It is very easy for me to shop for my kid’s holiday gifts. I’m around them everyday and know what they want – mostly because I make them write a wish list to ‘Santa’. But finding gifts for other members of my family is another story. So I’ve put together some great gift ideas for…
The Gift Giver Guide
5 ways to incorporate literacy into the holidays
A rant — not ours — about themed holidays; a powerful ad about watching your words online; and a tear-jerker list of the heart-melting things kids do
Easy, Peppery Ginger Blob Cookies
These cookies are a must-have every winter for my family. Even the cookie avoiders in my family — yes, we have a changeling — ask for them. The candied ginger is a fantastic touch, but if you skip it, they are still delicious.
By Sonia Verma
momstown’s Holiday Hangover Breakfast Strata
After a night of decking the halls, this is comfort food at its best: Warm, cozy, versatile! Use our base recipe — and secret ingredient — and add in meat or vegetables to your liking. Try it for pot lucks or lunch, too!
By Kara Heald
Today’s read: Let’s talk Hanukkah
From Dr. Dreidel to a fun quiz, here’s momstown’s roundup of books and holiday activities from our media partners and others to celebrate the eight-day Jewish festival
Grandma Smith’s Rolled Shortbread Cookies
These classic shortbread cookies are simply standard at Christmas at our family gatherings. They freeze great, making them the perfect make-ahead recipe for a snowy day when the kids are home
By Ann-Marie Burton
Momstown’s Puff-Pastry Brie Bites
These delicious puff-pastry brie bites are so versatile, you can use whatever preserves you have on hand, or even make a dessert version! An elegant appetizer for Christmas or New Year’s gatherings, they come together fast, and kids can customize them with their own favourite jams and jellies
By Kara Heald
Easy Gingerbread Cookies for Santa
Get the kids baking with the perfect holiday cookie for gingerbread lovers who don’t have the time to roll and cut, let alone construct elaborate houses
By Ann-Marie Burton
How to sidestep holiday stress with kids
It’s the most wonderful time of the year, except for the parents of sugared-up kids whose routine has gone out the window. Parenting expert Ann Douglas offers up some holiday survival tips to help everyone stay merry and bright
5 Cute, Creative Holiday Treats
Take the stress out of making holiday treats with these cute, creative desserts that come together in no time.
momstown Gift Guide 2014: Letter-writing kit and no-sew blanket kit
This Christmas, momstown’s Sarah McLaughlin is giving her daughter the gift of fun, creative experiences. Learn how you can put together your own DIY letter-writing and no-sew-blanket kits.
by Sarah McLaughlin
momstown Gift Guide 2014: DIY fun with science experiments kit
With an eye on toy clutter, intrepid momstown staffer SARAH McLAUGHLIN put together science experiment kits for her kids this Christmas. Made with simple household supplies, this creative, educational gift promises hours of eye-opening fun
Load More
