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Honolulu City Lights

by Julie Yang

December 08, 2008

If you haven't seen this , it's definitely worth a gander. Your little one will be amazed, and you'll get a nice stroll around a part of our city you probably don't frequent. Our family usually took a trip the weekend before Christmas to get us into the spirit. What is it? It's a bunch of things actually. There are various light displays, and large statues, and an even  Read more...

A must have picture books about our island life

by Julie Yang

November 19, 2008

In my pre baby life when I worked as a speech therapist with really little ones, I brought along many different books to my sessions.   But one book was always in my bag.     H awaii is a Rainbow Stephanie Feeney.     I came upon Hawaii is a Rainbow one day at the Friend's of the Library books sale.   I'm always looking for kids books with bright real pictures to stimulate words  Read more...

Books with rhythm

by Julie Yang

November 05, 2008

My favorite book to read aloud are the kind written in rhythm. Sometimes they rhyme, sometimes they don't. Either way, it's fun to read to a beat. And after a few run throughs, the rhythm makes it easy for Noah to pretend to read along too. Some of our favorites are: Miss Mary Mack by Ann Hoberman, illustrated by Nadine Bernard Wescott: A really cute book about a girl and  Read more...

Places for Fun When the Playdate Has an Age Range

by Julie Yang

September 29, 2008

The reality is that, at this age, when play groups get together, there is no age.   Unless there's some sort of formal invitation or discussion before, it's customary for your child's playmate's siblings to come along.   I bring Natalie along whenever I can, especially because we don't really have family here and it's such a hassle to always schedule a sitter.   Keeping this in mind,  Read more...

Three days in an around Honolulu: day 2

by Julie Yang

July 09, 2008

Exploring Hawaii's culture Now that you've been here for a bit, it's time to venture out. The fun is far from being over for your preschooler. First stop of the day: Hawaii Children's Discovery Center . Opens only from 10 am to 1 pm on weekdays, so don't wait too long to get there. The fully interactive children's museum has three floors of imagination fun.  Read more...

More of Our Favorite Activities and Things to Do in honolulu

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Creatures & Critters:
Our Urban Jungle

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Do, Re, Mi! Places to Hear, Sing & Play a Tune

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Artistic Endeavors:
Our Favorite Art Venues

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Room to Run:
Run, Jump & Wiggle Outdoors

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Rainy & Quiet Days:
Cozy & Crazy Indoor Fun

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A Sense of History:
Our City's Stories

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Tot's Science Fair:
Science & Nature Sites

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Splash, Spray, Play! Local Spots to Get Wet

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The Most Fun in Life Is Free!

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