Holidays

Make the most of the holidays ahead with our great ideas for crafts to make with your kids, recipes for entertaining, fun ways to decorate, and much, much more. Use our toy guides to find the best gifts for every kid on your list. Learn creative new ways to make Valentine's Day crafts or decorate eggs for Easter. Browse our collection of homemade Halloween costumes. Get mom-tested and kid-approved recipes for Thanksgiving. You can also learn the history and traditions of the holidays you celebrate, including rituals from all around the world. So save your sanity and read our suggestions for avoiding holiday chaos, (Yes, it can be done!) and don't forget to check out our community posts for friendly advice from fellow moms.
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Older Black woman stirs a pot on a gas stove as a young girl watches her.
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Singer Kelis holds a microphone in a blue hoodie.
Kelis Is Spending This Holiday Season on the Farm—and in the Kitchen
African American mother enjoying on Christmas with her daughter who is drawing something on a piece of paper at home.
Do Holiday Wish Lists Take the Spirit Out of Gift Giving?
Smiling African American mother helping her children to decorate a Christmas tree at home
Last Holiday Season, My Family Lost Our Home in a Fire—This Is How It Changed Us
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As a Child of Immigrants, Zoe Saldana's Holiday Traditions Blend Old and New
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Mom’s Enviable ‘Home for the Holidays’ Menu Is Going Viral
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The Best Holiday Movies and Specials—and Where to Watch Them
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Best Toys Awards 2022
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The 45 Best Easter Gifts for Kids That Are Almost Better Than Chocolate
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The Holidays, Your Way
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7 New Year’s Traditions From Around the World Your Family Can Use To Celebrate
Create-A-Treat E-Z Build Gingerbread Houses
The 13 Best Gingerbread House Kits to Make With Your Kids This Season
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The Grinch Is Spreading Anti-Holiday Spirit Far and Wide This Year
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25 Holiday Traditions to Start This Year
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How To Celebrate Lunar New Year as a Family
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Being the Holiday Magic Maker Is Exhausting
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10 Best Christmas Books for Kids
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This Year, Family Holiday Traditions Are Getting a Refresh
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How to Blend Holiday Traditions
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How to Celebrate Diwali With Your Family
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How to Teach Kids the History of St. Patrick's Day
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Easy No-Carve Pumpkin Decorating Ideas for Kids
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A Parent's Guide to Avoiding Offensive Halloween Costumes
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How Old Is Too Old to Trick-or-Treat?
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Are Costume Contact Lenses Safe for Kids?
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Easy Halloween Pumpkin Painting and Decorating Ideas for Kids
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The Best Thanksgiving Trivia for Kids
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Things to Be Thankful For: An A to Z Guide to Thanksgiving Gratitude
Cheerful African American boy laughing while sitting in his father's lap during Thanksgiving day at dining table.
21 Thanksgiving Jokes to Tell at the Kids' Table This Year
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How to Explain the Story of Thanksgiving to Kids
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10 Thanksgiving Movies for Kids to Watch After the Turkey Day Feast
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How Many Presents Should a Child Get for Christmas?
Mother kisses daughter on bed.
I Told My 4-Year-Old the Truth About Santa and Here's Why
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19 DIY Christmas Ornaments to Make With Kids
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10 Fun Christmas Party Games for Kids of All Ages
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21 Funniest Christmas Jokes, According to Kids
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50 Best Christmas Songs for Kids
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7 Elf on the Shelf Arrival Ideas
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Should You Let Your Kids Stay Up on New Year's Eve?
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32 Hilarious New Year's Jokes for Kids
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