Find Out Which Teacher Appreciation Gifts Scored High—and Low
To be clear, the educators we polled LOVE all the gifts from their students. But coffee mugs are taking over their cabinets—and counters.
How to & Tips
4 Tips to Grow Veggies at Home with Your Kids
Springtime is the best time to start a vegetable garden in containers, on your lānai or in your backyard.
The History of Hawai‘i From Our Files: How To Care For Poinsettias
Poinsettias have staying power beyond Christmas, if you treat them right.
Make It With the Family: Play Snow for Building Snowmen in Hawai‘i
Pack away the Play Doh for the winter. This moldable snow smells great and is so simple kids can mix it up by themselves.
Make It With the Family: Shave Ice Pom Pom Ornament
Have an icy-cool yule with this merry and bright ornament.
5 Family Tips for Making Your Gingerbread Houses Last in Hawai‘i
We asked an expert baker how to keep your gingerbread creations sturdy so that nothing will be stirring, not even a house.
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.
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.
We Tried It: Kaka‘ako Butterfly Garden Workday in Honolulu
Plant flowers, pull weeds, harvest veggies and get dirty while giving back to the community in this family-friendly volunteer opportunity.
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.
