Share this…FacebookTwitterPinterestPrintemailGet plenty of rest. It may sound simplistic, but think about how difficult it is to be happy when you’re tired. The truth is, these days most of us aren’t getting enough sleep. According to the Centers for Disease Control, 1 in 3 adults and 7 in 10 teens[Read more]
Share this…FacebookTwitterPinterestPrintemailNaturally dyed eggs made at home using fruits, vegetables and spices. Ingredients: 2 cups roughly chopped, raw beets (for pink/red) OR 2 cups blueberries, crushed (for blue/purple) OR 1 teaspoon ground turmeric (for yellow) 1 teaspoon distilled white vinegar Hard-boiled eggs Directions: Put your choice of coloring ingredient (beets,[Read more]
Share this…FacebookTwitterPinterestPrintemail “Easter Egg Hunts: proof your child can find things when they really want to.”- someecards.com Easter celebrations often include attending a church service, enjoying a potluck, and participating in a classic Easter egg hunt. Here are some more Easter activities you can enjoy with your family and friends[Read more]
Share this…FacebookTwitterPinterestPrintemailPALS Program Mission The mission of PALS is to provide a safe, nurturing, and quality recreation program for the children of Maui County that addresses their physical, social, cultural, and educational needs during summer and intersession breaks. Resources PALS Program Brochure – 2019 Summer Session FlyerOpens a New Window.[Read more]
Share this…FacebookTwitterPinterestPrintemailWhat were you thinking?… Sound like a familiar question you ask your teen? The adolescent years are filled with opportunities for young people to make some kolohe (rascal/mischievous) choices. Then, they either experience a favorable outcome or some painful consequences. Just in the last 50 years, researchers have discovered[Read more]
Share this…FacebookTwitterPinterestPrintemailOur culture often puts the spotlight on individual effort rather than teamwork. But encouraging your child to play a team sport might be the best thing you do for their growth as a human being. While there may be bumps on the road, there are ways to help them[Read more]
Share this…FacebookTwitterPinterestPrintemail Fighting siblings is a common phenomenon in families. While many accept it as part of growing up, it can nonetheless be stressful to all concerned and it can continue into adulthood. Is there a way to resolve the fighting in a way that honors all sides? Here are[Read more]
Share this…FacebookTwitterPinterestPrintemail Fear of the dark is fairly common among young children. While it sometimes goes way by itself, parents can take practical steps to help eliminate night time fears forever. Here are six steps to ending nighttime fears. Tell your child you understand. Don’t be little children when they[Read more]
Share this…FacebookTwitterPinterestPrintemail Returning to school for another year almost certainly means one unavoidable truth for junior high and high school students everywhere: Math! Ready or not, that perennial behemoth, which devours so many students’ time, GPA and will to continue school, is back for more! But what if the feared[Read more]
Share this…FacebookTwitterPinterestPrintemail8 Tips to Ease Into Bedtime “Let him sleep, for when he wakes, he will move mountains” -Napoleon Getting enough sleep is extremely important for all of us and especially for kids. A good night’s sleep helps them concentrate at school, ward off illness, and helps mom and dad[Read more]
Share this…FacebookTwitterPinterestPrintemailStart Cooking With Your Kids It’s amazing how children love trying new foods when they are the ones to cook them, so give your kids a chance to practice their cooking skills. Here’s the recipe for getting the kids involved in the kitchen. Stir. Kids love to get in[Read more]
Share this…FacebookTwitterPinterestPrintemailCreating Birthday Traditions We all know that a keiki’s first birthday is a big celebration in Hawaii. Here are some ideas to help create other traditions year after year. 1. Celebrate a half-birthday. A year can feel like an eternity to a small one, so don’t make them wait that[Read more]
