Smartphones, tablet and computers can all turn kids (and even parents) into digital zombies. But there are ways to turn tech time into quality family time. We ask the experts. As parents, we have a love/hate relationship with our family's…
Cinderella, the new live-action movie by Disney, opened last week. The beautifully-shot tale of Ella and her life with her cruel stepmother and stepsisters and her trip to the ball received good reviews. The HONOLULU Family team enjoyed it, especially…
Eating locally is a delicious way to support local farmers. This month, not only will it be easier to find locally sourced dishes, but you'll be helping to educate our keiki. The Hawaii Agricultural Foundation (HAF) has launched its second…
We pass a McDonalds on the way to and from school. Each March the kids notice the Shamrock Shake sign and ask if we can stop. I say, “Let's make our own and add chocolate chips!” We make healthy mint…
With nine films, seven live performances, golf and ukulele lessons and more, this one-day event is packed. We asked organizers for tips to navigating the big festival in West Oahu. Photo: Ko Olina Children's Film and Music Festival. Last year's…
A doughnut-bearing panda, a monster-saving student and a graphic book on speed top our editor's book picks this spring. Enter to win one to take home to your family! Please, Mr. Panda, by Steve Antony 3 to 5 years…
One day, Cassera and I were looking at photos of our family on my phone, when she asked me to “heart” a few of them. Then, on our way to the library, she asked me to hit “thumbs up” when…
Colorful candy, sweet experiments and dry ice create a formula for fun.
Dress up movie night popcorn with savory and sweet shake-on seasonings. Don't forget the li hing mui powder and kakimochi! Cheesy Garlic From marthastewart.com Ingredients: • 1 tablespoon grated parmesan • ¼ teaspoon coarse salt • ¼ teaspoon dried thyme…
You’ll definitely get some bites when you put out these tasty ocean-inspired treats.
Preschool A Book of Babiesby Il Sung NaSpring brings the birth of baby animals including ducklings, zebras, kangaroos, seahorses, polar bears and more. A father duck observers that some are only children, many have children, but all settle down at…
Who: 2 eight-year-old girls. What: The Art Explorium's artist-led kids' workshops. When: An hour-and-a-half on a Sunday afternoon. In the past year or so, the Art Explorium in Kaimukī, a young nonprofit founded on the idea that art can be made…
Surprise your child with a new batch of glittery, scented play dough.
A parent’s welcome to the world of social media.
Preschool Three Bears in a Boat by David Soman When they break their mother's treasured blue shell, three bears set off on a sailing adventure none of the bears expected. Kindergarten The Mermaid and the Shoe by K.G. Campbell…
