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Featured Resources – August 10
This week we’re feeling crafty and flexing our creative muscles. Design your own pop up card for any occasion with templates and step-by-step instructions. Create your own beautiful sculpture with sunshine clay made of just 3 ingredients. Learn to express your creativity through dance with video lessons and activity plans from Canada’s National Ballet School.
- Bill Nye Science Experiments: One of TVs most beloved personalities brings his show to your house with these experiments.
Recommended for ages 6-12
- Dance at Home Programs: Discover creative movement with instructional videos and activity plans.
Recommended for ages 3-12
- DIY Pop Up Cards: Celebrate an occasion or just say thank you with meaningful, hand-made cards.
Recommended for all ages
- Easy-to-Make Sunshine Clay: Create your own sculptures with 3-ingredient, homemade clay.
Recommended for ages 3-8
- Homemade Lava Lamp Craft: Redecorate your favourite room with a creative, colourful lava lamp.
Recommended for ages 3-10
- Jumpstart Summer Sports Camp: Work on your athletic development with video tips and activities from professional athletes.
Recommended for ages 4-12
- Lincoln Centre at Home: Take in stunning performances from the world-famous Lincoln Centre or join their virtual classroom series.
Recommended for ages 8-18
- Make Rock Candy: Grow your own treat in a jar with this classic rock candy recipe.
Recommended for ages 6-13
- Paper Mache Bowl Craft: Get messy while creating a beautiful and functional paper mache bowl.
Recommended for ages 4-10
Virtual Summer Camps
Summer camps are a huge part of what makes vacation time so memorable. While many of your usual favourites might be on hold, there’s a wealth of programs available online. Check out these free virtual summer camps and enjoy all the great summer programming you’re used to.
Canadian Tire Jumpstart Sports Camp: Each week campers will have access to new sports instructional videos and activities hosted by iconic Canadian professional athletes.
Recommended for ages 4-12
June 29 – August 28
Monster Jam: Get your summer Monster Truck Fix. Each day will include a variety of activities like drawing & crafts, recipes, physical play, and exclusive driver videos.
Recommended for ages 4-8
July 6 – August 28
Old Ottawa South Community Association: Themed weekly programming includes engaging interactive Zoom sessions. Register for a full week or a few sessions at a time!
Recommended for ages 4-8
July 6 – August 28
Pearson Airport Explorers Club: Learn about airports, complete interactive activities and go behind the scenes at Canada’s busiest airport. This summer camp will take you to new heights!
Recommended for ages 4-10
August 3 – August 21
YCamp with the YMCA: YCamp keeps kids active and engaged this summer with educational and fun activities. Campers will receive weekly challenges and a passport to complete over the course of the summer.
Recommended for ages 8+
July 6 – August 28
Upcoming Live Events
Kids Hip Hop Dance Party
August 13 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pmKids’ Exercise Class
August 14 @ 12:30 pm - 1:30 pmKids Cooking Class – Virtual Luau
August 15 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pmKids Crafts with Art Gallery of Mississauga
August 15 @ 12:30 pm - 1:30 pmBig Science for Little Hands: Coding Capers
August 17 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pmKids Crafts with Art Gallery of Mississauga
August 20 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Previous Live Events
Missed a live-stream? No problem! Here you can find some of our most recent videos to watch on your schedule. You can also visit our YouTube Channel to access all of our recorded live-streams at any time.
Chocolate Chip Muffins with Chef Romain Avril
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/3 cup (5 tablespoons) unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs at room temperature
- 1 cup milk at room temperature
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 and 1/2 cups of semi-sweet chocolate chips (or whatever chocolate you like!)
Recorded Live Stream Events
Missed a live-stream? No problem! Here you can find some of our most recent videos to watch on your schedule. You can also visit our YouTube Channel to access all of our recorded live-streams at any time.
OUR PROGRAMS – AT HOME
CIBC Theatre for All
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OUR PROGRAMS – AT HOME
CIBC Theatre for All
Noteworthy
Hockey Fans in the Stands
Resources
Our Favourite Youtube Channels
Outdoor Activities
Burn Some Energy
Rainy Day Ideas
- 7 Podcasts for Kids
- 11 Activities to Encourage Creativity
- 12 Famous Museum Tours
- 30 DIY Crafts and Activities
- 50 DIY Activities
- 100 Lego Building Projects
- Activities for Young Creatives
- At-Home Science Experiments
- Canada Day Crafts for Kids
- Canada War Museum at Home
- Cereal Box Jetpack Craft
- Colourful Butterfly Craft
- Comic Strip Maker
- Crayola Create it Yourself
- Create a Paper Fortune Teller
- Disney On Stage Activities
- Easy Craft Ideas
- Easy Ferris Wheel Craft
- Easy Recipes to Make at Home
- Egg Carton Animal Crafts
- Egg Carton Flower Wreath
- Enjoy Nature at Home
- Erupting Rainbow Chalk Paint
- Free Arts and Crafts Printables
- Glow in the Dark Paint
- Google Arts and Culture
- Homemade Playdough
- Host a Family Puppet Show
- How to Make Fog in Your Kitchen
- Indoor Obstacle Course
- Illustrated Kid Friendly Recipes
- Jumping Goop Experiment
- Make 3D Paper Models
- Make a Friendship Bracelet
- NASA Storytime from Space
- National Geographic for Kids
- Nature Portrait
- Origami Flowers
- Pirate Life Activities
- Recycled Crafts for Kids
- Ready, Set, Draw! with KidLit TV
- Science Experiments for Kids
- Science World Experiments
- Spring Foam Murals
- Summer Crafts
- Two Ingredient Ooblek
- Unplugged STEM Activities
- Virtual Drum Kit with Lessons
- Virtual National Art Gallery
- Writing, Drawing and Comic Strip Prompts
Help For Parents
Other Group Activities
Our Favourite Youtube Channels
- Art for Kids Hub
- Draw with Rob Lessons
- Easy Kids Craft Videos
- Houston Zoo Brought to You
- Illustrated Science Lessons
- Little Angle Theatre Puppet Theatre Lessons
- Lunch Doodles with Mo Willems
- Magic Trick Video Lessons
- Read Along with PBS Kids
- Science Class with Mark Rober
- Sesame Street Monster Meditation
- The Dad Lab
- The Space Gal Science Experiments
- Tulip Festival Online
- Wild Free and Crafty Art Lessons
Outdoor Activities
- 5 Senses Scavenger Hunt
- 25 Screen-Free Activities
- 99 Water Activities for Kids
- At-home Football Drills
- Bubble Paint Flowers
- Bug Scavenger Hunt
- Build a Mini Greenhouse
- DIY Outdoor Activities
- Family Friendly Tree Activities
- Forest Mobile Craft
- Free Birdhouse Plans
- Have an Active Family Picnic
- Household Material Birdfeeder
- Kids Garden Crafts
- Make a Water Wall
- Milk Carton Birdfeeder
- Nature Activities for Kids
- Neighbourhood Walk Bingo
- Outdoor Drama Games
- Plant Seeds with Preschoolers
- Pool Noodle Abacus
- Scavenger Hunt in the Park
- Soccer Drills and Training
- Social Distancing Games for Kids
- Soda Bottle Bowling Alley
- Spice Up Neighbourhood Walks
- Spring Exploration Station
- Spring Garden Crafts
- Summer Camp Activities at Home
- Teach a Child to Ride a Bike
- The Ultimate Guide to Backyard Camping
- Tin Can Backyard Activities
- Water Games for Kids
Burn Some Energy
- 16 Exercises for Kids
- 49 Physical Activities for Younger Kids
- 58 Yoga Poses for Children
- 87 Energy Busting Indoor Games
- Cosmic Kids Yoga
- Daily 20 Exercise Program
- Fitness Activities at Home
- Free Exercise Classes
- Get Kids Moving Superhero Workouts
- Good Energy at Home
- Guided Meditations
- Junior Ravens Fitness Drills
- Kids’ Workout at Home
- Meditation for Kids
- Moovlee Exercise and Meditation
- Online Karate Lessons
- YMCA 360
- YMCA Gym Class
Rainy Day Ideas
- 7 Podcasts for Kids
- 11 Activities to Encourage Creativity
- 12 Famous Museum Tours
- 30 DIY Crafts and Activities
- 50 DIY Activities
- 100 Lego Building Projects
- Activities for Young Creatives
- At-Home Science Experiments
- Canada Day Crafts for Kids
- Canada War Museum at Home
- Cereal Box Jetpack Craft
- Colourful Butterfly Craft
- Comic Strip Maker
- Crayola Create it Yourself
- Create a Paper Fortune Teller
- COVID-19 Summer Safety
- Disney On Stage Activities
- Easy Craft Ideas
- Easy Ferris Wheel Craft
- Easy Recipes to Make at Home
- Egg Carton Animal Crafts
- Egg Carton Flower Wreath
- Enjoy Nature at Home
- Erupting Rainbow Chalk Paint
- Free Arts and Crafts Printables
- Glow in the Dark Paint
- Google Arts and Culture
- Homemade Playdough
- Host a Family Puppet Show
- How to Make Fog in Your Kitchen
- Illustrated Kid Friendly Recipes
- Indoor Obstacle Course
- Interactive Mental Health Activities
- Jumping Goop Experiment
- Make 3D Paper Models
- Make a Friendship Bracelet
- NASA Storytime from Space
- National Geographic for Kids
- Nature Portrait
- Origami Flowers
- Pirate Life Activities
- Ready, Set, Draw! with KidLit TV
- Recycled Crafts for Kids
- Science Experiments for Kids
- Science World Experiments
- Spring Foam Murals
- Summer Crafts
- Unplugged STEM Activities
- Two Ingredient Ooblek
- Virtual Drum Kit with Lessons
- Virtual National Art Gallery
- Writing, Drawing and Comic Strip Prompts
Help For Parents
- #CanadaTogether Resources
- 25 Self-Care Ideas
- Audible Audio Books
- Canadian Olympic School Program
- Computer Coding for Kids
- Digital Skills Activities
- Help in Tough Times
- Helping Children Cope with Crisis
- Home Music Lessons
- Kids Coronavirus Q&A
- Libby App
- Managing COVID-19 Children’s Book
- NASA Learning for Kids
- NASCAR Science Activities
- Racism and Violence: Helping Kids Handle the News
- Scholastic Learn at Home
- Talk to Your Kids About Black Lives Matter
- Talking to Kids about Coronavirus
- TELUS Wise Workshops
- The Mindful Project
- Wash the Car with Your Kids
- What is Social Distancing
Other Group Activities
- Air Pano Global Photos
- Arkells Music Class (Tuesdays at 1 Eastern)
- Art Gallery of Ontario from Home
- Camp Indigo
- Canada Space Agency Activities
- Cincinnati Zoo Home Safari
- Games you can Play over Zoom
- Incredibox Beat Maker
- Inside with Imagination Drama Games
- Live Animal Cams
- Live Coding Seminars
- National Arts Centre Concerts
- Print and Play Games
- Storytime with The Crew
- The Social Distance Festival
- Theatre in Place Video Activities
- Toronto Zoo to You
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