Tag: #MIKidsCan

eyeball pasta

eyeball pasta

Eyeball Pasta Dinner
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This spooky and savory meal will definitely be an "eye"- ful at any Halloween party.

When “Boo!” Becomes “Boo-Hoo”

Shocked dad covering his son's eyes while watching a movie.

Shocked dad covering his son's eyes while watching a movie.

Before you take your kids to the haunted house or watch a scary movie together, make sure they're emotionally equipped to handle it.

Three kids about to go trick-or-treating.

Three kids about to go trick-or-treating.

Having a Safe, Happy and Healthy Halloween

Halloween can be a spooky time for your children's health. Use these tips to ensure a fun and healthy experience!

#MIKidsCan Turkey Day VIP Sweepstakes: Celebrate Thanksgiving Day with the Detroit Lions

Children ages 10-18 are eligible to win a Thanksgiving Day Detroit Lions prize package. Learn more about how you can enter your child this year.

Crafty pumpkins lined up for judging.

Crafty pumpkins lined up for judging.

Scare Up Some Fun With Crafty Halloween Pumpkins

The Jack-o-Lantern may be one of the most iconic representations of Halloween, but pumpkin carving has evolved into a form of artistic expression.

Healthier Halloween Treats Your Kids Will Love

Image of four kids dressed up for Halloween.

Image of four kids dressed up for Halloween.

Here are a few helpful tips to make this Halloween a bit healthier for your trick-or-treaters.

teal pumpkin project

teal pumpkin project

The Teal Pumpkin Project™: A Halloween Treat for Kids with Food Allergies

While most kids look forward to strolling around their neighborhood in costumes filling up their plastic pumpkin with treats, those with food allergies can't.

How Family Dinners Help Kids Avoid Drugs and Alcohol

Image of a family eating a meal together.

Image of a family eating a meal together.

Research shows sitting down and sharing a meal can help kids and teens resist the temptations of drugs and alcohol.

Image of two schoolgirls walking home from school.

Image of two schoolgirls walking home from school.

Why Safe Routes to Schools Matter

In this guest post from Ty Schmidt, executive director of Traverse City-based non-profit organization Norte, learn why walkable communities are good for health.

Childhood Obesity Awareness Month: Keep Your Kids Healthy This School Year

family active

family active

It’s easier than you think to keep your kids healthy—here are four ways to get started.