Spring is in the air, and when the sun sets later and the evenings get longer, I find myself needing a little parenting wisdom, dinner-time hacks and a dash of mischievous fun.

Reevaluate your parenting approach and discover our top tips for fostering a crucial life skill that shapes your child’s future. We can’t do it all, so take a shortcut this week and try one of the best healthyish frozen dinners to simplify your hectic evenings. And with April Fools’ Day right around the corner, why not have some fun? These harmless, laugh-out-loud pranks will have your kids giggling, once they get over the surprise! 

— Kari Hanson, associate editor