Fall Activities We Enjoyed In October

October is always filled with so much fun and excitement, with the craziness of Halloween well on the way. The month of October was a busy one for sure and we enjoyed sharing the fall colours and cool air. Here are a few of our favourite activities this fall: 

We did lots of fun crafts you can learn how to do here!







We read a new book highlighting career opportunities in Trades. You can read the review of What Does Your Daddy Do?  



We got into playing dress up so we can be prepared for Halloween. 






I look forward to sharing our adventures in November!

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