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Easy and Healthy DIY Snack Recipes for Kids

Looking for some unique, delicious and healthy snacks to keep your kids full? Try one of these healthy DIY snack recipes for kids.
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Which Christmas cookie recipes guarantee smiles around the holiday table?

When it comes to holiday baking, are you feeling ho-ho-ho or no-no-no? Our Christmas cookie recipes have picks for the gleeful and the Grinches.
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Make holiday memories on Christmas morning with these delicious baked good ideas

Bring your family together around the table with these recipes. Here are some Christmas baking ideas to try this year.
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Kids holiday menu: 6 recipes to get them involved

Recruit your little chefs to help you make this year's holiday feast. Metro Parent's kids holiday menu offers six yummy recipes to get them involved.
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Add these Thanksgiving recipes to your table this year

If you're cooking up the Turkey Day feast for the family this year, try the Crumbs array of easy appetizers, sides and desserts to go with the bird!
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Thanksgiving tips from metro Detroit’s top chefs

Take your Thanksgiving to the next level with these tips from local chefs with Wright & Co, Grey Ghost Detroit and others
At-Home Learning

11 fall books to read with your kids to celebrate the season

Read children's books about pumpkins, apples, football and more.
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8 Thanksgiving books for kids of all ages

Celebrate Turkey Day with these fun books for kids.
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’90s Halloween movies that your kids will actually enjoying watching with you

Show your kids some of your favorite Halloween films that you used to watch when you were their age.
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Celebrate Earth Day with These Fun Recycled Crafts

Make Earth Day hands-on with recycled crafts for kids that teach eco-friendly habits and spark creativity.
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Too Cold Outside? 7 Genius Ways to Bring the Snow Fun Indoors

Too cold to play outside? Bring the winter fun indoors with these creative snow-themed activities that keep kids entertained for hours!
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Valentine’s Day Cookies You’ll Love to Make with Kids

Treat your family and try these delicious Valentine’s Day cookie recipes, from heart-shaped pops to chocolate-filled delights.

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