Britt Riner

On Veterans Day, there are a number of smart ways to reach out to veterans and military service members to thank them — here are 10 things families can do to honor heroes.

With July 4th festivities about to begin, here are fun questions to share with the kids — to get them thinking and learning about America's independence on this special holiday.

Memorial Day is a time to remember all those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our nation and our freedoms. A Florida mom shared a way of remembrance and honor.

In a busy, demanding world, how do parents make sure each child is given one-on-one time — and that parents truly connect with each kid? Here are three ways parents can make each child feel special.

A mom of four in Florida shares a fun and unique idea for strengthening the family: Create a family birthday and celebrate it each year with the kids, no matter how old they are.

One mother of four in Florida has an idea for other parents this Valentine's Day: Why not send our own parents a note of love and appreciation — and model good behavior for our kids?

A mom of four in Florida shares her tips and advice for getting past New Year's resolutions that may have failed already — and staying focused and positive on making the best of a New Year.

Secret Santa gift exchanges can be fun during the holidays, but a mom of four shares a fresh idea for a new family tradition during the Christmas season — involving poinsettias and kindness to others.

A Florida mom of four shares tips for how to get the kids to help clear away unwanted and unneeded toys and games around the house and home — and then to help others, too.

Daughter of an American veteran shares ideas for honoring our veterans this year, as many of them will feel uncomfortable on Veterans Day — especially those who served in Vietnam and Korea.

As millions of American children get ready to go trick-or-treating for Halloween this year, here's a fun and educational exercise that parents can try out on their young ones — for lifelong learning.

This fall season, Britt Riner, a mom of four in Virginia, shares her family's way of expressing gratitude for all that they have. Instead of carving pumpkins, they create messages of thanks.

The messages and words that parents use around their children can be incredibly powerful — here are five phrases worth using in American family life during this school year.