Inviting grandparents to the family dinner table can open up a new world of conversations, family history and connecting with one another.
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The Last Laugh
A new documentary explores the subject of whether some topics are just too dark for comedy. What does your family think?
Real Family Dinner Projects: The Darvick Family
A longstanding family dinner tradition rooted in faith and friendship comes full circle with the birth of a new generation.
A Whale of a Problem
After helping a huge pod of stranded whales, a biologist raises ethical and environmental questions about whether humans should intervene in nature.
A Book By its Cover
Inspire your family with a conversation about Malcolm Mitchell, the football star who put his heart and soul into mastering another skill: Reading.
The Meaning of Home
What does “home” really mean? No matter your political beliefs, the recent news about immigration policies makes talking about the concept of home relevant for all families.
Real Family Dinner Projects: The Townsend Family
An inspiring teen shares how family dinners have strengthened her, and how she’s paying it forward with a school-wide service project.
Meal Planning Hacks for Busy Families
Meal planning is a good habit, but can be hard to manage. Try one of these creative meal planning hacks to get your family dinners on track!
Real Family Dinner Projects: The Lazio Family
A busy family with teens struggles to get their family dinner routine back on track so they can stay engaged and connected.
What’s News?
How can kids and teens tell the difference between real news and fake? To share or not to share? Get to the bottom of fake news with these conversation starters.
Real Family Dinner Projects: The Swanson Family
How do you feed a family of seven? A busy mom of five boys from Washington State shares her family dinner challenges, secrets and best tips.
The Politics of Thanksgiving
Many families are anxious about Thanksgiving due to divisive politics. Dr. Anne Fishel offers tips for overcoming tension at this year’s Thanksgiving table.