December Kids' Club Giveaways
Become a Kids' Club member & win these DVDs! Mail in the entry form on page 34 of Island Family's December 2010 issue and be automatically entered to win great prizes each month as a Kids' Club member.
How Tutoring Supports Learning
There are many reasons children may need tutors. Teachers and counselors may recommend them because grades are declining, homework assignments seem increasingly difficult, tests may cause extreme anxiety, self-esteem may be dropping, there is a loss of interest in learning…
Bully-Proofing Your Child
Bully-Proof Your Child They lurk in neighborhoods, classrooms, on the playground and in locker rooms. They come in all shapes, sizes and both genders. There is one thing, however, bullies all have in common. They have an insatiable desire to…
Island Family Holidays
Whether bundled in a furry coat against the cold or slicing through a wave in board shorts, ‘tis the season to be merry and bright. Our Island palms and sandy shores are transformed with twinkling lights, Yuletide sounds, sweet treats…
School-Age Games
Getting Started Some kids will take as much active play as they can get, while others enjoy less. Whether it's at a birthday party or a day at the park or the beach, games are a great way to involve…
Creating Smiles that Last a Lifetime
Diamond Head Children's Dentistry is a gem of a dental practice tucked away at the base of Diamond Head, on Monsarrat. A visit to the child-friendly offices of Dr. Chris Yamada, D.D.S., will put any new patient or parent at…
Recipe: Chocolate Layer Crumb Bars
Chocolate Layer Crumb Bars Ingredients 1 cup Diamond chopped walnuts 1 1/2 sticks of softened butter or margarine 1 cup all-purpose flour Granulated sugar A pinch of salt 1 cup Nestle Toll House semi-sweet chocolate chunks 1 14-ounce can Nestle Carnation sweetened…
Ooey Gooey Carmel Cake
Ooey Gooey Carmel CakeSuper moist and irresistible chocolate cake with toffee bits and dulce de lecheIngredients:1 (Unit) Betty Crocker SuperMoist yellow cake mix 0 c (Cup) all-purpose flour 1 c (Cup) water 0 c (Cup) vegetable oil 3 (Unit) eggs…
News You Can Use
Adventures for the Ohana Kualoa is celebrating its 25th year of offering activities to Hawaii's ohana with a special adventure package.The 25th-anniversary special package allows families to choose one water- and one land-based activity for $30 per person (a…
November Kids' Club Giveaway
Care Power On!The Last Airbender See page 34 of the November 2010 issue of Island Family for your membership form.
Cornbread and Dried Fruit Dressing
Cornbread and Dried Fruit DressingA perfect stuffing for a heart-smart, diabetes-friendly holiday meal.Ingredients:4 c (Cup) cornbread cubes, dried 4 oz (Ounce) lean Italian turkey sausage, casing removed 1 T (Tablespoon) canola oil 1 c (Cup) chopped yellow or white onions…
Porcini Mushroom Gravy
Porcini Mushroom GravyThe perfect gravy for part of a heart-smart, diabetes-friendly holiday meal.Ingredients:0 oz (Ounce) dried porcini mushrooms 2 T (Tablespoon) warm water 1 T (Tablespoon) canola oil 0 c (Cup) white whole-wheat flour 2 c (Cup) fat-free, low-sodium chicken…
10 Tips for Becoming a Better Parent
Love UnconditionallyParenting is an exciting journey. As well-meaning parents, we want the very best for our children. In striving to achieve our goals to be better parents, we are often driven to teach our children a multitude of things. However,…
Nurturing Independence
By providing the right amount of support and challenge, you can nurture children's drive toward self-reliance. Ages & Stages0 to 2 years old During the first year, it's important to follow babies' cues and develop a schedule around their individual…
Escape into Play at Dave & Buster’s
As soon as you are ushered through the double doors of Dave & Buster's, your senses come alive. Winners at D & B Kids Win at D & B You can feel the energy pulsate through your body. Your children…
Turkey Favor
A fun turkey project your keiki can make and give as a Thanksgiving present Turkey Favor The holidays are just around the corner. Here is a fun turkey favor project that you can do with your keiki. Your keiki…