Though not as summery as, well, summer, autumn is still a great time to spend time outside with kids. The weather is cool and there’s no punishing sunshine to burn your skin. It’s the perfect time to relax in the garden while the kids play. There’s a wide variety of …

Kite flying is a great way to spend an afternoon with kids. It’s inexpensive (kites are cheap), it lots of fun even for adults and it forces everyone to be active. But it’s not so fun if there isn’t enough wind to propel the kite. You’ll struggle to get the …

A kite hardly seems like something you’d need buying advice for. But you’d be surprised at the range of choices available in stores. You think you are just going to pick for your kid the first kite that looks good only to be met with a dizzying range of sizes, …

Ultimate Frisbee, officially called Ultimate, is similar to many other sports like Football in some ways but also very unique in many other aspects. It has some benefits that you’d get from playing any sport – such as fitness, heart health etc. – but also others that you can only …

Here’s a fun fact about Ultimate Frisbee: The official name is Ultimate, not Ultimate Frisbee, because ‘Frisbee’ is a trademark belonging to the Wham-O toy company. But most people refer to the disc-throwing sport as Ultimate Frisbee. It is played using a flying disc, or what’s more commonly called a …

Inability to pay attention for a prolonged period and a tendency to be hyperactive are classic sings of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Kids with ADHD constantly fidget, have trouble paying attention to details, are easily distracted and have problems following instructions. For these kids, choosing the right sport can be helpful …

Ultimate Frisbee is a demanding sport that requires fitness, speed and focus. It’s also lots of fun. If you are looking for a sport that’s safe and fun for your kids, Ultimate Frisbee is a great choice. You can enjoy it in your backyard or at the park. Like with …

As soon as a child can walk and run, they are ready to hit a ball, however awkwardly they do it. Most kids are ready to start playing football as young as three years. But ‘playing football’ is too serious a term for what kids can do at this age. …

Football rebounders are a favourite tool for pro footballers who want to practice various moves. They are also great for kids to use at home for playing or training. A football rebounder consists of a springy slanting net set within a metal frame. Some rebounders have double sides with sprung …

Keeping the kids entertained can be a tricky business, and there may be times you feel like an underpaid palace jester, so busy are you trying to keep the kids happy and prevent those inevitable cries of “I’m bored!” Getting outside in the fresh air is just about the best …