.piseworld.com
Oak Bay Figure Skating Rink Ratz Oak Bay, 250/744-6603 oakbayfsc.ca Ages 4–10 Riding and Farm Camp Echo Ridge Stables Victoria, 250/857-6710 echoridgestables.ca Ages 4–14 Rink Ratz Camps Oak Bay Figure Skating Club Oak Bay, 250/744.6603 Ages 4–10 Royal Soccer Victoria 800/427-0536 royalsoccer.com The Royal Soccer Club is celebrating its 25th annual summer grassroots soccer day camps…#1 grassroots soccer camp in Canada. Open to boys & girls aged 5 to 13, we offer over 18 locations across British Columbia region during July and August. Visit www.royalsoccer.com for more details or call 1-800427-0536. Sailing—Royal Victoria Yacht Club 250/592-6113 rvyc.bc.ca Ages 7–17
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Synchronized Swimming Summer Camp Victoria Synchro jennifervicsynchro@gmail.com Victoriasynchro.com Ages 8–12 Urban Adventure Summer Camp Boys and Girls Club of Greater Victoria Esquimalt, 250/384-9133 bgcvic.org Victoria Gymnastics Victoria, 250/380-2442 victoriagymnastics.com Ages 2+ Vikes Summer Camp Victoria, 250/472-4000 vikescamps.com Ages 5–18 Water Sport Camps Fairway Gorge Paddling Club Victoria, 778/432-3472 fgpaddle.com Ages 6–12
Staying Fit through Gymnastics Cerebral Palsy Association of British Columbia
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wo years ago, Nadia Ulanowska wasn’t able to walk without a walker. Now, the 10-year-old Burnaby resident has perfected a seat drop on the trampoline. Nadia’s cerebral palsy, which is known as spastic diplegia, affects both of her legs. Thanks to the Cerebral Palsy Association of British Columbia’s (CPABC) campership program, Nadia has had the opportunity to participate in Club Aviva Empowering Steps Movement Therapy summer camp in Coquitlam since 2011. Over the years, she attended Club Aviva through a subsidy provided by CPABC which alleviated some of the costs associated with the adapted gymnastics program. Empowering Steps Movement Therapy (ESMT) is a motor intervention program that focuses on function rather than diagnosis, treating all children with neurodevelopmental disabilities including cerebral palsy and autism spectrum disorder. Many children and youth living with cerebral palsy do not get enough physical activity because they face physical, cognitive and behavioral challenges which make it difficult to attend other programs. Adapted recreation programs such as adapted gymnastics offer physical benefits—improvements to muscle strength, stamina, breathing and flexibility—and they also offer social and personal development benefits, through selfconfidence, social inclusion, relationship building and overall wellness. Seeing is believing, and this is the case
with Nadia. Because of her hard work and dedication at the camp, she now enjoys increased mobility, flexibility, and coordination along with a healthy mindset that supports her physical activity. Determined to finish the summer program last year, she says, “it took a long time, but [I] finished it in two months before I got back to school.� Nadia’s determination is echoed by
Empowering Steps Movement Therapy (ESMT) is a motor intervention program that focuses on function rather than diagnosis, treating all children with neurodevelopmental disabilities including cerebral palsy and autism spectrum disorder.
Natalie Riley, a movement therapist at Club Aviva, who says Nadia demonstrated perseverance and initiative towards improving her strength, achieving her personal goals and dispelling preconceived ideas about her disability. Natalie and Nadia worked together on Nadia’s upper body strength and core strength, through assisted chin ups and planks. The pair also focused heavily on balance and coordination, which are often compromised by cerebral palsy. Nadia’s skills-building activities also included climbing a ladder, rope-climbing, trampoline
exercises, jumping, plies for hip flexibility, walking backward to improve balance and stability, and walking a six-inch wide balance beam to improve her gait mechanics. Nadia’s drive and dedication are evident in her eyes, as she explains, “when we move on the beam on the floor we try to isolate one leg at a time so I can build up my strength�. Along with balance and coordination, Nadia has also been concentrating on strengthening her lower body and her control of it. The balance beam is a great apparatus to focus on balance and coordination, as well as perfecting gait patterns and mechanics. There are multiple options for the beam, skinny (4 inch) or fat pad beams (6 inches), as well as raised or lowered beams. This allows for scaffolding skills and building confidence. The practicality of the gymnastic exercises at Club Aviva has helped Nadia to have fun and progress to her best functional capacity. Traditional gymnastics might prove challenging for Nadia, but the moves she practices at Club Aviva are adapted for her motilities and offer benefits for her core strength, balance, and coordination. “The environment is really good in terms of focusing on her as a person through getting to interact with her and connect emotionally and physically and not look at her disability,� says Natalie. CPABC executive director Feri Dehdar emphasizes the positive power of adapted Continued on page 20 BCPARENT CA s SUMMER 19
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recreation. “Children appreciate being in an accepting environment, where they can be free to do what works for them. Add to that the physical fitness aspect and it truly is an amazing opportunity. Participants build movement skills, express themselves and have fun. Our unique ways of moving and interacting can be sources of creativity, beauty, and well-being. Confidence is a super power.� CPABC has not only supported Nadia to enjoy summer camp every year since 2011, it has also helped countless other children, youth, and adults to have fun at camp and summertime activities. CPABC has subsidized 16 kids with CP to attend Club Aviva since 2011, so they can enjoy camp just like any other child. CPABC offers its own adapted recreation programs, including yoga dance, art and self-defense classes delivered free of charge to anyone with a disability, in six communities in BC. The Cerebral Palsy Association of BC supports people with disabilities to live a Life Without Limits through adapted recreations programs as well as a summer campership program.
Our unique ways of moving and interacting can be sources of creativity, beauty, and well-being. Confidence is a super power.
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Writing stories and building bonds By Jim Shepard
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must confess that—right from the start—Flight Checks, a book I coauthored with my grandson, Charlie, was propelled by my poor ability to read aloud to my grandson. “Wake up, Grampa! Wake up!� was a constant refrain after I had read just a few pages. One night, just as I was about to start, I heard Charlie say, “Hey, Grampa, why don’t we make our own story?� “Okay,� I said. “Who wants to start?� Over the next few months, our story-time hour turned into brainstorming sessions between Charlie and myself. These sessions revealed just how much pent-up imagination rests in the minds of young people and yielded some fascinating episodes. Then, one night, the suggestion was made: “Hey, Grampa, let’s write a book!� I sat down in front my computer and nervously placed my fingers upon the keyboard. I thought about our favourite character dreamed up during our sessions: Jake, a respectable-looking poodle-cross who was locked up in the dog pound. Jake faced “the gas-pipe� because nobody wanted to own him since he wasn’t a purebred poodle. Jake had great plans for his future: he wanted to become an airline pilot who speaks perfect, Parisienne French. From there, Charlie’s imagination was a good catalyst to move the story along at a sweltering pace. Against incredible odds, Jake escapes and manages to fulfill his dreams with excursions into Paris, Southern France, and Northern Africa. The next thing we knew, we found a local editor, designer, and illustrator who would help us publish our book. And the best part? Charlie and I worked togeth-
er throughout the entire process. I would highly recommend the experience to any parent or grandparent who wishes to develop a productive and lasting relationship with their little ones. For families who are considering writing a book, I offer the following practical considerations:
Aim to start by suggesting you create “a little story� together out-loud.
The imagination of young children is a wonderful world of anything-is-possible fantasy. It can be the platform to launch a world of fun story-writing sessions. Aim not to begin with the “let’s write a book� approach. That can be intimidating for both parents and children. Instead, aim to start by suggesting you create “a lit-
tle story� together out-loud. Do this a few times and see where imaginary storytelling takes you. If the short stories start to have a theme, then you may suggest: “Let’s write a book!� By that time, your child will realize they already have the ingredients of a good book. By all means, let your child’s wild imagination get expressed, no matter how incredible. You will be awestruck by the stories they can tell. Writing and publishing a book with Charlie was a meaningful experience. I came to appreciate the incredible scope of his imagination, which knows no bounds. It was also a great opportunity for Charlie and I to work together, as equal partners. *IM &# 3HEPARD is a retired business executive who led as CEO for both Finning International and Canfor. He relieved the stress from guardianship of companies that spanned four continents by writing children’s stories, including Flight Checks with his grandson, Charlie. Shepard received the Order of British Columbia in 2015 for his contribution to the province. He lives in Vancouver, B.C. with his family.
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Six Simple Ways to Stretch your Vacation Dollar
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f you are planning a family vacation this year, you may want to start saving now. According to an American Express Spending and Saving Tracker survey conducted in 2014, the average family spends a little more than $1246 per person on their vacation. For a family of four, that comes to just short of $5000. As any family will tell you, there are many places to spend that money—braces, a down payment for a new car, savings for college, or a room makeover. While $1246 may be the average cost, no one said you had to spend that much to have memorable vacation. Nor will you need to spend the week sleeping in a tent and living off the land. By following the suggestions below, you can save hundreds of dollars on your trip. With such savings, you might be able to go on two vacations this year! 1. Getting there. Go on a road trip. According to the American Express survey, 22 BCPARENT CA s SUMMER
44% of vacationers travel by car. If you have the extra time, it is often the cheaper way to travel. Compare the price of gas, distance you are traveling and possible overnight stay to the cost of round trip tickets for your family and a rental car when you land. You may be surprised at the savings and the sights you see along the way.
If you have the extra time, a road trip is often the cheaper way to travel.
2. Save money on meals. If you are travel-
ing by car, pack lunch and snacks. My family stops at rest areas and picnics. Most rest stops have a playground to run out some of the sillies before getting back in the car. Look for hotels that offer free meals. Many
By Pam Molnar
have deals where kids eat free, or breakfast is included with your stay. Hotels like Homewood Suites by Hilton offer free dinners during the week. During your trip, try to make lunch your big meal of the day. Not only is it cheaper, it is also healthier not to go to bed with such a large meal on your stomach. 3. Rent a home. Visit sites like Vacation Rental by Owner to find a house in the area you are visiting. The cost per night is less than a hotel and you have more room to spread out. Some homes allow dogs so you don’t have to leave your pets at home (and pay for a pet sitter). If you are vacationing with friends or family, rent a house big enough for everyone and share the cost. By having a full kitchen, you can prepare your own meals instead of eating in restaurants for every meal. If you don’t want to spend your vacation cooking, try crock pot meals and let dinner cook while you are away.
Kids naturally want to take something home as a reminder of their vacation. In high tourist areas like New York City or Orlando, look for t-shirt vendors advertising $5 shirts or hats. Unless you have a collection, stay away from expensive key chains, mugs or backscratchers that will end up in the bottom of the closet. Consider making a souvenir out at home from things you have collected on the trip. When my family went to the US Bureau of Engraving and Printing in Washington, DC, we bought a bag of shredded money that we later stuffed in a glass ornament for our Christmas tree. 5. Use coupons. Look for local coupon books, coupon codes or online deals in the area you are traveling to. The Entertainment Book, which costs $10–35 in most areas, is usually half price in the summer. Many large cities in the States, like Chicago, Boston and Atlanta, offers CityPASS. These passes offer a discount to a combination of must see attractions over a nine day period. Not only do you save money, but you have the convenience of purchasing all your tickets at once. 6. Look for FREE things to do. No matter where you are traveling, you can find something to do that is free. A quick online 4. Souvenirs.
The Parent’s Guide to Road Trips: Survival Tips s 0ACK SNACKS THAT YOU WOULDN T NOR s ,OOK FOR REST STOPS FOR A PLACE TO RUN OFF MALLY BUY AT HOME AFTER ALL YOU ARE SOME ENERGY -OST REST AREAS HAVE A PLAY ON VACATION 4AKE THEM OUT AT THE lRST GROUND BUT YOU CAN ALSO PACK A &RISBEE SIGN OF BOREDOM 4HE KIDS WILL BE A LOT BALL OR SIDEWALK CHALK TO HELP EVERYONE MORE CONTENT TO SIT FOR ANOTHER HOUR IN RECHARGE EXCHANGE FOR SPECIAL TREATS s #HECK THE DOLLAR STORE FOR CHEAP DRY ERASE s "ORROW $6$S FROM YOUR LOCAL LIBRARY BOARDS AND MARKERS 4HESE ARE GREAT FOR AND LET THE KIDS WATCH THEM ON GAMES LIKE TIC TAC TOE OR FOR SIMPLY DOO MINI $6$ PLAYERS /R SIGN UP TO USE DLING -Y KIDS LIKE TO PLAY A GAME WHERE ) !MAZON )NSTANT 6IDEO TO DOWNLOAD TELL THEM SOMETHING TO DRAW BASED ON THE MOVIES RIGHT TO YOUR MOBILE DEVICES SIGHTS AROUND USˆA SEMI TRUCK A FARM s 'ET NEW EAR BUDS FOR EVERYONEˆAND HOUSE OR A BIG OAK TREEˆAND WE VOTE ON ONE TO SPARE .OTHING RUINS THE PURPLE THE BEST ONE MOUNTAIN MAJESTIES FASTER THAN THE s 0LAY AUDIO BOOKS DOWNLOADED THROUGH SOUND OF ELECTRONIC GAMES COMING !MAZON S !UDIBLE OR FREE CHILDREN S STORIES FROM THE BACKSEAT FROM 3TORYNORY THROUGH I4UNES 0URCHASE s 0URCHASE NEW TOYS FOR THE TRIP #HOOSE 3OUNDSCAPE OR 3OUNDSCAPE *R #$S AVAIL SMALLER ITEMS LIKE NEW CRAYONS AND CO ABLE ON !MAZON AND TEST YOUR SKILLS AT LOURING BOOKS -ATCHBOX CARS OR CRAFT IDENTIFYING THINGS LIKE THE SOUND OF RUSTLING SUPPLIES PAPER WITHOUT THE BENElT OF VISUAL CLUES
search can bring up a variety of activities from zoos to factory tours to free admission museum days. Don’t limit yourself to your destination area only. If you have access to a car on vacation, consider driving off the beaten path of tourism. You may be sur-
prised at the interesting attractions you will find for free. 0AM -OLNAR is a freelance journalist and mother of three. Her family loves the flexibility of road trips and traveling outside of the box to save money.
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s our spring slowly slips away and the beautiful days are getting longer, I am reminded that summer is fast approaching and warmer weather is upon us. Many parents ask me if I have any fun and age-appropriate ideas and activities for summertime adventures for their families. I am always excited to share my experiences and ideas with them from my past 35 years in my rewarding field of early childhood education, as a past StrongStart BC Facilitator and especially as a parent of a very busy and curious son. As every parent knows and has shared with me over the years, keeping children “entertained� with fun and exciting activities, other than screen-time, can be challenging when school is out for the summer. Fear not! I have included 25 great ideas and activities for how to prevent “summertime boredom� and to keep children occupied and engaged in great adventures and experiences while the “heat is on�. 24 BCPARENT CA s SUMMER
Fun Summertime Activities and Adventures to Experience over the Summer Months By Brenda Fisher-Barber Find objects in the house that begin with the letters of the alphabet and then go outside to do the same. Print them on a piece of paper. Rainbow Explorers. Go outside and find things/items for every colour of the rainbow. (Do you remember ROY G. BIV? Red, Orange, Yellow, Green, Blue, Indigo, Violet.) Send a Smile. Write a letter/postcard to someone you miss and mail it to them. Add stickers and be creative to “make their day� upon reading it. Bubble Fun. Blow bubbles on sunny and rainy days. Make your own bubble wands and use creative tools to make unique bubbles. Visit https://www. icanteachmychild.com/invent-yourown-bubble-wands-from/
1. Alphabet Scavenger Hunt.
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5. Make your own liquid sidewalk chalk. Mix 1 cup of water with 1 cup
of cornstarch. Then pour it into muf-
fin tins or small cups. Then, add food colouring to make the colours you would like. Visit https://wholelifestylenutrition.com/health/family-friendlyfridays-liquid-sidewalk-chalk-recipe/ 6. ABC Painting. Paint the letters of the alphabet, names of family and friends and messages with your homemade sidewalk chalk. 7. Print Outside. Print the numbers 1 to 10, your name and other fun words in the sand with a stick you find on a nature walk. 8. Literacy Campout. Read a book inside a tent, homemade teepee or fort with a flashlight. 9. Rock Fun. Make patterns in the sand or dirt using pebbles and rocks found on your Nature Walk. 10. Bake Together. Bake delicious cookies for home-made ice cream sandwiches. A favourite from my childhood (thank you Mom).
Have a backyard party on June 21, the Summer Solstice and the longest day of the year, and invite neighbours and friends.
11. Celebrate Solstice.
12. Say “Cheese� and Smile for the Camera. Capture your fun moments and
make a photo journal or a family yearbook/scrapbook of your summer adventures. Make this an annual tradition. 13. Picnic Lunch. Make a picnic lunch together. Make sandwiches, salads, and healthy drinks for a picnic in the backyard. 14. Market Chef. Find a local farmer’s market. Have children prepare a menu with you, shop for items, and prepare a meal together with the food purchased from the market. 15. Artist’s Canvas. Using old bed sheets, create a tie dye masterpiece with spray bottles and paint outside in the backyard. String up the finished masterpiece on the fence or clothesline for a gallery viewing. 16. Creepy Crawlers. Go on a bug hunt with magnifying glasses. 17. Parade Day. Have a neighborhood parade. Dress up like princesses, firefighters, pirates, clowns, etc. and decorate your bikes and wagons. Invite all the neighbors to come out and watch. 18. Green Thumb Gardeners. Start a garden and have your children do the planting, watering, and weeding. Plant pumpkins as well, for Halloween. 19. Backyard Bowling. Set up your own night time, outdoor, glow-in-the dark bowling game. Put glow sticks in empty water bottles. Visit https://craftsbyamanda.com/glow-in-the-dark-bowlingkix-cereal-collaboration/ 20. Park Adventures. Go park hopping. Make a goal to play at a new park each week. 21. Nature Walks. Go on nature walks and make texture rubbings on leaves, grass, and other items you find outside. Add these to your summer family scrapbook. 22. Parachute Fun. Play “parachute� with a large sheet (just like they do in elementary school!) and add stuffed animals and small balls to bounce in the air. 23. Banana Split Party. Have a banana split party—provide the bananas and ice cream and ask guests to bring their favorite topping to share with everyone else.
Make your own homemade sprinkler. You will need a 2 liter soda bottle to poke holes in and then attach it to a garden hose via a male to male adapter from your local hardware store. Toss the hose over a tree branch and let the bottle hang. You can adjust how the water sprinkles by adjusting the water flow or the size of the holes. 25. Solar S’mores. Make a solar oven for S’mores. You will need: a pizza box (empty and clean), tin foil, plastic wrap, tape, scissors, ruler, paper plate, marshmallows, chocolate and graham wafers. Visit www.sciencebuddies.org/handson-activities/solar-oven A blanket in the shade on the grass is a wonderful way to wind down after a busy summer day. You can read poems and storybooks or recall stories from your childhood with your children. Let the beauty of the language pour through the air as your chil24. Sprinkler Cool-Off.
dren listen to the wonderful words you’re reciting for their pleasure. Have a nap and recharge from your days of fun and exciting adventures shared this summer. Remember to talk about all the new outdoor activities and fun adventures you and your children are experiencing. Ask about what they saw, sniffed, squished, and tasted and what they enjoyed that day. You will be building happy memories and sharing thoughts about your wonderful summertime outdoor experiences and adventures. Have fun, be safe, wear your hats and sunscreen and remember to enjoy your journey through childhood and parenthood. These days will not last forever. "RENDA &ISHER "ARBER an Early Learning Expert with 35 years’ experience working with children of all ages and specializing in the early years. Brenda has been a Preschool Teacher, Early Childhood Education College Coordinator/Instructor, StrongStart BC Facilitator and Professional Development/Workshop Presenter. Please visit her website at www.brendafisherbarber.com for more information and to connect with her.
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Eliminating ‘Summer Slide’
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fter a long break from watching your favorite TV series, one thing remains constant—preseason recaps are a necessity! Students leave their classes in June to a summer of leisure and fun, only to return to school a few months later with no ‘preseason’ recap and significant content loss. Even more alarming, a study in the Review of Educational Research found that students lose 2.6 months of math content learned the previous year over the summer break. Would this loss decrease if students participated in developmental activities throughout the summer? A study has shown that two to three weeks of an educational summer blitz would prevent the ‘Summer Slide’ of learning retention. Students would be ready to return to school, happy, confident and possibly even ahead of the curve. This problem is prevalent throughout the core subjects of math, reading and writing. Students of all ages lose educational content during the summer break; however, this loss is more apparent in students at the elementary level. Research has found that elementary students do not have the long-term memory skills to allow them to retain academic facts for months without continual reinforcement. What we know:
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The traditional summer holiday breaks the rhythm of instruction, which contradicts the fact that children learn best when the educational material is presented continuously. The effects of ‘Summer Slide’ will accumulate unless mitigated by summer learning intervention. It is not just a problem for your child’s next school year; moreover, a problem that will persist throughout a student’s entire educational career. The ‘Summer Slide’ is preventable and only takes 20 minutes per day, or two hours per week! With some parental support, students should not have to experience this educational downturn. Results of a research synthesis conducted by Cooper et al. (2000) revealed that summer activities that focused on remedial, accelerated or enriched learning have a positive, lasting impact on student education. With summer right around the corner, here are some fun and effective ways to promote summer learning and stop the ‘Summer Slide’ phenomenon: UĂŠ Register for Active Learning Experiences. We live in an era of what we like to call “babysitting campsâ€?. Do your research and find an EDUCATIONAL DAY CAMP. Educational camps are a great way to keep your child’s mind active and engaged. They will serve as your child’s video recap of the previous year. UĂŠ Visit the local library frequently. Summer is a glorious time for all students to
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improve their reading education because they have the freedom to choose the books they find interesting. This is sure to keep your student engaged and reading throughout summer. UĂŠ Get instructional support. For struggling students, summer is the best time to provide your child with direct instruction. Some school districts offer special remedial programs during the summer. Alternatively, an educational organization can facilitate your student’s specific needs with a personalized program plan. UĂŠ Form a summer learning contract. Help your student set summer learning goals. For students who need a little extrinsic motivation, create an award system. UĂŠ Encourage writing. Give your child the opportunity to have a summer pen pal, whether it be a cousin in a different province or a friend responding in character. The goal is to have them put “pen to paper’ this summer break. Aspire Math Academy is currently accepting new pens pals and will respond to all letters sent to 200–1497 Marine Drive, West Vancouver, BC V7T 1B8. Other ways to encourage writing are: keep a vacation journal, creative writing prompts, pass out friendly notes around the neighborhood‌ be creative! 4ARA (ADDAD is the Founder of Aspire Math Academy, where they are passionate about eliminating ‘Summer Slide’ learning loss throughout the community. They also have a summer goal! They will provide any student in need of remedial learning to make an appointment with them to receive complimentary, academic consulting.
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idden beneath my sweater and jeans was an ill fitted five-year old bra and stretched-out granny panties. After having four children in seven years and wearing unflattering maternity and nursing underwear for a decade, something in me suddenly snapped. I had not put myself first for so long. Standing in Target one afternoon, I had a decision to make. I looked left and saw the underwear section beaming with sex appeal; then I looked right to the buzzing checkouts. My shopping list was complete and my son howled in the cart where he was having a time out for running away in the store. For a moment, I shuffled indecisively before dashing in one direction. I swiveled my cart down a narrow aisle 28 BCPARENT CA s SUMMER
between racks of clothing and approached the discount bins of colourful bras and panties. The assortment looked like a display of candy and I hungrily dug through the mess of straps and fabric for my size, or what I thought would fit my post-baby measurements. I tossed a handful of lacy thongs and patterned and padded bras into the cart before zooming to the checkout line. There was not time to visit the fitting room. When I arrived home, I snuck a moment alone to try on my new purchases. Everything fit—but what was more shocking was the woman and her curves looking back at me from the mirror. I couldn’t stop staring at myself—and there it was, my
forgotten identity as a woman peeking out from behind the wardrobe of motherhood. Despite my messy ponytail and lack of make-up, I envisioned myself slipping on a dress to go out dancing, or donning my professional pant-suit and delivering a presentation, or at least seducing my unsuspecting husband. What magic did these garments contain to elicit such a reaction in me? It was true, I had not perceived myself without wearing my assumed roles for so long, but in that mirror all I saw was a woman. And she was beautiful. I studied my reflection with the cool detachment of a scientist. My body was visibly changed since carrying and laboring with four children. Stretch marks cir-
cled my belly button like a red tornado and my breasts were slightly deflated from nursing. Still, in the dim light of my bedroom, I danced and posed, smiling at my twirling form, and realizing I was still attractive. I weighed more and my shape had morphed—a little extra here, a little less there—but I still possessed raw feminine sexuality. This was a revelation, as I lived each day in my loose-fitting yoga pants and hoodies, and by the mantra, “My kids are just going to get me dirty, so what does it matter?� In those private moments, parading for myself in my new undies, I celebrated my body. It was not the superficial lust for modelesque perfection that I witnessed and praised in myself—but the beauty and strength of all my body. After all it had endured it was still desirable, not just a baby-making, milk-producing factory. For months after that shopping experience at Target, I felt like everyone could sense the difference in me and that my bras and thongs glowed from beneath my clothing, radiating my secret self-indulgence. At first I wondered if my breasts were too pushedup, too in your face, but I chose to stand straight and relish my blossoming confidence. I started working out at the YMCA twice a week, then three times a week or more if I could manage it, determined to run off every lingering baby-pound. The adrenaline and endorphins were intoxicating and I rediscovered my body as my own without a child suctioned to my breast or perched on my hip. I loved my children completely, but each time my hot-pink sneakers hit the track, thud, thud, thud, I empowered myself to remember and become the woman I believed I could be back as an enterprising and passionate young adult. With each trickle of sweat as I exercised, I grasped more tightly to my identity, which was more than caretaker, provider, chauffeur, chef, mother, and wife. I was all of those roles, yet not defined by them. There were aspirations, hobbies, and dreams I claimed again for my life. When a friend gave me a sale card to La Senza, a super sexy undergarment shop for ladies, I was tempted to indulge my ripening confidence and keep filling my drawer with more lace and bright colours. So, I went. La Senza was filled with oversized banners of slim women with voluptuous breasts
ready to explode out of their sexy ensembles. I was intimidated at first, strolling the aisles of the warehouse-sized outlet store, wondering where I should start. A young woman in a tight black dress with a stripe of purple through her hair
When I shopped at Target, I grabbed quickly, guessing, but that day in La Senza was different.
approached me and asked if I’d like to be fitted. She led me to a change room and measured my bust and ribcage with a pink dressmaker’s tape. “Let’s see, 36 band and B-cup.� “Oh,� I said. “I always thought I was a 38.� “Nope,� She smiled, handing me a tray she called a ‘bra-wardrober’ full of samples styles. I tried one but there were large gaps as my breasts hid inside the cups like a joey tucked into its mother’s pouch. To confirm my size, I also tried a 34B but my breasts spilled out like a beer maiden, and in a 36A the cups were shy on nipple-coverage. The sales girl, likely ten years my junior, gave me an education in underwear. “Look here, the midpoint of the cups should rest against the skin between your breasts. That is one sign of a good fit,� she said while pointing to the clasp of a bejeweled front-fastening bra that sat on my frame in the way she described. Fitting was not an exact science I learned, but the idea of wearing a correctly sized bra resonated. Plus, my chest felt supported and my breasts looked full and bounced pleasantly, something I hadn’t felt in years. I headed out into the showroom with my digits. It had never occurred to me that I was wearing the wrong size; I simply adjusted my breasts in my bras like a bird in a basting pan. When I shopped at Target, I grabbed quickly, guessing, but that
day in La Senza was different. My mother was watching my kids, so I took my time. I ran my fingers over every display, over laces and silks, and stretchy, sequined, and sometimes see-through fabrics. I paid attention to the colours, patterns and cup shapes that caught my eye. I paired each bra with its matching panty, choosing bold and even risquĂŠ options, and was decisive in the change room. I ended up buying four bras, two fancy, two plain, and eight thongs. When I got home I gave my husband a show and the underwear did not stay on for long. In the weeks that followed I sifted through my old underwear and bras, trying them on against my new standard for fit and how they made me feel on an emotional level. I had fallen in love with my body all over again, like the awakening to sexuality as a youth, but this time with a sense of lived-wisdom and respect. I had learned to celebrate my female identity, not only separate from my motherhood but as a vital part of it. !LEXIS -ARIE #HUTE, award-winning writer, artist and filmmaker and the author of Expecting Sunshine: A Journey of Grief, Healing, and Pregnancy after Loss. More on her can be found at http://www.alexismariechute.com.
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JULY 13.14.15.16 JERICHO BEACH PARK Info and tickets : thefestival.bc.ca ON STAGE Billy Bragg & Joe Henry • Shawn Colvin Barenaked Ladies • Rhiannon Giddens RURA • Blind Pilot • The Revivalists John K. Samson & The Winter Wheat Choir! Choir! Choir! • Tomato Tomato Kathleen Edwards • Mbongwana Star Marlon Williams & The Yarra Benders Sidestepper • Native North America Archie Roach • Roy Forbes + more!
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