Parenting
  • Healthy Minds Begin at Home

    Healthy Minds Begin at Home: From Infant to Individual

    Guide and Manual, 2014


    This guide was developed for use with the “Healthy Minds Begin at Home: from Infant to Individual” toolkit. It is designed to help service providers begin or continue to work in the area of early childhood mental health. Included in the guide is information on early childhood mental health topics, suggested activities that professionals or caregivers can do with children, tip sheets for caregivers, and a list of resources. The “Healthy Minds Begin at Home: from Infant to Individual” toolkit was developed for Community Action Program for Children projects.

    Guide and Manual, 2014


    This guide was developed for use with the “Healthy Minds Begin at Home: from Infant to Individual” toolkit. It is designed to help service providers begin or continue to work in the area of early childhood mental health. Included in the guide is information on early childhood mental health topics, suggested activities that professionals or caregivers can do with children, tip sheets for caregivers, and a list of resources. The “Healthy Minds Begin at Home: from Infant to Individual” toolkit was developed for Community Action Program for Children projects.



    SKU: 5-812
  • 5-V-542: The Moving Child

    The Moving Child

    Video, 2016


    This video draws from diverse expertise in Child Development and Movement, featuring experts in Dance/Movement Education, Physical and Occupational Therapy, and Body-Mind Centering. The video explores dynamic movement’s important role in child’s physical, mental, emotional, and social health and shows how awareness of movement from the get-go can support healthy family bonding and positively share how a child grows. The video also shares practical ideas for supporting and engaging movement with children.

    Video, 2016


    This video draws from diverse expertise in Child Development and Movement, featuring experts in Dance/Movement Education, Physical and Occupational Therapy, and Body-Mind Centering. The video explores dynamic movement’s important role in child’s physical, mental, emotional, and social health and shows how awareness of movement from the get-go can support healthy family bonding and positively share how a child grows. The video also shares practical ideas for supporting and engaging movement with children.

    SKU: 5-V-542
  • I Am Your Child Video Series: Safe from the Start

    I Am Your Child Video Series: Safe from the Start

    Video, 2005


    Childhood is a time of growth, experimentation and learning. Although a few bumps and scrapes are to be expected along the way, there are many things parents and caregivers can do to help prevent serious childhood injuries.

    It is important to think ahead about potential hazards to make a child’s environment as safe as possible. Prevention will go a long way towards making children “safe from the start.”

    This video provides helpful information about:

    • Bath Time/Bathroom Hazards
    • Car Seats and Car Safety
    • Childproofing at Home
    • Feeding and Food Safety
    • Kids and Gun Safety
    • Kitchen Safety
    • Safety Outside the Home
    • Sleep/Bedtime
    • Toy Safety

    Video, 2005


    Childhood is a time of growth, experimentation and learning. Although a few bumps and scrapes are to be expected along the way, there are many things parents and caregivers can do to help prevent serious childhood injuries.

    It is important to think ahead about potential hazards to make a child’s environment as safe as possible. Prevention will go a long way towards making children “safe from the start.”

    This video provides helpful information about:

    • Bath Time/Bathroom Hazards
    • Car Seats and Car Safety
    • Childproofing at Home
    • Feeding and Food Safety
    • Kids and Gun Safety
    • Kitchen Safety
    • Safety Outside the Home
    • Sleep/Bedtime
    • Toy Safety
    SKU: 5-V-520
  • How to Raise Emotionally Healthy Children: Vol. 2 – Toddlers

    How to Raise Emotionally Healthy Children: Volume 2 – Toddlers

    Video, 2013


    Volume 2 of this 3-volume set teaches parents how to support their toddler’s desire for independence. Featuring common challenges, this program shows parents how to modify their interactions to meet their child’s critical emotional needs: to feel respected, important, accepted, included, and secure. Shows real-life scenarios. Includes tips on improving parents’ emotional health. Segments include: The Five Critical Emotional Needs of Toddlers, No! I Won’t!, Parenting in Public, and Defiant Behaviour.

    Video, 2013


    Volume 2 of this 3-volume set teaches parents how to support their toddler’s desire for independence. Featuring common challenges, this program shows parents how to modify their interactions to meet their child’s critical emotional needs: to feel respected, important, accepted, included, and secure. Shows real-life scenarios. Includes tips on improving parents’ emotional health. Segments include: The Five Critical Emotional Needs of Toddlers, No! I Won’t!, Parenting in Public, and Defiant Behaviour.

    SKU: 5-V-536
  • Nobody’s Perfect Poster

    Nobody’s Perfect

    Poster, 2010


    This poster provides information about the Nobody’s Perfect Parenting Program. Ideal for program facilitators to use as a recruitment tool for potential participants.

    Poster, 2010


    This poster provides information about the Nobody’s Perfect Parenting Program. Ideal for program facilitators to use as a recruitment tool for potential participants.



    SKU: 5-004
  • The Happiest Toddler on the Block

    The Happiest Toddler on the Block

    Video, 2004


    In this video, Dr. Karp teaches parents and caregivers how to calm toddler meltdowns, stop tantrums before they happen, and build a loving and respectful relationship with their child.

    Video, 2004


    In this video, Dr. Karp teaches parents and caregivers how to calm toddler meltdowns, stop tantrums before they happen, and build a loving and respectful relationship with their child.

    SKU: 5-V-505
  • 5-801: National Child Day Poster

    National Child Day Poster

    Poster, 2020


    This poster was developed by the Community Action Program for Children (CAPC) project to raise awareness on the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (1989) and to celebrate National Child’s Day on November 20 of each year. The poster highlights children’s rights: right to education, right to play, right to healthy food, right to parents who love them and protect them from harm, right to health, and right to rest and relaxation.

    By ratifying the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child in 1991, Canada made a commitment to ensure that children’s rights are upheld. Help us celebrate National Child’s Day on November 20 and everyday throughout the year!

    Poster, 2020


    This poster was developed by the Community Action Program for Children (CAPC) project to raise awareness on the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (1989) and to celebrate National Child’s Day on November 20 of each year. The poster highlights children’s rights: right to education, right to play, right to healthy food, right to parents who love them and protect them from harm, right to health, and right to rest and relaxation.

    By ratifying the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child in 1991, Canada made a commitment to ensure that children’s rights are upheld. Help us celebrate National Child’s Day on November 20 and everyday throughout the year!

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    SKU: 5-801
  • Getting Men Involved: Young Men as Fathers

    Getting Men Involved: Young Men as Fathers

    Video, 2002


    Many educational programs are designed for teen mothers. Here is a video program designed to help young men, especially teen fathers. It is known that a child’s total emotional and physical development is better attained when both parents are involved. This DVD educates viewers about the important role of men in a child’s life. Real life experiences of teen fathers and other young men are shared with viewers.

    Video, 2002


    Many educational programs are designed for teen mothers. Here is a video program designed to help young men, especially teen fathers. It is known that a child’s total emotional and physical development is better attained when both parents are involved. This DVD educates viewers about the important role of men in a child’s life. Real life experiences of teen fathers and other young men are shared with viewers.

    SKU: 5-V-532
  • I Am Your Child Video Series: Food and Fitness Matter

    I Am Your Child Video Series: Food and Fitness Matter

    Video, 2006


    The dramatic rise in childhood obesity is one of the most serious health problems facing our country today. Reversing this trend requires changes in our homes, school and communities. Food and Fitness Matter provides parents with the information and support they need to improve children’s health and wellness. In the video, nutrition experts and others explain:

    The causes of the dramatic increase in overweight kids
    The health problems posed by the childhood obesity epidemic
    This video also presents:

    • Practical tips for parents to improve nutrition and fitness at home
    • Profiles of schools that found ways to serve healthier food and to increase physical activity
    • Inspiration for parents to work with their schools for change
    Free downloadable fact sheets and action manual also available.

    Video, 2006


    The dramatic rise in childhood obesity is one of the most serious health problems facing our country today. Reversing this trend requires changes in our homes, school and communities. Food and Fitness Matter provides parents with the information and support they need to improve children’s health and wellness. In the video, nutrition experts and others explain:

    The causes of the dramatic increase in overweight kids
    The health problems posed by the childhood obesity epidemic
    This video also presents:

    • Practical tips for parents to improve nutrition and fitness at home
    • Profiles of schools that found ways to serve healthier food and to increase physical activity
    • Inspiration for parents to work with their schools for change
    Free downloadable fact sheets and action manual also available.
    SKU: 5-V-515
  • Fatherhood: Indigenous Men’s Journeys

    Fatherhood: Indigenous Men’s Journeys

    Video, 2008


    Six First Nations fathers in Canada tell what it has been like for them to become fathers and to grow into fatherhood. Most have overcome huge social obstacles and personal challenges. These men hope that other fathers will be encouraged by their stories – their sense of being on a journey and not needing to know everything about fatherhood before getting involved in caring for their children. Their message is one of hope: “You can do it!” The fathers also hope that their stories will inspire practitioners to find new ways to include fathers in child care decisions, programs, and family services.

    The men speak in a personal way to fathers as well as to boys and other men considering becoming fathers. Presented in six interview segments (about 6 minutes each) with a screening guide to facilitate discussion, the DVD is an effective tool for professional development workshops and courses in family health, social services, law, early childhood education, and youth care.

    Video, 2008


    Six First Nations fathers in Canada tell what it has been like for them to become fathers and to grow into fatherhood. Most have overcome huge social obstacles and personal challenges. These men hope that other fathers will be encouraged by their stories – their sense of being on a journey and not needing to know everything about fatherhood before getting involved in caring for their children. Their message is one of hope: “You can do it!” The fathers also hope that their stories will inspire practitioners to find new ways to include fathers in child care decisions, programs, and family services.

    The men speak in a personal way to fathers as well as to boys and other men considering becoming fathers. Presented in six interview segments (about 6 minutes each) with a screening guide to facilitate discussion, the DVD is an effective tool for professional development workshops and courses in family health, social services, law, early childhood education, and youth care.

    SKU: 5-V-530
  • Healthy Beginnings, Supportive Communities, a Strong Future

    Healthy Beginnings, Supportive Communities, a Strong Future

    Video, 2010


    In 2009, the Métis Centre of the National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO) met with Métis in different parts of Canada to share and collect stories, teachings, and information on maternal-child well-being. This DVD is the result of learnings from Métis midwives, health professionals, Elders, and parents. The objective of this project was to collect and share experiences, traditions, and health information for the benefit of Métis families.

    Video, 2010


    In 2009, the Métis Centre of the National Aboriginal Health Organization (NAHO) met with Métis in different parts of Canada to share and collect stories, teachings, and information on maternal-child well-being. This DVD is the result of learnings from Métis midwives, health professionals, Elders, and parents. The objective of this project was to collect and share experiences, traditions, and health information for the benefit of Métis families.

    SKU: 5-V-540
  • Nobody’s Perfect Information Card

    Information Card, 2010


    This information card provides information about the Nobody’s Perfect Parenting Program. Ideal for program facilitators as a recruitment tool for potential participants.

    Information Card, 2010


    This information card provides information about the Nobody’s Perfect Parenting Program. Ideal for program facilitators as a recruitment tool for potential participants.



    SKU: 5-002
  • 5-V-518: Quality Child Care – Making the Right Choices for You and Your Child (I Am Your Child Video Series)

    Quality Child Care – Making the Right Choices for You and Your Child (I Am Your Child Video Series)

    Video, 2005


    Finding the right child care is often challenging – but is one of the most important decisions a parent will ever make.

    Children’s intellectual and emotional development is strongly influenced by the quality of care that they receive in the first few years of their lives.

    This means that the right kind of child care can be a wonderful opportunity to enrich children’s lives and help them realize their full potential.

    This video includes information on:

    • Why quality child care is important for your child’s healthy development
    • What you should look for when choosing child care
    • Questions to ask a potential caregiver
    • Questions to ask yourself when looking at a child care setting
    • Important information to communicate to your caregiver

    Video, 2005


    Finding the right child care is often challenging – but is one of the most important decisions a parent will ever make.

    Children’s intellectual and emotional development is strongly influenced by the quality of care that they receive in the first few years of their lives.

    This means that the right kind of child care can be a wonderful opportunity to enrich children’s lives and help them realize their full potential.

    This video includes information on:

    • Why quality child care is important for your child’s healthy development
    • What you should look for when choosing child care
    • Questions to ask a potential caregiver
    • Questions to ask yourself when looking at a child care setting
    • Important information to communicate to your caregiver
    SKU: 5-V-518
  • Dads Make a Difference Booklet

    Dads Make a Difference

    Booklet, 2010


    The dad’s role in a child’s life is very important. The booklet contains information on how to be an active parent, and provide structure, guidance, and opportunities to learn. This booklet challenges fathers to do everything they can to be the best dads to their children. Funding for the development of this publication was provided by Saskatchewan Community Resources and Employment.

    Booklet, 2010


    The dad’s role in a child’s life is very important. The booklet contains information on how to be an active parent, and provide structure, guidance, and opportunities to learn. This booklet challenges fathers to do everything they can to be the best dads to their children. Funding for the development of this publication was provided by Saskatchewan Community Resources and Employment.



    SKU: 5-015
  • 5-800: Parenting Matters Bookmark

    Parenting Matters Bookmark

    Bookmark, Revised 2023


    This bookmark provides ideas to support child development. Ideal for service providers to give as a take-home keepsake to parents and caregivers.

    Bookmark, Revised 2023


    This bookmark provides ideas to support child development. Ideal for service providers to give as a take-home keepsake to parents and caregivers.

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    SKU: 5-800