Cooking
Growing Reader
Chocolate Nut Clusters and The Gruffalo — A Perfect Recipe and Read-Aloud Pairing
What goes great with storytime? Snacks! The Trim Healthy Mamas suggest pairing this tasty treat with a delightful story and watching the smiles spread.
Just For Fun
Grown-Up Reads
A Scrumptious Holiday Pumpkin Scone Recipe for the Whole Family
Pumpkin, cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg all folded up between flaky layers makes the perfect treat for a cool fall morning or a blistery winter afternoon.
Grown-Up Reads
What Jane Green’s Been Reading in 2016
We asked bestselling author Jane Green what she’s been reading, and loving, in 2016. Here are the books that topped her list.
Just For Fun
15 Comebacks to Kids Who Say ‘I’m Bored!’
Turn downtime into creativity time! Next time your kids come to you complaining of boredom, suggest one of these boredom-busting ideas.
Growing Reader
Tween
Aha! Fun and Yummy Science Experiments Kids Can Do at Home
Kids love a good science experiment, and these books are jam-packed with hands-on activities that will engage your children for hours.
Pre-K
Growing Reader
How to Throw a Perfectly Polka-Dotted Ladybug Girl Party This Winter
Whether you’re hosting a winter birthday party or holiday gathering, these Ladybug Girl-inspired party ideas are sure to keep you cozy and warm inside.
Tips & Advice
How to Help Kids Find Joy in Cooking? Hand Them a Book.
Alana Chernila, author of The Homemade Kitchen, shares one way to help kids find joy and satisfaction in the kitchen: Give them a cookbook, and let the pages do the work.
Pre-K
Growing Reader
Tween
How Books Can Help You Get Through the Dinnertime Craziness
Books are a great tool to help you survive the dinnertime rush. We've put together some great book-and-cook ideas, tailored to your child's age and stage.
Grown-Up Reads
6 Books That Just Might Change Your Life
This list of nonfiction books addresses what, to me, needs changing most — to clear the clutter, be more vulnerable, find my confidence, eat better, and transform some bad habits.
Pre-K
8 Scrumptious Picture Books for Little Foodies
Do you have a child who loves food? (Or a child who you would like to love food?) These books are perfect for whetting their appetites for cooking, eating, and appreciating where food comes from.