Décor: A canopy of bright sheers blowing in the wind, garlands, pompoms and flowers seem to dangle from the clouds. Toadstools, faux grass and floral table settings set the tone for a magical experience. Invitation: Calling all pixies. Join with…
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A well-rounded child is one who thinks for him- or herself, who is secure in his or her decisions and has a developing sense of who he or she is and where he or she fits in the world.…
Applying to kindergarten made us worry about our tomorrows, ruining our todays.
Slightly spoiled by a lifetime on gorgeous Hawaii hiking trails, my children sometimes think my suggested Sunday family hikes sound “soooo boring, Mom.” Recently, after hearing about a friend's geocaching adventure, I looked up geocaching on the internet and…
Photography by Karen DB Photography Healthy “Caramel” Dip with Apples Ingredients:1 cup raw cashews1 cup pitted medjool dates1/4 cup maple syrup2 teaspoons vanillaA pinch of sea saltWater used for soaking datesDirections:1. Soak the cashews in water for 2…
Maka the Magic Maker by Shannon Scott, illustrated by Holly BraffetAges 5 to 8Reviewed by Honolulu Family reader Will F. and her 7-year-old son, Fynn, of Salt Lake. What do you get when you combine a good storyline, wonderful illustrations…
For fun, I did a few unofficial calculations. A typical two-kid household hosts an average of 36 “kid-friendly” parties in a lifetime. Three will be extra-special events celebrating a baby's first year, a teenager's sweet 16 and a you're-off-to-college graduation…
Awesome books for keiki from preschool through 8th 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 can…
Great reads for keiki from preschool through 8th 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 can…
You may have noticed that I haven't blogged about gardening lately, that's because earlier this year our home garden was struggling to grow the vegetables it so easily produced a year ago. Bugs and slugs invaded, and in lieu of…
When Tracy Kimura's 8-year-old twins, John and Sophia, study at home, "they completely play out the differences in learning styles between boys and girls," says Kimura, director of counseling for grades nine to 12 at Iolani School. (The twins…
