Messing with Mud

The ingredients in the recipe are simple: water for wetness, soil for substance, crumpled leaves for texture, bark chips for chunks, grass for green-ness, and rocks just for fun. The how-to part of the recipe is also pretty straightforward – dig, dump, stir, mush, squoosh, pour, pound. Read More »

Preparing for College Beyond the “Numbers”

While colleges certainly seek students who have shown academic success, colleges also understand that talent, ability, and potential are not necessarily well-revealed in an applicant’s “numbers” - that is, their GPA and test scores. Read More »

Surviving and Thriving on a Single Income Budget

Life is expensive. Life with kids is even more expensive. So how do some parents who rely on one income not only survive, but still find ways to create a happy, well-rounded life for their families? Read More »

Nutritional Inspiration for the New Year

A new year brings new opportunities for personal changes and improvement from taking steps forward in a career to bettering personal relationships and – perhaps most common – starting on a path toward better health. Focus on dishes that call for fresh fruits and veggies. Read More »

4 Tips for a Productive 2021

As the calendar turns to 2021, consider these key products and processes to stay productive next year. Read More »

Creativity-Boosting Apps for Kids

January is International Creativity Month; a great occasion to inspire your kids to become more creative. Here are some of the very best creativity-boosting apps for kids. They’re all completely free, so encourage your kids to download an app – or three! Read More »

Coping with Distance Learning Burnout

Distance learning during the COVID-19 pandemic looks and feels very different to students, teachers and parents. Long hours in front of a screen, challenges with technology and difficulty mastering new material can be overwhelming to some children. Read More »

Drum Roll Please....

The 2020 Oregon Family Magazine Holiday Gift Guide is here! This year, for our 9th annual gift guide, we found creative and imaginative gifts for kids. Read More »

Inspiring Generosity in Children

Generosity is a trait most parents would like to see instilled in their children. Teaching kids to serve and give to others builds character and empathy. It also releases chemicals in the brain that stimulate reward pathways and creates a feeling of joy. Read More »

Gifts Kids Can Give on A Small Budget

There is nothing more heartwarming than a gift made by a child. Handmade gifts are affordable, fun to make, and can be given to parents, grandparents, teachers, and siblings. Read More »