Sparkle Stories Blog

For anyone even remotely aware of herbal remedies, using lavender as a sleep aid is a no-brainer, but the addition of sweet orange oil makes this blend particularly lovely for children. Here's how to make it so your little one can catch more zzzzzzs.

While making proper sushi rolls with nori takes a bit of specialist equipment, you can make more casual nori hand rolls with nothing but, well, your own two hands!

Who can resist spiced and seared chicken? Dig into this recipe and get a glimpse of what Grandmother Maria Dory is so excited about.

Give your tastebuds a City-of-Eight-inspired treat with this delicious Middle Eastern cucumber yogurt salad.

Power your snacking with authentic Middle Eastern hummus as you keep up with the adventures of the Dory Horde on their Egyptian adventure.

Good gingerbread cookies typically use a combination of brown sugar and a liquid sugar, and all the molecular-level water those attract is what makes them so deliciously chewy.

If you're looking for ideas to help make those starting-a-new-school-year transitions easier, give this “Teeny” sandwich stacker a try. A spinach tortilla wrap does most of the work for you—just by being green—and you can customize the filling to suit your child's favorites.

Eight activities that actually encourage your kids to play with their food!

Indulge in a delectable fruit salad inspired by the diet of spider monkeys, complete with tropical flavors, a hint of lime, and crunchy toppings that will transport you to the heart of the Amazon Rainforest.

Take a peaceful moment in the midst of your Dory Horde adventures to indulge in these rich Middle Eastern butter cookies.