TURKEYS IN DISGUISE By Cynthia Platt Illustrated by Josh Cleland A hilariously fun read-aloud picture book where children think quickly and creatively to disguise a group of turkeys and save them from becoming Thanksgiving dinner! THE HUMBLE PIE By Jory…
Locally grown corn is one of the most delicious parts of summertime. Enjoy it straight from the cob or cut off and tossed in salads or soups. One quick note: When you are cooking corn, for the best flavor, don’t…
Smart school supplies for the start of the new school year.
A few months ago, I wrote about a project that involved melting channels through blocks of ice with salt and then watching color flow through the pathways. This project is its room-temperature cousin. You'll need: Stiff paper Glue Water colors…
Remember my last post about getting the deck done faster by inviting Amelia to help? Well...one project led to another. Now that the deck is done, our sun-faded patio umbrella looks SOOOO much worse in comparison. But of course, it…
Before you strike that match, consider the safety of your children — and yourself.
Find out our readers' favorite places to play, eat, shop and have fun in the Queen City.
From onstage performing arts to hands-on painting, sculpting and creating, the art scene is alive in Charlotte with children in mind.
Settle in and cheer on the home teams.
A fun summer craft just in time for Fourth of July celebrations.
Combat summer brain drain with these quick tips.
Kids can play with a big yellow caterpillar or twisty monkey bar configuration.
Watermelon and Tomato Salad with Crumbled Bacon and Blueberry DressingHere’s a fun red, white and blue salad to celebrate the local flavors of summer and the fourth of July, too.Ingredients1 small seedless watermelon 2-3 local tomatoes, sliced1/2 cup Bosky Acres…
If you've ever tried to get a project done with kids in the house, you know just how impossible this is. For the past month, my husband has been getting antsy to clean and stain our deck, and we've been…
Lighten up your meal plan this summer with this sweet seaside dish. Ingredients:20 oz Wild Pacific salmon fillets 1/4 cup Plain whole wheat bread crumbs4 tsp Honey …
Kids need veggies! Spice up your asparagus with this sesame seed twist. Ingredients: 1/2 lb Asparagus, rinsed1/8 tsp Salt2 tbs Water1/8 tsp Ground black pepper1 tsp Low sodium soy sauce1 tsp Sesame seeds, toasted1 tsp Extra virgin olive oil …
This sweet treat is a lighter alternative to most holiday desserts.Ingredients:2 cans Solid pumpkin1-1 ½ cups Walnuts, chopped 1 can Evaporated skim milk 1 ½ cup Cake flour 1 cup Splenda 1 ½ tbs Baking powder 3 Omega-3 eggs ¼…
This tasty chicken will keep your whole family full -- and happy!Ingredients: ½ teaspoon salt substitute1 can sliced mushrooms (drained)½ teaspoon ground black pepper5 ounce 98-percent fat free 30-percent reduced sodium cream of mushroom soup ¾ cup dry white wine…
Salad:6 cups Fresh Spring Greens½ cup Shredded carrots¼ cup Pine nuts, toastedDressing:¼ cup Walnut Oil1 Tbs Balsamic vinegar1 Tbs Dijon mustard1 tsp Honey Combine all salad ingredients in a large bowl. In a small bowl, whisk together the dressing ingredients…
Says Chef Margo, "It's delicious and savory: think meatloaf and mashed potatoes, only healthier and packed full of nutritious goodness! Also, the orange marmalade doesn't make them very sweet... just adds a little depth. A dinner in a fun shape...…
"As a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, small business owner and mom to a busy 5-year-old, I am always looking for quick and easy dinner ideas. My little boy is hungry the minute he comes in the door after swim class, and…
On June 5th, we united with a team of awesome local food bloggers at Facebook.com/CLTparent to share a variety of healthy, family-friendly recipes. Here's a recap of the recipes that were shared. Easy access to health, all summer long!
Do you remember the Zans for Cans, from One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish? It was a monster that opens cans...so if you have a lot of cans, you should have a Zans for Cans. According to the…
What if there was a way to cook delicious food that helped you get the weight off and got your family eating healthier?
How to motivate your child to try a sport.
Family-friendly and Kids Eat Free restaurants in the greater Charlotte area.
