Lately, our summers have been filled with drama—literally and figuratively. For the past two years, our son, Kennedy, has attended Ohana Arts (ohanaarts.org), a seven-week musical-theater workshop in which students 8 to 18 receive extensive and intensive training in acting,…
✔ Tip No. 1: Plan Quality Time and Make a Few Memories Determine how many days and/or weeks your children will have off and plan some quality time with them. Stay home and hang out or plan a fun…
Everyone can succeed at math. Parents can help their children master math and dispel the notion that math is difficult by “talking math” with children as they use it in everyday activities whether it be shopping, cooking or dining…
Fortunately, my daughters enjoy being involved in various sports and are pretty active kids. They don't grumble (too much) when I shut the TV off and tell them to “get outside and play.” They would probably say I don't let…
Experts recommend 60 minutes of active play each day to keep keiki and teens fit, healthy and happy. Sound daunting? It needn't be. Experts and parents share tips on how to keep kids on the move and having fun,…
February 1 Chinese New Year's Celebration Children's Discovery Center Ages 3 to 10Saturday, Feb. 1, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.Celebrate the Year of the Horse with special activities and a lion dance performance by the Quo Min Tang Physical Cultural…
The new "Fun, Sun and Trolley Run" package at the Embassy Suites-Waikiki Beach Walk makes this resort the perfect place for a family staycation. The package includes beach gear for two, unlimited rides on the Waikiki trolley, an in-room pizza and a…
Awesome book recommendations for your keiki—from Preschool through Eighth grade— Plus a little something for mom and dad. Some titles are available in eformats. These books and many others for all ages are available at your public library or you…
For us, Christmas means family and housework—lots and lots of housework.
Meet the winners of our 2014 Cover Kids Search! You voted for them! Out of hundreds of entries, here are our 2014 Cover Kids and runners up. 2014 Cover Kids Will be featured on the cover of HONOLULU Family…
1. The Original Toy Company wood shape shifter, $5.95, Thinker Toys, Kahala Mall, 735-5442.2. Felt headband, $12, Petit at the Royal, The Royal Hawaiian: A Luxury Collection Resort, 921-2125.3. Animal Crayons, $7.50 for a six-piece set, Up and Riding,…
Photos: Karen DB Photography Nothing beats tradition, but sometimes you need to spice things up, especially when you're trying to expand the repertoire of picky little palates. In lieu of turkey or ham this holiday, consider adding a few new…
Exposure to germs helps to strengthen kids' immune systems. But is there a limit to dirtiness? This past summer, Lilinoe Tui, age 2, visited her family's farm, where she touched animals and played in the dirt with her cousins.…
NUTRITION Get your kids to eat their veggies! (Corn and potatoes do not count. Nutritionally, these are starches more than vegetables). Vegetables are loaded with the nutrients essential to the functioning of a healthy immune system. If your…
The search for the perfect gift can be a daunting task for parents as the holiday season nears. Consider this an opportunity to give the gift of learning that will last throughout the year. Educational toys and games are…
The sound of nostalgic holiday tunes, the smell of fresh pine, peppermint, cinnamon and gingerbread, the taste of eggnog, hot cocoa and freshly baked cookies and the joy of decking the halls, trimming the tree and watching your children giggle…