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Valentines-Inspired Books & Activities for Kids
Snowflakes are falling, wind is blowing and...love is in the air! Before the jaded commercialism sets in, we're reminded about the pure...

Nicole de Nobriga
Feb 6, 20204 min read
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Time Warp to the 80s, Baby!
Calling all 80s babies! In honour of my recent birthday, I'm taking a trip down 80s memory lane with my favourite childhood books, toys,...

Nicole de Nobriga
Jan 28, 20202 min read
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Winter Reading List: Picture Book Edition
I see you, Winter. I also feel your fluffy cold snowflakes on my nose! Looking for some fun and interactive children's picture books that...

Nicole de Nobriga
Jan 16, 20204 min read
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2020 Vision? More like 2020 Vision-Boarding!
This year feels symbolic in so many ways. It's the start of a new career, a new life stage, and a new decade. As I look back, I see the...

Nicole de Nobriga
Jan 10, 20204 min read
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Story-Telling Sunday: How to Discuss Bullying with Our Kids
The third week of November marks Bullying Awareness & Prevention Week in Ontario. Many schools across the province will commemorate this...

Nicole de Nobriga
Nov 17, 20193 min read
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The Ultimate Checklist for Birthday Party Themes
I love me a good theme! Themed costumes, themed parties, themed food...you name it, and chances are, I can find a theme for it. I've...

Nicole de Nobriga
Nov 10, 20196 min read
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Story-Telling Sunday: Room on the Broom
Calling all Halloween enthusiasts! This week, I'm featuring a Halloween-inspired picture book that takes you on a wild ride...literally....

Nicole de Nobriga
Oct 27, 20192 min read
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Story-Telling Sunday: Mikey Discovers his Super Power
On the recent heels of World Mental Health Day, I'm reminded that anxiety is one of the most common mental health struggles today. I,...

Nicole de Nobriga
Oct 20, 20192 min read
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Story-Telling Sunday: A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words
Canadian Thanksgiving is here! There is so much to be thankful for, like this beautiful country we call home. Over the years, I have...

Nicole de Nobriga
Oct 13, 20191 min read
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Story-Telling Sunday: Sports Illustrated KIDS
As the lone female ranger in this household, I'm reminded that my reality TV binge-watching habits will soon be replaced with Hockey...

Nicole de Nobriga
Oct 6, 20192 min read
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Story-Telling Sunday: Thanksgiving Round-Up
Fall is officially upon us! My boys are exploring the colourful leaves, picking the juiciest apples from neighbouring farms, and enjoying...

Nicole de Nobriga
Sep 29, 20193 min read
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Why Wednesday: How To Raise Little Readers?
One of the questions I get a lot from other parents is how do I raise a little reader when they are just not interested in books? I can...

Nicole de Nobriga
Sep 18, 20193 min read
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