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Conspiracy theories are everywhere, and sometimes they can even infiltrate and divide families. Here's how one dad handles his conspiracy theorist dad around his kids.

 

"I'll never forget the moment I was told my daughter needed to learn English in order to do well. "

Getting asked to stick around for a conversation about your kid can be stressful. But what if that conversation was a directive to learn English or risk being left behind?

 
 

"You said that the government was letting us go back ..."

Many people are fed up with lockdowns, and the game of open-and-close that school boards have been forced to play. Now kids are losing trust in the government. 

 
 

Parents, grandparents, caregivers and teachers across the country are welcome to pitch us their stories anytime. We want to hear from you!

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The Story Store
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The Story Store

CBC PODCAST | A podcast for kids!

Without listeners like you, The Story Store could not have been possible. Listen to "Thank You Listeners!", a special farewell episode that is sure to bring a tear to your eye. Thanks for listening!

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Mighty Express + More New Shows For Kids On CBC Kids And CBC Gem

Spring is here and with it comes some new shows for all ages, changes to the schedule (welcome back, Paddington!) and a fun video that might just be the boost we need to see us through to summer. 
 
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Explore Your Child's Inner Monster With This Easy Craft 

We are all feeling big feelings these days, so checking in on ourselves is a great exercise any day. Give your kids a fun way to discuss their feelings by designing their own inner monster doll!
 
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15 Beautiful Indigenous Comic Books And Video Games For Kids

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8 Kids Books With A Main Character Who Is A Person Of Colour

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Rainbow Stone Stackers

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5 Outdoor Crafts for Kids

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Generation Z ‘War’ On Older Generations Won’t Keep Me From The Things That I Love

It's not new: one generation being critical of the one that came before it. But this mom isn't going to let Gen Z bring her down.
 
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Why We Fight
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Creatures of Convenience

DOCUMENTARY | SHORT DOCS

A couple finds strength in Capoeira as they raise their son with a life-threatening condition. A portrait of family and fun, and the day to day challenges of keeping a family together.

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Birth Control Is A Man's Responsibility Too

Birth control to some may seem like a very one-sided issue, but this mother has one thing to say about that: vasectomy.
 
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