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Indoors

Top Hot Dog Restaurants in Southeast Michigan

Kari Zaffarano -
Dig into the dogs featured at these famed hot dog restaurants and around the region.
At Home

Fourth of July Recipes for Family Parties

Kristen J. Gough -
Liven up your celebrations with these Fourth of July recipes — including loaded burgers, root beer baked beans and a creative spin on pigs-in-a-blanket.
Education

Thoughtful Gift Ideas for Teachers from Kids

Kristen J. Gough -
Heartfelt gift ideas for that special teacher during Teacher Appreciation Week.
At Home

April Fools’ Food Pranks: Recipes to Give Your Family a Fun Surprise

Kristen J. Gough -
Is it cake or pizza? Jell-O or juice? It's time to trick the kids with April Fools' food pranks! Try one of these sneaky, silly recipes to celebrate April 1.
Advice

Tips to Make Healthy Foods Taste Good to Kids

Maggie Boleyn -
Wondering how to get kids to eat vegetables, fruits and good-for-you foods? Encourage healthy eating for kids with these tips from a local pediatrician.
Family health & wellness

Kids’ Poop: What’s Healthy?

Stacey Winconek -
It's a messy business. But kid's poop is a key indicator of health. Here is some advice to help parents get to the bottom of normal bowel movements in children.
Advice

Unhealthy Foods That Kids Should Never Eat

Shelby Stewart -
A local expert offers some suggestions of seemingly harmless but totally unhealthy foods that kids should never eat and some options kids should try.
Advice

The Pros and Cons of Exotic Pets for Kids

Kristen J. Gough -
Thinking of expanding your family with mice, snakes or geckos? A local pet store owner weighs in on the pros and cons of exotic pets; plus things for families to consider before purchasing.
Things to Do

How to Start a Book Club for Kids

Belinda Mooney -
For kids, reading clubs can improve reading skills and is a fun group setting for bonding with friends. Here's how parents can start book clubs for kids.
At Home

New Orleans-Style Recipes for Families

Kristen J. Gough -
Mardi Gras (also known as Fat Tuesday) is a wonderful excuse to try New Orleans-style recipes, like jambalaya and gumbo, and flavors at your dinner table!
At Home

How To Bake Your Own Bread

Kristen J. Gough -
D'oh! Think you can't bake your own bread? Think again with this tasty recipe for homemade dough.
Advice

Basic Cooking Skills for Kids at Every Age

Kristen J. Gough -
Trying to find ways your child can help out with the cooking? Check out our age-by-age guide of basic cooking skills for kids from preschool to high school.
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