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Jodi Crawford

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Jodi Crawford is a Toronto-based writer who has written for television, magazines, newspapers, entertainment weeklies, newsletters, and blogs. She has also created and led original Toronto Public Library programming for kids and teens. She's mom to two fantastic children and adoptive mom to a beta fish.

Classes and Programs

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Educational Virtual Camps for Kids This Summer

Kids have a great opportunity this summer to take part in camps that may not have worked for them, location-wise,…

June 26, 2020 by Jodi Crawford

Awesome Virtual STEM Camps for Summer

School’s out, but with many in-person camps cancelled this summer (some camps will still operate, but spots…

August 12, 2020 by Jodi Crawford

Art, Music, and Theatre Virtual Camps for Kids This Summer

If you’re wondering how the kids are going to occupy themselves this summer with many day camps cancelled…

July 23, 2020 by Jodi Crawford

Toronto Swim Schools and Swim Lessons for Kids

Swimming is a great way for kids to keep physically active at any time of year, and learning to swim is an important…

June 16, 2020 by Jodi Crawford

Birthday Parties

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Awesome Animal-Themed Birthday Party Places for Toronto Kids

The funny antics and gentle nature of our animal friends can really brighten up the day. So why not make your child’s…

August 16, 2019 by Jodi Crawford

Arts and Crafts Birthday Party Places in Toronto

If you have a crafty child, what better way to celebrate their birthday than by doing something creative? There…

August 16, 2019 by Jodi Crawford

Camps

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Educational Virtual Camps for Kids This Summer

Kids have a great opportunity this summer to take part in camps that may not have worked for them, location-wise,…

June 26, 2020 by Jodi Crawford

Awesome Virtual STEM Camps for Summer

School’s out, but with many in-person camps cancelled this summer (some camps will still operate, but spots…

August 12, 2020 by Jodi Crawford

Art, Music, and Theatre Virtual Camps for Kids This Summer

If you’re wondering how the kids are going to occupy themselves this summer with many day camps cancelled…

July 23, 2020 by Jodi Crawford

Outdoor and Nature Summer Day Camps in Toronto

Your kids may live in Canada’s largest city, but there are plenty of opportunities for them to enjoy the great…

March 4, 2020 by Jodi Crawford

Education

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Educational Virtual Camps for Kids This Summer

Kids have a great opportunity this summer to take part in camps that may not have worked for them, location-wise,…

June 26, 2020 by Jodi Crawford

Awesome Virtual STEM Camps for Summer

School’s out, but with many in-person camps cancelled this summer (some camps will still operate, but spots…

August 12, 2020 by Jodi Crawford

Sports After-School Programs for Toronto Kids

School will be back in session in the blink of an eye and kids will go from running wild and free to sitting behind…

August 16, 2019 by Jodi Crawford

Family Fun

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17 Great Ways Kids Can Keep In Touch With Grandparents During COVID

When family gatherings are cancelled or when grandparents and other relatives are far away, here are creative ways…

December 9, 2020 by Jodi Crawford

13 Fun Virtual Hanukkah Events and Games for Kids and Families This Year

Fun games and online activities for kids and families for Hanukkah 2020, including menorah lighting, games and…

December 9, 2020 by Jodi Crawford

Best 2020 Christmas Events for Kids in Toronto & GTA (Virtual and In-Person)

Despite COVID, there are still plenty of ways to celebrate Christmas in-person: drive-through light displays, Christmas…

December 11, 2020 by Jodi Crawford

9 Fun Cold Weather Activities for Families During the Pandemic

As the weather gets colder, people tend to stay inside more. In this challenging year, getting some fresh air and…

November 14, 2020 by Jodi Crawford

Shopping and Services

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Best Experience-Based Gifts Ideas for Toronto Kids

The season of gift-giving is upon us. That means the pressure is on to find the perfect toy—for the kid whose…

February 13, 2020 by Jodi Crawford

Private Kids’ Transportation Companies for Parents in Toronto

Why would parents need private transportation for their kids to schools, activities, or events? Well, first of…

August 16, 2019 by Jodi Crawford

Toronto Parents’ Night Out Programs with Drop-off Childcare

It’s great doing things together as a family, but every so often, parents need to have some time to themselves,…

November 21, 2019 by Jodi Crawford

The Best Toronto Meal Delivery Services for Families

What’s the most dreaded task of the day? If you said “making dinner” you’re not alone. The pressure of…

May 4, 2020 by Jodi Crawford

Family Fitness

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Family Yoga Classes in Toronto

Sometimes it’s hard to stay as active as your kids. They’re bouncing off the walls and you just want to have…

November 5, 2019 by Jodi Crawford

Sports After-School Programs for Toronto Kids

School will be back in session in the blink of an eye and kids will go from running wild and free to sitting behind…

August 16, 2019 by Jodi Crawford

Recipes and Food

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The Best Toronto Meal Delivery Services for Families

What’s the most dreaded task of the day? If you said “making dinner” you’re not alone. The pressure of…

May 4, 2020 by Jodi Crawford

Holidays

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13 Fun Virtual Hanukkah Events and Games for Kids and Families This Year

Fun games and online activities for kids and families for Hanukkah 2020, including menorah lighting, games and…

December 9, 2020 by Jodi Crawford

Best 2020 Christmas Events for Kids in Toronto & GTA (Virtual and In-Person)

Despite COVID, there are still plenty of ways to celebrate Christmas in-person: drive-through light displays, Christmas…

December 11, 2020 by Jodi Crawford

Kids’ Halloween 2020 Events in Toronto & the GTA (In-Person and Online)

With COVID numbers rising again, Halloween may be different this year, but it’s not completely cancelled….

October 15, 2020 by Jodi Crawford

What To Do In Toronto For Family Day Weekend 2020

From cars to cartoons, games to trains, and improv to opera, Family Day Weekend is packed full of fun things to…

February 18, 2020 by Jodi Crawford

House and Home

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17 Great Ways Kids Can Keep In Touch With Grandparents During COVID

When family gatherings are cancelled or when grandparents and other relatives are far away, here are creative ways…

December 9, 2020 by Jodi Crawford

Toronto Grocery Delivery Options for Families

Sometimes there is just so much to do in a day and grocery shopping is the last way you want to spend your time—especially…

March 23, 2020 by Jodi Crawford

Insider Guides

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How To Spend an Awesome Day With Kids at the Toronto Zoo

My family and I (two adults and two kids under age 10) went to the Toronto Zoo for the first time in a couple of…

August 28, 2019 by Jodi Crawford

Insider Guide to African Lion Safari With Kids

Less than 100 km from downtown Toronto, African Lion Safari is a truly immersive animal adventure, with exciting,…

July 15, 2019 by Jodi Crawford

What To Do and See at the CN Tower With Kids

The CN Tower is the most iconic image of Toronto, and for a time, it was the world’s tallest freestanding structure,…

July 15, 2019 by Jodi Crawford

Kids’ Guide to the ROM — Royal Ontario Museum

The Royal Ontario Museum is Toronto’s premier museum of natural history, art, and world culture, with a lot to…

July 15, 2019 by Jodi Crawford

Travel

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Best Winter Resorts and Weekend Getaways for Toronto Families

Winter is here and the snow is falling as fast as the temperature. But that doesn’t mean you have to bundle yourself…

January 13, 2020 by Jodi Crawford

Long Weekend Day Trips to Celebrate Simcoe Day

Simcoe Day is coming up this Monday, and celebrations of Ontario heritage, Indigenous culture, old-time fun, and…

July 30, 2019 by Jodi Crawford

6 Fun Indoor Winter Day Trips for Toronto Kids

We have created a list of fun, exciting, educational and active day trips to keep the whole family busy on cold…

January 14, 2020 by Rebecca Bowslaugh and Jodi Crawford

Summer Fun

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Art, Music, and Theatre Virtual Camps for Kids This Summer

If you’re wondering how the kids are going to occupy themselves this summer with many day camps cancelled…

July 23, 2020 by Jodi Crawford

Best of the CNE 2019 for Kids

It’s already that time of year again! The Ex is back in a big way, with new rides, awesome entertainment, and…

August 28, 2019 by Jodi Crawford

Long Weekend Day Trips to Celebrate Simcoe Day

Simcoe Day is coming up this Monday, and celebrations of Ontario heritage, Indigenous culture, old-time fun, and…

July 30, 2019 by Jodi Crawford

Toronto’s Best Summer Festivals for Kids 2019

You’ll find a family-friendly festival (or two…or five) every weekend in Toronto, all summer long….

June 25, 2019 by Jodi Crawford

Uncategorized

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Long Weekend Day Trips to Celebrate Simcoe Day

Simcoe Day is coming up this Monday, and celebrations of Ontario heritage, Indigenous culture, old-time fun, and…

July 30, 2019 by Jodi Crawford

Arts and Crafts

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Sewing Lessons for Kids: Where To Learn to Sew in Toronto

Sewing is an important skill to learn, for both children and adults. It teaches kids to become more self sufficient…

August 16, 2019 by Jodi Crawford

Family Health

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17 Great Ways Kids Can Keep In Touch With Grandparents During COVID

When family gatherings are cancelled or when grandparents and other relatives are far away, here are creative ways…

December 9, 2020 by Jodi Crawford

20+ Backyard Games and Activities for Kids

In these days of social distancing, kids need – more than ever – to get outside, take in the fresh air, and…

March 26, 2020 by Jodi Crawford

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