Weekend Guide Ideas for At-Home Fun for Hawai‘i Families From a Frazzled Mom
It may feel like a weekend to stay inside. Here are six ideas that kept my family entertained during days at home.
How to & Tips
Parent to Parent: 6 Easy Ways to Label School Supplies
Before you start writing your child’s name on all 64 crayons, see these six hacks from local parents for this back-to-school headache.
How to be a Great Parent Coach in Hawai‘i
Art, music, math or sports. No matter what your child loves how can you be the best inspiration on the sidelines?
We Tried It: Summer Sunflower Event at Waimānalo Country Farms
Take cheerful Insta-worthy family photos, feed farm animals, eat a sunflower head and sip fresh squeezed lemonade.
We Tried It: “Beyond Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience” in Hawai‘i
The animated exhibition at the Hawai‘i Convention Center was a hit for my young family.
7 Eco-Warriors Weigh in on How to Live a Sustainable Life in Hawai‘i
From educators to a fishery-to-table liaison, these local eco-warriors give us their suggestions to live more sustainably.
Where to Adopt a Pet in Honolulu
It’s National Rescue Dog Day (May 20)! Here’s what you need to know about four places where you can find the next member of your family.
Education Cheat Sheet: Helping Kids Navigate News
How can we assist our children to be aware but not anxious about current events? We have 7 tips.
We Tried It: Twilight Tours at the Honolulu Zoo
Ever wondered what the zoo is like once everyone leaves and the gates close? We took a few kids to try it out.
Hawai‘i Parent Hacks: 22 Cooking Tips and Tricks to Try at Home
Make your life easier with drip-free ice pops, no-mess bacon, perfect-peel eggs and more.
6 Best Spots for A Family Picnic this Spring in Honolulu
Dine al fresco with your ‘ohana on April 23 for National Picnic Day.
We Tried It: Kids City Adventure Honolulu
Race bumper cars, bounce onto a Velcro wall and tackle a Ninja Warrior-style obstacle course at this new indoor playground at Ward Village.
Learn How to Make Your Own Lei Po‘o for Lei Day
May Day is Lei Day in Hawai‘i. Find out how to make a lei po‘o, also known as a haku lei, with tips from the team at Paiko and flowers from Cindy’s Lei and Flower Shoppe.
Here are the Registration Dates for Free Summer Fun in Honolulu
The City & County of Honolulu program begins June 7. Here is what you need to know.
5 Places Where You Can Meet Baby Animals This Spring in Honolulu
Celebrate the season of rebirth with interactive animal experiences on O‘ahu.
Hawai‘i Parent Hacks: 10 Tips and Tricks for the Beach and Outdoor Adventures
Quick fixes for sandy feet, broken slippers and a DIY campfire starter made from items you have at home.
We Tried It: Island Hopping in Hawai‘i On An Airplane During COVID-19
From health forms and temperature scans, to face masks and boarding, here are seven things you need to know when flying with kids during the coronavirus pandemic.
Make It: Play Snow
Pack away the Play Doh for the winter. This moldable snow smells great and is so simple kids can mix it up by themselves.
Our Family Guide: Exploring the Battleship Missouri Memorial in Honolulu
What happens when four kids, three parents and a tour guide explore a World War II vessel?
We Tried It: Hanauma Bay State Park
Want to take your kids snorkeling? Here are our family's 11 tips for making the most of a day at this famous bay.
Weekend Adventures: Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum
Find thrills, thoughtful history and virtual adventure for little fliers on the ground.
We Tried It: Hawaiʻi Bicycling League’s Keiki Learn to Ride
In this free, one-day class taught by certified instructors, kids ages 5-16 learn to ride bikes and run safety checks on their own riding gear.
7 Tips for Kid-Friendly Plant-Based Eating in Hawai‘i
How one mom in Honolulu introduced meatless meals to her husband and son.
Teaching Kids in Hawai‘i To Stay Cool, Calm and Collected
How do adults teach keiki in Hawai‘i to have social emotional skills? Plus, advice from a mom whose child died in the Sandy Hook School shooting.
