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…
I know it is challenging to find healthy snacks, but our family's favorite is vanilla yogurt dipped with fruit! Ingredients: quart of plain yogurt 4 tablespoons brown sugar 4 teaspoons vanilla Mix up ingredients. Take your favorite fruits and dip!…
A healthy and kid friendly snack!Ingredients:1 Box Low Fat Nilla Wafers8 Ounces Cool Whip Lite Whipped Topping1 Pint Strawberries or 6 Ounces RaspberriesPlace as many wafers as desired on a dessert plate.Top each wafer with 1 1/2 teaspoons of whipped…
For some spooky, Halloween fun with an education twist, consider visiting on of the following five top haunted spots.
Some habits are hard to break. Amelia was born on the 5th of December, and on her first day of life we sent newborn pictures to family and friends. On the fifth of every month since, I've collected, uploaded, edited,…
This fun craft involves blowing bubbles and splashing around in a bowl of suds-y, paint-y water! Contributed by small hands big art.
Overwhelming sights, smells, and textures do not have to sideline your child.
These spooky candle holders are a great addition to Halloween décor, and fun for all to make in anticipation of Halloween parties!
Seasonal squash is for more than just carving.
Rossini's is a small, locally owned and family-friendly Italian restaurant.
The busy mom's guide to quick and delicious dinners
Tips for parents from The Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Network to ensure there's no trick in your children's treats.
As children grow, they may be ready for more activities.
Ingredients:1 cup self-rising flour1/3 cup cornstarchZest of two oranges1-1 1/2 cups orange flavored sparkling water3-4 cups canola oil for deep fryingRaw sliced pumpkinDirections: Combine the flour and cornstarch in a medium-size bowl. Blend well with a wire whisk. Stir in…
The pumpkin seeds, sometimes called pepitas, may be rinsed from the stringy pulp that holds them in place inside the pumpkin, and then baked. First, rinse the seeds well, removing all of the pumpkin pulp. Then, pat the seeds dry…
Make your next Halloween party a mixture of old-fashioned and new games with plentiful treats.
Save the bandages for the mummies with these tips to help keep children safe around the pumpkin-carving table.
Find some fun at Fourth Ward Neighborhood Park.
Add some fun to your fall with these festive books and games.
These traditional turnovers are tender and flaky, with apple pie-like filling and a thin, white glaze.Ingredients1 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup cold butter, divided 1/4 cup ice waterFilling: 1/3 cup sugar 2 teaspoons cornstarch 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon…
A classic apple pie takes a shortcut with easy Pillsbury® unroll-fill refrigerated pie crust. Easy and delicious!Ingredients: Crust:1 box Pillsbury® refrigerated pie crusts, softened as directed on boxFilling:6 cups thinly sliced, peeled apples (6 medium)3/4 cup sugar2 tablespoons all-purpose flour3/4…
Cooler Fall weather signals the reminder that soon kids will be spending most of their time indoors, shuffling around the house on Saturday mornings in their footie PJs and inventing faster, more permanent ways to stain the carpet. Find more art at Small Hands Big Art.
Now that fall is practically here and Charlotte backyards are a delight again, it's easy to forget that just a few weeks ago it was so hot your shoes could melt on the sidewalk and the last thing anybody wanted to…
Yields: 12-14 servingsINGREDIENTS:1/2 cup butter, softened2 cups sugar1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract2 eggs2 cups all-purpose flour1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon1 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon baking soda6 cups chopped, peeled tart applesButterscotch Sauce:1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup butter, cubed1/2…
Celebrate the special grandparents in your family with one of these fun ideas.
Family-friendly and Kids Eat Free restaurants in the greater Charlotte area.
