One of my son's kindergarten classmates has been calling him lame, which is proof that kindergartners aren't that discerning with their insults.

A festive workshop for creative kids

There are two sides to every story, and in Disney’s “Maleficent,” which came out on DVD Nov. 4, the classic villain has the opportunity to relay her version of the fairytale “Sleeping Beauty.”

Three iconic toys have been inducted into the National Toy Hall of Fame after thousands of votes from around the country: bubbles, little green Army men and the frustrating yet addictive Rubik's Cube.

Six seems to be Nathan Engelhardt's lucky number. After working on six animated features (including "Rio," two "Ice Age" sequels and "Wreck-It Ralph"), his career took a step up when he became one of six animation supervisors on Disney's latest, "Big Hero 6." The movie follows the adventures of...

What's November to most of us is Dinovember for the Tuma family and their fans across the globe.

These restaurants keep little ones entertained while you dine. —By Jonathan Messinger

Ever crave s'mores pop? You can try it now at the newly opened Rocket Fizz Soda Pop & Candy Shop in Glenview.

Got a tiny Tom Colicchio or an aspiring Stephanie Izard at home? Encourage their culinary skills with these products made just for pint-sized chefs.

Family dining is encouraged at these restaurants, which fall somewhere between your corner grill and Alinea.

Little Goat and 7 more all-day breakfast menus in the city and suburbs

Ease wary kids into taking their taste buds on a culinary field trip.