Gear up for the new school year and be part of #AveryGivesBack

One of the fun things before school starts is preparing to go back to school. Having the new and trendy school accessories is always exciting for little ones as well as adults :) We enjoy being ready and organized with all types of writing tools and supplies by taking our time to decorate and personalize the accessories. We found the back to school products at Avery Canada allows us to do this easily.

Microsoft Back to School Gift Guide

When going back to school, students in higher grades, colleges, and universities have to make smart tech choices on what types of devices they will need and which ones will best suit their needs.

Upcycled Dining Set for the Patio- Painting Chair Frames and Upholstering

We updated a dining set that we no-longer used indoors to make it more suitable for the backyard patio. We used vibrant colours to give the outdoor furniture a more energizing look using Fusion Mineral Paint and by changing the upholstery. 

HOME Adventures, Beat Bugs and a Netflix Giveaway

DreamWorks HOME Adventures with Tip and Oh streaming on Netflix is packed with original pop music, fun and loads of laughs. Picking up where the 2015 animated film left off, the heroine and her intergalactic misfit companion embark on new adventures as Oh and his otherworldly friends adjust to life on earth, making strange discoveries and meeting outrageous new friends along the way.

LeapStart Interactive Early Learning System

LeapStart is a wonderful all-in-one interactive early learning system for Preschool to Grade One. This system teaches school and life skills to curious two to seven year old children. My children enjoyed the variety of books that cover topics such as reading comprehension, communication, phonics, writing skills, social and emotional skills, math, problem solving, stem, and more.

Purchasing Value Packs and Being First-Aid Ready

When shopping for back to school we also like to consider shopping at Grand and Toy, as they have a wide selection of products and wonderful promotions. 

Shopping at Mark's as the Back to School Routine Starts

The yearly events at the CNE usually reminds us that back to school routines will be starting soon! We are looking forward to go the Canadian National Exhibition this year as well, as the events happen between August 19th to September 5th.

Back to School Shopping at Sport Chek

Although, going back to school is far from our minds – looking at the rate, at which the days are passing by, I do not want us to be unprepared when the time comes for us to go back to school. Getting our children back-to-school ready is simple with the variety of products available at Sport Chek. 

Breaking Free from the Everyday with Hyundai Tucson

We did break free from the "everyday", as we drove the Hyundai Tucson recently for some of our road trips this summer! The features of the 2016 Hyundai Tucson deliver sporty driving dynamics, and its safety technology makes everyone feel safe, which gives us confidence to enjoy the drive. 

Aquatarium and the Tall Ships Festival in Brockville

During our visit to Brockville, we also had a chance to check out the newly opened Aquatarium. The Aquatarium is a fun place to explore with children, as there are lots of hands-on activities to do and learn from.