A Hawaii Christmas Tail, by Riki Inzano Yes, Virginia: There is a Santa Claus, by Chris PlehalDewey’s Christmas at the Library, by Myron, Vicky and Bret Witter Jeannette Claus Saves Christmas, by Douglas ReesJoy to the World: Christmas Stories and…
Are your children thoughtful? Do they pick up after themselves? Are they helpful with house and yard work? If not, consider this: Children who are taught responsibility are less self-centered and more mature for their ages.When should responsibility training begin?…
Happy Family APP If you have ever wanted to pull your hair out when disciplining your child or trying to get them to do something, you are not alone. Most Hawaii households are busy with dual working parents and…
Sea-salted smoky almond chocolate bark. Ingredients 8-ounce Nestle Toll House Dark Chocolate Baking Bar, broken into small pieces Smoke-flavored almonds, coarsely chopped Sea salt, preferably large crystals Instructions Line 8-inch baking pan with wax paper. Microwave small chocolate pieces in small, uncovered, microwave-safe bowl…
Chocolate Tres Leches CakeThis chocolate tres leches cake is rich enough to satisfy even the strongest sweet tooth.Ingredients:1 (Unit) package Pillsbury Devil's Food Cake Mix 0 c (Cup) Crisco Pure Vegetable Oil 1 c (Cup) water 3 (Unit) large eggs…
Delightfully decadent chocolate ideas for indulging everyone’s sweet tooth.Ingredients:12 (Unit) pieces Nestle Toll House Refrigerated Chocolate Chip Cookie Bar Dough 2 c (Cup) Nestle Toll House semi-sweet chocolate morsels (divided) 0 c (Cup) milk 1 (Unit) container nondairy whipped topping…
Rainy days provide a great excuse to go to the movies. With so many fantastic family-friendly movies out, your children will jump at the chance to head to the theatres. The movies also deliver a nice retreat from those hot,…
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Would you ever buy a car without taking it for a spin? Why nottest-drive your child's private-school options before making your pick? Making the Most of Your Campus Visit Some Tips:Do some pre-visit research. Read up on the school’s history.…
by Victoria Wiseman There's no doubt about it:Kids are different these days. By the time they don a backpack for their first day of kindergarten, the next generation can navigate through your smart phone, demand recycled juice boxes and access…
You and your child will want a clear idea of exactly what you're looking for in a private school before you begin the search. Here are some general areas you might consider. Private schools: What are you looking for? AccreditationHas…
Thinking about private school for your child? The quest to find the right school for your child and get her or him enrolled can take at least a year. We've developed a 12-month timeline to assist you every step of…
by Jennifer King, M.D., Kapiolani Medical Center,Pediatric Sports Medicine Specialist Dr. Jennifer King, Kapiolani Medical Center, Pediatric Sports Medicine Specialist Your child loves to imitate his or her favorite sports star—the high-flying dunk, the perfect pitch, the fancy footwork running…
The family bed harkens to Medieval times and thousands of years of parenting in most parts of the world. It began out of necessity: keeping the family's youngest members close for protection and warmth and bundling together when there weren't…
Photographing children isn't easy. Taking a family portrait with young children can be even more challenging. What's a busy parent to do with the holidays looming and to-do lists growing? If you're like me, you rely on the “professionals” to…