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We love helping other parents to spend more time with their children outdoors, traveling, and adventuring, just like we do.  This is our library of resources for busy families, stuffed with engaging activities for kids, tips for travel with kids, outdoor fun, and travel gear recommendations, kids’ books, and education. …Pretty much anything and everything you’ll need to raise your kids as smart, confident, eco-oriented & open-minded next-generation thought leaders.

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OUTDOOR & TRAVEL ACTIVITIES FOR KIDS


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5 Tried-And-True Outdoor Activities To Get Kids to Absolutely Love Hiking

Get your kids to love hiking! Collection of outdoor activities for kids, nature experiments for toddlers, outdoor treasure hunts & nature scavenger hunts, and outdoor creative ideas for hiking with kids!

How To Make Kids Like Hiking. How to Make Hiking Fun For Kids. [VIDEO] 

In this video, we will share SIX TIPS to make the hiking experience fun for kids, especially for younger kids and toddlers. You will find recommendations on engaging nature kids activities, outdoor treasure hunts, crafts, safety, and creative ways to get your toddler excited each time you are about to head out on a trail!

Red Bucket Challenge: Beach Clean-up Action On Cigarette Pollution

We have launched this Red Bucket Challenge after visiting Cuba and finding the magnificent beaches of Varadero in total despair suffering from litter pollution. Join us in cleaning up beaches around the World from small trash, cigarette butts & other litter to help preserve oceans for our kids to enjoy.

The Mystery of Painted Rocks. SOLVED. [VIDEO]

Have you ever wondered why people are living painted pebbles and painted rocks along hiking trails? In our video: Painted Rocks demystified. We will uncover the mystery around this fun outdoor activity for both kids and adults. In addition, we’ll give you a few reasons why you might want to participate in a rock painting adventure, and most importantly, how to do it in an eco-friendly way!

Toddler Airplane Activities You’ll Definitely Want to Use On Your Next Flight

How can you keep your kids entertained, actively learning, physically active, and making new friends while aboard an airplane on a long flight?! Easy! Check out our full guide to fun and educational toddler airplane activities you’ll definitely want to use on your next family travel!
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KIDS HOMESCHOOLING RESOURCES

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Easy Activities and Fun Things To Do With Kids at Home During Quarantine

Things to do with kids at home: easy educational activities, resources for parents to have a fun family time both indoors & outdoors, including many useful tips for parents working from home with kids.

Homeschooling Resources for Families Who Love Travel and Flexibility

Check out our collection of parents’ resources for homeschooling your kids while you travel. Learn how to start to homeschool, find online courses for parents, e-learning for kids, books, YouTube channels & websites.

Smart Eco-Friendly Family Activities: Teach Kids Sustainability Practices

Easy and proven ways to teach kids the reduce-reuse-recycle concepts, in-home sustainability practices, and the value of the environment. Encourage an eco-friendly lifestyle from an early age through cool kids activities you can do at home!
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KIDS BOOKS

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Top Children’s Books On Environment: Teach Kids to Reduce, Reuse & Recycle

Children’s Books on Environmental Sustainability available on Amazon today. Fun stories combined with important environmental messages – great resources for eco-conscious families raising eco-focused kids! Teach your kids to act green and how to protect Mother Nature through the Reduce Reuse Recycle action.
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PerfectDayToPlay TeachersPayTeachers Online Store

SHOP all kid’s activities, printables, educational kits, games, and fun that the PerfectDayToPlay team had prepared for you.

PerfectDayToPlay online store homeschooling resources for parents, kids, toddlers, preschoolers, kindergarten, travel, outdoors, environment
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KIDS SAFETY AND WELLNESS

5 Tips Baby-Proofing AirBnB, Hotel, or Vacation Rental When Traveling With Kids

Our simple family resource guide on baby-proofing your vacation rental when sharing a hotel room with a baby. ++ Download our hotel & AirBnB baby-proofing checklist for FREE.

9 Best Natural Sunscreens For Kids. Organic. Chemicals-Free.[2020]

All you need to know when choosing Sunscreen for You & Your Baby to enjoy outdoor activities safely. This family resource is based on in-depth personal research.  Find out TOP SEVEN natural & organic baby-friendly and kids-friendly sunscreens available in Canada and the USA that our family loves and recommends.

10 Basic Safety Rules When Biking With Kids

Bike Safety is a top priority when teaching kids to bike. Our 10 Basic Bike Safety Rules resource for parents will hopefully help prevent bike injuries and ensure exciting family quality time!

Hiking With Kids: 12 Simple Safety Rules Every Parent Should Follow

Simple rules that help parents stay safe adventuring and hiking with kids. Avoid horror stories, create good memories, and have much fun learning and exploring the outdoors!

Mom’s Top Safety Tips on How to Survive Extreme Heat With No A/C

Parent’s guide on preparing for summer heatwaves with kids, how to cool down your home, and safety tips on how to survive the extreme heat if your home does not have an Air Conditioner.
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KIDS OUTDOOR GEAR

Best Hiking Shoes For Kids Complete Guide: How to Choose and Where to Buy

Great parent resource for buying hiking shoes for kids. Learn what to look for when buying hiking shoes for your child for a comfortable and safe outdoor recreation. Includes tips, brand reviews, and a detailed video guide.

Best Car For Road Trips? Top Car Features To Ease Family Travel 

What makes the best car for family road trips: parents’ resource of tips and the list of must-have vehicle features to ensure comfort, safety, and fun during on-the-road adventures with your kids.

Camping With a Baby – Six Baby Gear Essentials To Take With You

Six Baby Camping Gear Essentials guide will give parents resources to comfortably camp with infant babies. + Travel tips on trip preparation, infant camping bed, and baby life jacket advice, and more!

Hiking Shoes for Kids: How To Choose? Things to look for? [VIDEO] 

There are many travel destinations that provide ample opportunities for spectacular outdoor experiences and kids-friendly hiking: British Columbia, Alberta, Hawaii, New Zealand, or anywhere in Europe to name a few. Learn how to choose good hiking shoes for your toddlers and young kids to ensure both comfort and safety on your hiking adventures.

P.S. our PerfectDayToPlay YouTube channel has many outdoor and travel resources for parents.

Review: KidORCA Rain Boots For Kids

What is it with kids and puddles anyways? When visiting British Columbia, Alaska, North of Europe, you definitely want your little feet dry and warm. Check out our review of KidORCA natural rubber rain boots for toddlers. Above the knee, completely leak-proof, comfortable, breathable, eco-friendly. Our feedback: A+

What To Do With An Old Baby Car Seat? How to Recycle Car Seat?

Check out our ideas and family resources on what to do with an old baby car seat. Learn why car seats expire, how to recycle a car seat, and where to take an old car seat to trade-in. + BONUS Tips on buying a used car seat.

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BROWSE ALL KIDS RESOURCES, ACTIVITIES AND BOOKS REVIEW POSTS

Best Kids-Friendly Swimming Lakes Near Vancouver | PerfectDayToPlay

Best Kids-Friendly Swimming Lakes Near Vancouver For Your Awesome Family Summer Experience!

Check out our Collection of swimming Lakes near Vancouver. Perfect summer outdoor adventure with kids, swimming beaches, relaxation, fun family picnic. Best swimming lakes in BC.
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Five Tried-And-True Outdoor Activities To Get Kids to Absolutely Love Hiking

Our collection of outdoor activities, nature experiments, treasure hunts, and creative ideas to get your kids to love hiking.
Stroller-friendly hikes & wheelchair-accessible nature trails collection for Vancouver parents with infant babies and toddlers to enjoy Beautiful British Columbia nature Feature

37 Baby Stroller-Friendly Hiking Trails Every Vancouver Mom Should Visit

Excellent collection of OVER THIRTY stroller-friendly hikes and wheelchair-accessible nature trails every parent with an infant baby or a toddler in Vancouver should know about to enjoy the best of Beautiful British Columbia
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Best Hiking Shoes For Kids Complete Guide: How to Choose and Where to Buy

Learn what to look for when buying hiking shoes for a child (toddler or teen): comfort & safety tips, kids hiking shoe brands, places to buy + video guide.
Cool Rainy Day Activities & Awesome Things To Do With Kids in Vancouver

Cool Rainy Day Activities & Awesome Things To Do With Kids in Vancouver

Visiting Vancouver with kids and looking for things to do? Need to entertain your toddler on a rainy day? Check out our Ultimate Guide to awesome rainy day activities ideas & Vancouver places to visit with kids!
Hiking With Kids: 12 Essential & Easy Safety Rules to Follow

Hiking With Kids: 12 Simple Safety Rules Every Parent Should Follow

LEARN simple rules that help you stay safe adventuring and hiking with your kids! Avoid horror stories, create good memories and have much fun learning and exploring the outdoors!
Best Car For Road Trips? Top Car Features to Ease Family Travel - feature

Best Car For Road Trips? Top Car Features to Ease Family Travel

What makes the best car for family road trips: The must-have top of the line vehicle features to ensure comfort, safety, and fun during your family travels.
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Kanaka Creek’s Bell-Irving Hatchery Salmon Fry Release, Maple Ridge BC

"Goodbye Chums" 2022 - annual salmon fry release event at Bell-Irving Hatchery's Kanaka Creek Watershed Stewardship Centre Maple Ridge, British Columbia, Canada
Camping With a Baby - Six Baby Gear Essentials To Take With You

Camping With a Baby – Six Baby Gear Essentials To Take With You

Six Baby Gear Essentials to take with you when going camping with an infant baby. Tips on preparation, infant camping bed and baby life jacket advice.
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Where to find Belarus People in Canada? Belarusian Diaspora explained.

Belarus People in Canada: a guide to life, work, art, and fun in the Belarusian Diaspora in Canada for Belarusians and our friends. Belarusian organizations, local communities, influencers, artists, and musicians.
5 Tips Baby-Proofing AirBnB, Hotel, Or Vacation Rental When Traveling With Kids

5 Tips Baby-Proofing AirBnB, Hotel, or Vacation Rental When Traveling With Kids

LEARN simple ways of Baby proofing your vacation when sharing a hotel room with baby. Hotel hacks traveling with a baby & get vacation baby proofing checklists for FREE download
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Mom’s Top Safety Tips on How to Survive Extreme Heat With No A/C

Parent’s guide on preparing for summer heatwaves with kids, how to cool down your home, and safety tips on how to survive the extreme heat if your home does not have an Air Conditioner.
Best collection of absolutely hilarious homeschooling memes, jokes, funny quotes, & cartoons every parent to enjoy when forced to homeschool!

60++ Absolutely Hilarious Homeschool Memes, Jokes & Cartoons for Moms

Best collection of absolutely hilarious homeschooling memes, jokes, funny quotes, & cartoons every parent to enjoy when forced to homeschool!
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What To Do With An Old Baby Car Seat? How to Recycle a Car Seat?

Check out our ideas on what to do with an old baby car seat. Learn why car seats expire, how to recycle a car seat, and where to take an old car seat to trade-in.
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Homeschooling Resources for Families Who Love Travel and Flexibility

Homeschooling Resources: learn how to start to homeschool, find online courses for parents, e-learning for kids, books, YouTube channels & websites
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Easy Activities and Fun Things To Do With Kids at Home During Quarantine

Things to do with kids at home: easy educational activities, fun toddler activities for indoors & outdoors. Tips for parents working from home with kids.
Teach Children Sustainability Practices through green kids activities and eco-friendly action - environment reduce reuse recycle - feature

Smart Eco-Friendly Family Activities: Teach Kids Sustainability Practices

Easy and proven ways to teach kids the reduce-reuse-recycle concepts, in-home sustainability practices, and the value of the environment. Encourage eco-friendly lifestyle from an early age!
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Red Bucket Challenge: Beach Clean-up Action On Cigarette Pollution

Red Bucket Challenge: Clean-up Magnificent Beaches Around The World From Small Trash, Cigarette Butts & Other Litter Pollution to Help Protect Our Oceans.
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Top Children’s Books On Environment: Teach Kids to Reduce, Reuse & Recycle

Children’s Books on Environmental Sustainability available on Amazon today. Fun stories combined with important environmental messages! Teach your kids to act green and how to protect Mother Nature through the Reduce Reuse Recycle action.
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Fusterlandia at Jaimanitas: Most Unusual Artsy Discovery in Havana, Cuba

Fusterlandia and Jaimanitas village are the most unusual artsy discovery in Havana you don’t want to miss! Vibrant colours, kaleidoscopic murals, misshaped sculptures, ornate bus stops, and childish wall paintings - Fusterlandia is an Instagrammer's Dream!
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Toddler Airplane Activities You’ll Definitely Want to Use On Your Next Flight

How can you keep your kids entertained, actively learning, physically active and making new friends while aboard an airplane on a long flight?! Easy! Check out our full guide to fun and educational toddler airplane activities!
Review: KidORCA Rain Boots For Kids

Review: KidORCA Rain Boots For Kids

KidORCA review: best natural rubber rain boots for toddlers. Above the knee, completely leak-proof, comfortable, breathable, eco-friendly. Our feedback: A+
Fun Things To Do In Chilliwack: Little Antique Houses of Atchelitz

Atchelitz Pioneer Village, Chilliwack: Antique Lovers Photography Heaven

Visit Atchelitz Pioneer Village Farm Museum in Chilliwack: your kids will love it, your Instagram fans - blown away by a large collection of antiques, farm machinery, steam engines, and carefully restored houses.
Teapot Hill – Treasure Hunt Hiking Adventure Your Kids Will Absolutely Love!

Teapot Hill – Treasure Hunt Hiking Adventure Your Kids Will Absolutely Love!

Teapot Hill: hiking Tea Party treasure hunt adventure in Chilliwack. Things to do around Cultus Lake top of the list! Find 100+ teapots! Bring your own!
10 Basic Safety Rules When Biking With Kids

10 Basic Safety Rules When Biking With Kids

Bike Safety is top priority when teaching kids to bike. 10 Basic Bike Safety rules will help prevent bike injuries and ensure exciting family quality time!
Great Blue Heron Nature Reserve: bird watching for kids in Chilliwack, BC

Bird-Lover Heaven! Dazzling Home of Pacific Great Blue Heron

Great Blue Heron Nature Reserve @ Chilliwack is perfect for unique bird-watching experience, an outdoor learning adventure, a refreshing hike, a fun bike ride and much more! READ MORE
Fraser Valley Heritage Rail - Train Museum & Fun Kids Old Train Rides

Fraser Valley Heritage Rail – Train Museum & Fun Kids Old Train Rides in Surrey, BC

Surrey's Heritage Rail: history of Vancouver electric rail, train museum with a collection of old trams, daily fun kids train rides + AR/VR experience!
8 Best Sunscreens For Kids. Natural. Organic. Chemicals Free.

9 Best Natural Sunscreens For Kids. Organic. Chemicals-Free.

All you need to know when choosing Sunscreen for You & Your Baby. Zinc or Titanium? Lotion or Spray? Safe ingredients and safe use. LEARN our TOP SEVEN natural & organic baby-friendly and kids-friendly sunscreens available in Canada and USA.
Honeybee Centre - Cool & Smart Things To Do With Kids in Surrey BC

Honeybee Centre – Cool & Smart Things To Do With Kids in Surrey BC

Honeybee Centre fun indoor activities for kids: beekeeping demonstrations & bee workshops. Honey gift store: raw flavoured honey! Surrey, BC.
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Cosmos Kitchen

Hi, I'm Cosmos. yes Cosmos, like the Universe. My parents have a weird sense of humour, don't they?! I was 15 months old when I've started my very own YouTube Channel. I am now a very very happy 3yo toddler....