Happy Holidays!

We have advice, gift ideas, family activities, and book suggestions below to help you make this holiday season sparkle and all of your celebrations shine.

Helpful Holiday Resources

Shortcuts From Our Parent Panel

Save energy this holiday season with these timesaving tips and tricks for celebrating Christmas and Hanukkah.

Wish You Were Here...

Whether you use technology's latest gadgets or traditional forms of keeping in touch, try these ideas for keeping connected with your relatives, near and far.

Have a Safe Holiday

Make sure your celebrations are happy and safe by following these simple guidelines.

This year, create a new holiday tradition with your family — get involved in a charitable activity. It's an ideal way to teach your child values such as generosity, compassion, and gratitude, and prevent her from coming down with an annual case of "the gimmes."

Book-Inspired Gift Kits

To celebrate family, friends, and teachers, turn your kitchen into a gift-making laboratory for creating simple presents that combine fun, food, and learning.

Thoughtful Gifts for Teachers

What holiday gift do teachers really want? Get 6 great ideas to help your child say thanks to a special educator. No "#1 Teacher" knick-knacks allowed!

10 Gifts That Encourage Reading

Try these presents to promote a love for books in your 6- to 7-year-old this season.

Caroling With Kids

Use our checklist to prepare for your night out caroling with the kids. Includes safety tips. Print out song lyrics to add to your caroling collection.

If You Please

Learn how to capitalize on your kindergartner’s fascination with manners this holiday season.

How About a Resolution?

Learn how New Year's pledges help maximize learning.

Festive Book Lists

Holiday Picture Books for Preschoolers

Pique your pre-reader's anticipation with stories that explore the excitement of the season.

Holiday Books for Ages 8-10

Give your intermediate reader a book to cherish during the holidays. From classics to contemporaries, these titles are sure to please the bookworm in your family.