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…
1 cup mashed potatoes¾ cup Crisco½ cup sugar1 cup milk1 teaspoon salt2 eggs, beaten2 tablespoons yeast dissolved in ½ cup warm water1 cup bread flour5 ½ cups bread flour1. Combine the mashed potatoes, Crisco, sugar, milk, salt, eggs, yeast water…
Ring in the new year with one of these familiar resolutions.
Embrace the cold with wintry books, snowman-making fun and healthy recipes.
A fun and easy reindeer puppet craft with downloadable cut-outs!
If the cold of winter makes you dream of summer, this project is for you. We usually do this one in the summer, but indoor ice is fun year-round, so we pulled it out again tonight. This may be the…
We make these every Christmas... they are easy to make and yummy!Ingredients:1/2 cup oil 4 1-ounce squares unsweetened chocolate, melted 2 cups sugar 4 extra large eggs 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons…
This year, skip the wrapping paper and use plain recycled paper decorated by your kids with crayons or stamped designs.
Think recycle before you send those holiday cards.
It all started with a baby shower gift. Someone gave me a very thoughtful gift of mommy-baby handprints in clay. Amelia was born earlier than expected, so we celebrated her due date, and the healthy 5-week-old she'd become, by having…
This year, teach your children to enjoy the pleasures of gift giving and giving from the heart.
1 gallon jug of apple cider 1 large bottle cranberry juice 2 navel oranges 2 large lemons 2-3 cinnamon sticks 1 tablespoon whole cloves Combine the cider and cranberry juice in a large stockpot. Peel oranges and lemons and add…
3/4 cup butter1/2 cup sugarZest or grated rind of two large lemons1/2 cup lemon juice6 large eggs or an equivalent amount of egg substitute Combine butter, sugar, lemon zest and lemon juice in a saucepan. Stir the mixture as the…
3 cups sliced ripe bananas1 1/2 cups sugar1/4 cup orange juice3 tablespoons lemon juice1 cinnamon stick2 whole clovesCombine all ingredients in a deep microwave-safe bowl. Cook on high, stirring every couple of minutes until sugar dissolves, 5-10 minutes in all.…
Tips to overcome the mounds of sweet treats.
Keep the holidays both fun and healthy with these tasty and nutritious treats.
Why small animal pets can be a good fit for busy families on a budget.
10 debt-busting strategies to stay out of the red.
Keep the kids busy with two play sets at E.B. Moore Park.
Fill up on pizza, calzones, chicken parmesan and other hearty Italian fare.
Families in the Charlotte area have their choice of "Nutcracker" performances to attend, with some offering events just for children.
Brighten up your day with this holiday playlist.
Great gift ideas for everyone -- the kids, Mom, Dad, grandparents and teachers!
Add some cheer to your holiday season with these classic Christmas favorites.
Have a blast making memories with this holiday keepsake.
Family-friendly and Kids Eat Free restaurants in the greater Charlotte area.
