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Waiting to Exhale

Kelly Monaco Every spring, like a rite of passage, scores of families await the envelopes with letters letting them know whether or not their children have been accepted into the schools of their choice. Whether they're regarding admissions to colleges…

Enrich Your Child's Summer

Summer may be a few months away, but, for many, planning is in full swing. Enrich Your Child's Summer Some families may be scheduling fun-filled vacations; others will choose to frolic on the beaches close to home. With almost 10…

Spelling Your Way to S-u-c-c-e-s-s

The Hawaii State Spelling BeeSpelling is a fundamental skill students learn at an early age. It is the basic foundation in schools, but also an essential part in life. Without letters, we wouldn't have words. Without words, we wouldn't have…

Anxieties, Fears & Phobias

Many Anxieties and Fears Are Normal Anxieties, Fears & PhobiasFeeling anxious in a particularly uncomfortable situation never feels very good. However, with kids, such feelings are not only normal, they're also necessary. Dealing with anxieties can prepare young people to…

Taking Care of Hawaii's Keiki

Kama‘aina means “child of the land.” For local boys Ray Sanborn and Mark Nishiyama, creating Kama‘aina Kids, a company designed to cater to the children of Hawaii, was a dream come true. Twenty-four years ago, the two ran youth programs…

Yummy Bentos Made Easy

Kennedy and Payton Like most parents, I want my children to eat well and be healthy, so when my daughter Kennedy began eating solid food, I fed her lots of fruits, vegetables and whole grains. When she was ready for…

News You Can Use

  Enter and Win $25,000 Discovery Education and 3M are searching for America's Top Young Scientist. One gifted middle-school student will win the coveted title, $25,000, a trip from Discovery Student Adventures and a cool prize trophy. For more information…

2011 Spelling Bee Winners

2011 aio Hawaii State Spelling Bee Champion Christopher Kim Hawaii Spelling winnerChristopher Kim, of Maui Waena Intermediate School, with mom, Esther Kim. Photo by Sherie CharDistrict-Level Spelling Bee Winners School-Level Spelling Bee Winners Central Oahu: Aiea Intermediate School Alexis Repolio…

What is the origin of s-u-c-c-e-s-s?

Scripps National Spelling Bee provides these 10 tips to spelling superstardom: 1. For inspiration, watch the documentary Spellbound on family movie night. 2. Keep a “great words” journal for every new and interesting word that you find. 3. Designate a…

Chocolate Raspberry Mousse Pie

Chocolate Raspberry Mousse PieA decadent treat to satisfy your chocolate cravingIngredients:1 (Unit) can Nestle Carnation Evaporated Milk (12 fluid ounces) 2 (Unit) large egg yolks 2 c (Cup) Nestle Tollhouse Semi-Sweet Chocolate Morsels (12-ounce package) 1 (Unit) container frozen whipped…

Chocolate Chip Cookie Hearts

Chocolate Chip Cookie HeartsShare these festive and classic cookies with your loved ones. Ingredients:2 c (Cup) all-purpose flour 1 t (Teaspoon) baking soda 1 t (Teaspoon) salt 1 c (Cup) butter, softened (2 sticks) 0 c (Cup) granulated sugar 0…

Hawaii’s Businesses Support the Bee

Title Sponsor: aio hawaii Broadcast Sponsor: Radio Simulcast Provided By: Major Sponsors: Panda Community Sponsors: Star AdvertiserMeadow Gold Special Thanks To: aio Family of companies: • PacificBasin Communications (publishers of Island Family Magazine, HONOLULU Magazine, Hawaii Business, Hawaii Home +…

2011 aio Hawaii State Spelling Bee Champion

Live Television Broadcast:2011 Scripps National Spelling Bee Cheer on Christopher Kim, the 2011 aio Hawaii State Spelling Bee, as he competes for the national title. Here is the television schedule for the 2011 Scripps National Spelling Bee:   2011 Scripps…

Editor’s Page: Happy Valentine’s Day

With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, my head is filled with the melodic tune of “My Favorite Things,” from The Sound of Music—in my own words. Sweet thoughtful notes and hand painted pictures, dogs wagging tails and warm hugs…

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