Feedback: Hula Declaration’s Aim Is to Unify
The Huamakahikina Declaration unifies and amplifies the voices of kumu hula.
Author: Contributing Authors
Read This Exclusive Excerpt from Cedric Yamanaka’s New Book “Made in Hawai‘i”
This is the first time the piece has been published in Hawai‘i since its 2008 debut in The MacGuffin literary journal.
Education Cheat Sheet: Building Grit
Teaching your child to persevere is not always as simple as telling them not to give up. Here are three things you can do everyday to help kids discover their own way to conquer obstacles.
Education Cheat Sheet: Handling Friend Drama at School
How can you help your child navigate social challenges? Here are three tips for parents to help keep the conversation going.
Education Cheat Sheet: How to Raise a Problem-Solver in Hawai‘i
We want our kids to persevere and get creative when facing challenges. One way to begin is just by changing the way you look at mistakes.
Education Cheat Sheet: Tips for Fitness at Home from a P.E. Teacher
Virtual classes and more time at home usually meant increased screen time (for parents too). Here are some fun ways to add new energy to a simple game of tag for the entire family.
Education Cheat Sheet: Guiding an Emotional or Sensitive Child
Not every conversation needs to end in tears. Here are some ways you can coach your child, and yourself, through those emotional storms.
Education Cheat Sheet: Learning Through the Pandemic And Beyond
Chances are you heard the word “pivot” multiple times in the past year. But which quick changes are worth keeping for parents and schools when it comes to Hawai‘i’s kids education?
Trying Out Griddled in Waikīkī: Here’s Why We Love Their Birria Tacos
It’s all about the balance of flavors—and sharing a space with a mochi doughnut shop doesn’t hurt, either.
Education Cheat Sheet: Helping Kids Navigate News
How can we assist our children to be aware but not anxious about current events? We have 7 tips.
Education Cheat Sheet: What You Should Ask at Parent-Teacher Conferences
It’s not just about academics. These now rare opportunities to talk story with your child’s teacher face-to-face can provide valuable insight into your little one’s personality away from home.
7 Must-Read Hawai‘i Poets
With World Poetry Day on March 21, and with National Poetry Month in April, what better way to celebrate poetry than to read (and watch and listen to) some of Hawai‘i’s incredible poets?
A HONOLULU Magazine Exclusive Short Story: “Haleola’s Tears” by Alan Brennert
Read the prequel to “Moloka‘i” and “Daughter of Moloka‘i,” only available here.
Education Cheat Sheet: Matching Family and School Values
Education is about more than academics. So how can you make sure a school matches your family values?
Education Cheat Sheet: When Do You Need a Tutor?
When homework challenges become homework struggles is it time to find outside help?
Education Cheat Sheet: The Power of Play
Don’t put off playtime! Here is why we should all take it seriously for our kids.
Education Cheat Sheet: Getting Ready for Kindergarten
Preparing for school goes beyond the ABCs and 123s. Here are six things you can do at home to get your little one ready to enter the classroom.
Education Cheat Sheet: Why You Should Still Read To Your Child Through Middle School
Your keiki may be able to finish a book by his or herself, but there are seven other benefits you won't want to miss out on when it comes to reading together.
Education Cheat Sheet: Is it OK to Miss School to Travel?
To miss classes for travel or not, that is the question.
Education Cheat Sheet: How to Read a Report Card
7 tips to help you translate what your child’s report card is really saying about his or her learning process.
Education Cheat Sheet: Boardroom to Classroom
Local kids are learning from local businesses with exciting partnerships and projects.
Our Top 5: Affordable Sushi Omakase in Honolulu That Won’t Break the Bank
Fortunately, there are sushi counters with omakase courses that boast delicious toppings, sushi rice and prices that don’t break the bank.
Hawai‘i Parent Hacks: 7 Ways to Boost Your Child’s Immunity
There are healthy habits you can adopt that will give your child’s immune system a boost.
