5 Delish Casseroles to Make on Busy Weeknights—RECIPES INSIDE!

THE RECIPES

5 Delish Casseroles to Make on Busy Weeknights

Casseroles are the ultimate weeknight dinner solution. With a little prep, you can layer proteins, veggies, grains and sauce into a single pan, then let the oven do the work while you tackle something else on the never-ending to-do list. They’re hearty enough to feed the whole family, can often be assembled in advance (the holy grail of weeknight supper solutions!) and leftovers often taste even better the next day. But don’t take our word for it. Try any one of these casseroles to see for yourself.

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Creamy Seafood Mac and Cheese
Lasagna Roll-Ups
Eggplant Parmesan
Butternut Squash Shepherd’s Pie

And finally, breakfast for dinner or a treat for Saturday morning…
Baked French Toast Casserole with Streusel

THE POLL

Is It Enough to Raise Good Humans?

As parenting editors, we know there are so many different approaches to child-rearing. (Curious about some of the more common parenting styles? Click here!) But at the end of the day, we figure the end goal is the same: to raise good, kind humans who strive to make positive contributions and know their worth. Do you agree or disagree? Weigh in below!

TODAY’S POLL

P.S. Wondering how to raise thoughtful, compassionate, resilient kids? These articles can help.

4 Ways to Raise Empathetic Kids
5 Picture Books to Build Compassion in the Lunchroom (and Beyond!)
The Importance of Teaching Resilience

Results From Our Last Polll

Are your kids already talking about their Halloween costumes?

🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩 Please, they’ve been talking about it since last November. (36%)
🟨🟨🟨🟨⬜️⬜️ Oh yeah. As soon as there is anything Halloween in stores. (24%)
🟨🟨🟨🟨⬜️⬜️ Not yet but it’s coming. (30%)
🟨⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ No. We’re last-minute people. (6%)

From our readers:

THE TRIED & TRUSTED

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THE GRANDPARENTS

What Should Your Grandchildren Call You?

Whether it’s “Grandma,” “Zaidy” or something entirely made up, the names kids use for their grandparents are often some of the first words they master—and are completely beloved by those who have been waiting a lifetime to hear them. Some monikers have cultural roots, while others are traditional to each family. Click through for some of the names you’ll find across cultures, as well as some of the most popular nicknames families adopt for their matriarchs and patriarchs.

THE QUESTION BOX

Why Does My Child Melt Down Every Day After School?

If your child seems to fall apart the moment they get home from school, you’re not alone. Many kids (especially little ones who are new to school) hold it together all day in the classroom only to release all that pent-up energy and emotion once they feel safe at home. This is such a regular occurrence in so many homes that the behaviour actually has a name: after-school restraint collapse.

If this sounds like your household, there are a few ways you can help your child manage the transition from school to home:

• Save questions about school for later

• Offer a healthy snack right away

• Encourage a change of clothes

• Build in quiet time or the right activity match

• Be mindful of your own stress levels

• Allow space for connection and comfort

  
  

  For the full article with tips from child life specialist and family consultant Michelle McVittie, tap the button below.