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Keep Your Kids Safe on Halloween: Tips from a childhood educator.
Spooktacular Tips and Tricks for a Safe Halloween!
Get ready to make this Halloween the most fun AND safest ever with these fang-tastic tips:
Glow Up Your Costume: Add reflective tape or carry a bright flashlight so little ghouls and goblins shine bright on their night adventures.
Buddy System is the Best System: Trick-or-treat in pairs or groups—because scary stories are only fun when shared!
Map Your Haunt: Plan your route ahead so you don’t get lost in the eerie darkness. Stick to well-lit, familiar streets.
Sweet Smart Treating: Check candy before munching—only eat unopened, factory-wrapped goodies.
Costume Comfort Counts: Choose costumes that fit well and won’t trip you up during those spooky strolls.
Stick to Sidewalks: Walk, don’t run, and use crosswalks to cross streets carefully—watch out for those sneaky witches on broomsticks!
Respect the Spooky Scenes: If a house is dark, it’s a sign they’re off to dreamland, so skip that stop.
Hydrate Like a Hero: Carry water to stay refreshed while chasing treats and thrills.
Follow these tricks, and Halloween will be a real treat for everyone! Have a howling good time! 🎃👻✨
A Parent Guide on Choosing the Best Summer Camp for Your Child in London, Ontario
Choosing the perfect summer camp for your child can feel like a big decision, but it’s also the start of an incredible adventure! At Your Neighbourhood Camp, we know every family wants a safe, fun, and engaging experience for their kids.
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The Ultimate Parent Guide to packing for a day of summer camp.
Parent Guide to Packing for Summer Camp
Packing for summer camp can feel overwhelming, but with a little planning, you’ll have your child ready to enjoy every moment at Your Neighbourhood Camp. Here’s a practical guide to packing that covers all the essentials—and a few extras—to make sure your child is comfortable, safe, and ready for fun!
With this guide, your child will be set up for an exciting and carefree summer camp experience at Summer Camp in London Ontario . Be sure to check out YNC where every day is a new adventure in sports, hiking, field trips, and fun!
How to Choose the Right March Break Camp in London, Ontario — Without the Overwhelm
Choosing the perfect camp for your child can feel overwhelming with so many options in London, Ontario. But don’t worry—Your Neighbourhood Camp is here to make it simple and fun! Our handy guide breaks down everything you need to know to pick the best fit for your little adventurer. From exciting sports and hiking to unforgettable field trips, we help you find a camp where your child will thrive, learn, and make memories that last all year long. Let’s make this summer the best one yet!
Parents Guide to Summer Camp before Kindergarten and why it’s so beneficial.
Summer camp is a memory that will last forever in your child. Choosing the right camp can be challenging check out our guide on summer camps in London and how to make sure it’s right for your child.
Celebrating Our Achievements!
We are thrilled to announce that Your Neighborhood Camp has received six awards at this year’s CommunityVotes in London! This achievement reflects the hard work, dedication, and passion of our entire team and the unwavering support from our YNC families and the broader community.
Now Open for Registration – Why Summer Camp is Crucial for Children’s Growth
Why Choose Your Neighbourhood Camp?
Our camp in London, Ontario, is designed to provide a safe, fun, and educational environment for children of all ages. We prioritize the well-being and development of each camper while ensuring they have an exciting and enjoyable time. With a team of experienced staff, engaging activities, and a focus on making every child feel included, Your Neighbourhood Camp is the ideal place for your child’s summer adventure.
Register Now for Summer 2025!
Taste Safe Sand Recipe
It is really as easy as two ingredients to create fun and taste safe sand. Click the blog for the recipe!
The Wonderful Benefits of Playing with Sand for Kids
Whether at a beach, a park, or a backyard sandbox, encouraging kids to play with sand can provide them with a rich developmental experience that has lasting positive effects. So, next time you head out, don’t forget to bring along some buckets and shovels – the benefits are endless!
Creating an Inclusive Trick-or-Treat Experience for All Children
Creating an Inclusive Trick-or-Treat Experience for All Children - Here are some thoughtful tips to make your trick-or-treating setup welcoming and accessible for all children.
Deliciously Fun Chia Seed Slime Recipe: A Sensory Adventure for Kids
If you’re on the lookout for a unique sensory activity for your little ones, this chia seed slime recipe is a fantastic choice!
8 Reasons to Play with Play Dough
Play dough serves as a versatile tool that not only supports sensory development but also promotes cognitive, social, and emotional growth in children. We LOVE play dough at YNC!
How to Make Play dough: A Fun and Simple Recipe
Our recipe for the best play dough, all the kids say it’s so soft and we always add scents and colours to make them more sensory fun!
Fall Family Bucket List 🍂
As the leaves turn vibrant shades of orange, red, and gold, London, Ontario, transforms into a picturesque autumn wonderland. This season offers a plethora of activities that families can enjoy together. Here’s a curated fall bucket list to make the most of this beautiful time of year in London.
Fostering a Love for Literacy
Literacy skills are crucial for academic success and lifelong learning. By promoting literacy, parents can help their children develop strong reading comprehension, vocabulary, and writing abilities. Additionally, children who read regularly are more likely to excel in school and develop a lifelong love for learning.
Bucket List Bonanza: Summer Fun for Kids in London, Ontario
Bucket List Bonanza: London, Ontario activities for kids - from the beach to the parks to the museum. There is so much to explore!
17 Benefits of Playgrounds
A playground is not just a bunch of equipment; it is an entirely new and exciting world for children to explore as they grow and learn with every obstacle they face and peer they play with.
At Your Neighbourhood Camp, we frequent our neighbourhood playgrounds that hold so many benefits for growing young minds of our campers.
Let’s make a bug hotel! 🐞🪳
What kid doesn’t like bugs! Now you can keep them outside and your children engaged by creating these easy bug hotels - you likely have the materials around the house! HAVE FUN!
Bubble Painting Activity
Bubble painting is fun for all ages, a great outdoor activity with the option to add some colour theory for older children. Grab some paper, paint, dish soap and straws for some fun!