Tips for Raising Money Wise Kids

  By Kimberly Yee April is Financial Literacy Month – a time dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of wise money management. Being smart about handling finances is more important than ever, as families experience higher prices from groceries to...

Great Family Adventures In AZ

  Get Your Kids Outdoors with Arizona State Parks and Trails By Michelle Thompson The desert is heating up. Summer will soon be here and finding ways to keep the kids entertained can seem like a full-time job. Let Arizona State Parks and Trails write you an...

Getting Kids To Talk With You

  How To Get Them Talking With Open Ended Questions By Sarah Lyons When your child comes home from school and you ask, “How was your day?” you may receive the frustrating answer of “Fine.” and no other information. Parents can encourage kids to open up and...

Mom Getaways

    Take A Girls Trip To Recharge By Yvette Armendariz Tempe mom Zona Cecil fondly recalls taking a yearly girls trip. Her first escape took place when her girls were just 4 and 6. “Honestly, having complete trust in (husband) James, and the way he took care...

Mentors Make A Big Difference

      By Jessica Whitney   Big Brothers Big Sisters Needs More Volunteers Have you ever considered becoming a mentor or have charitable work on your New Year’s Resolution list? One Valley non-profit is eagerly seeking more volunteers to meet the needs of young...

Sensational Spring Break Crafts

  By Pam Molnar Springtime is a time for new growth and the perfect opportunity to test out your creative skills. Crafting is a way to spend time together, encourage your kids to express themselves through creativity and fill in the “I’m bored”...