The Top 11 Water Parks for Families in the New York Area
These are the best indoor and outdoor water parks in NY, NJ, CT, and PA—all within a short drive fro...
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22 Charity Walks in the NYC Area That Raise Money for Good Causes
Teach your kids compassion and the value of volunteerism. There are many annual fundraising walks in...
Halloween Crafts for Kids: Our 40 Favorite DIY Ideas for Spooky Season
Get into the Halloween spirit with these fun Halloween crafts for kids, many of which can be created...
The Top 10 Spots to Go Berry Picking in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut
It's berry picking season! These are all the best pick-your-own berry farms in upstate New York, Lon...
How to Spend the Day at New York Botanical Garden with Your Kids
The New York Botanical Garden is a fun destination for families, with a children's adventure garden ...
Why the Bronx Zoo is an Awesome Family Destination
The Bronx Zoo is New York City's largest zoo, and there's no shortage of animals to see or things to...
The Best Train Museums in NY and the Surrounding Area
Take a trip with your family to a train museum in NY (or railroad exhibit), where young and old trai...
Where to Hike Trails in the New York Metro Area
Hiking is a great way to get out and enjoy the fresh air while remaining socially distant! Always ca...
Catch A Minor League Baseball Game in the New York Area
Check out the minor league baseball teams that play in NYC, Long Island, New Jersey, Connecticut, an...
Top Weekend and Day Trip Destinations with Kids Around New York
Planning a weekend getaway with your kids near New York? We've got the top places to visit in New Yo...
Where to Go Maple Sugaring in the New York Area
These are the best places to go maple sugaring near you in New York, CT, and NJ. February-March mark...
Interesting Presidential Trivia Questions for Kids
Here are some fun and interesting president trivia questions for kids to get them interested in poli...
Where to Go Sledding in the NYC Area
Be prepared for snow day fun by finding where to sled in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, Long Island, W...
Best Hot Chocolate and Teas in the New York Metro Area
We've highlighted some of the coziest cafes that serve the best hot chocolate and tea in the New Yor...
Where to Ski and Snowboard in the Northeast
The best ski mountains with kids ski lessons in New York and the slopes of Connecticut, New Jersey, ...
10 Thanksgiving Traditions for Families
Try out a new Thanksgiving tradition with your family this year. This list includes ideas for DIY ho...
At What Age Can Children Legally Sit in the Front Seat?
Before you let your child sit in the front seat of your car after calling "Shotgun," make sure you k...
Where to Volunteer with Kids in the New York Area
Give back to your community with your entire family in the New York area by volunteering with your k...
How to Extend the Life of Halloween Candy
Read on for tips and tricks to make sure your Halloween candy last longer....
How to Celebrate Halloween with a Child with Special Needs
Helpful tips for how to celebrate Halloween for parents of children on the autism spectrum or with o...
Ghost Tours, UFO Sites, and Haunted Places in the Hudson Valley
Updated Oct. 2020: These hair-raising haunted places in the Hudson Valley area will spook your socks...
Pumpkin-Inspired Recipes for the Family
It's pumpkin season, which means it's time for delicious breakfasts, dinners, and desserts made with...
Family-Friendly Bowling Alleys in New York Area
This is a list of the best bowling alleys for families in Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Queens....
Where to Rent Boats and Kayaks in the New York Area
Here's a list of boat rentals, as well as canoes and kayak rentals NYC, Rockland County, Westchester...
Explore the Night Sky Inside at Planetariums
UPDATED JUNE 2019: On warm summer evenings, it's fun to go outside, direct your gaze up, and count a...
9 Ways to Enjoy the Night Sky
Here's how and where to watch tonight's Perseid meteor shower in New York as well as 8 other ways to...
Lakeside at Prospect Park Reopens to the Public
Lakeside at Prospect Park officially reopens to the public on Saturday, Aug. 1 with modified hours f...
Where to Fish This Summer in the New York Metro Area
These are the best fishing spots throughout the NYC area - including in the city, on Long Island, an...
7 Creative Ways to Play Limbo
Here's how to play Limbo the classic way along with seven ideas to make the game a little more creat...
Parents Guide to Live Sporting Events in New York
Crosstown rivalries, new stadiums, and access to a wide variety of sports make the New York area one...
Kid-Friendly Museums in the New York Area
A comprehensive selection of kid-friendly museums in the New York City area, including Manhattan, Br...
Everything You Need to Know About Campgrounds in New York
Here are 19 campgrounds in New York your family can go visit for a weekend getaway and tips for camp...
This is How to Select and Recipes to Make with Watermelon
This is how to pick a ripe watermelon at the store, plus dishes to make, including a watermelon feta...
12 Fun Ways to Keep Kids Active While Social Distancing
These outdoor fun ideas will get your kids out of the house, keep them having fun, and help them get...
How to Easily Plan for Your Child's Summer Camp
It can be overwhelming to decide how to pick a summer camp for your child, and it often seems like t...
10 Ways to Get Creative with Chores
Want to nurture your child's creativity and get him to do some chores around the house at the same t...
April 2015 Table of Contents
The April 2015 issue of NYMetroParents features our birthday party planner, with advice and resource...
5 Tips for Visiting Sesame Place in Bucks County, PA
Looking for a fun weekend trip for your family that brings your children's favorite TV characters to...
Precious Memories from a Stay-at-Home Dad
A Brooklyn stay-at-home dad shares cherished memories of days at home with his young daughter in a p...
Your Complete Guide to Raising Kids in Rockland
Here is your ultimate guide to life in Rockland County, New York, with kids. Consider it a cheat she...
Little Girl Uses Brains and Personality to Stand Up to School Bully
This four-year-old is told by a classmate that she's ugly. What she says in response shows that brai...
Quotables March 20-26: New Beginnings
Join us on Fridays for Quotables, everything that caught our eye this week on the web. This week, we...
Zoos, Nature Centers, and Botanical Gardens in the NYC Area
Explore zoos, nature centers, and botanical gardens in New York City, Long Island, Westchester Count...
How to Make the Most of Your Child's Preschool Years
An early childhood education expert shares preschool pointers, from assessing potential preschools a...
10 Tips for Traveling to Walt Disney World
Planning a family vacation to Walt Disney World? We've got the top 10 tips for traveling with your f...
Vegan, Gluten-Free Girl Scout Cookies
Try these recipes for gluten-free, vegan Girl Scout-style cookies at home, including Thin Mints, Sam...
The New York Palace Partners with Broadway Musical Finding Neverland to Offer Package Deal
Tickets to the hottest Broadway shows can be hard to come by, so why not treat the whole family to a...
Summer Camp Exposes Kids to New Interests and Experiences
The benefits of summer camp, and how sending kids to summer camp help them form new interests, gain ...
Modern Rules for Responding to Party Invites
When it comes to attending parties, most guests forget to respond to invites in a timely manner, or ...
The Importance of Social Connection for Those with ASD
While those on the autism spectrum may not want to connect in the black-and-white way we typically t...
What to Do When Family Doesn't Believe Your Child's Diagnosis
An associate psychologist with the DHD and Disruptive Behavior Disorders Center at the Child Mind In...
What You Need to Know About the ABLE Act
The folks at Autism Speaks provide an overview of the Able Act, signed into law for 2015. The Achiev...
Quotables March 13-19: Green with Envy
Join us on Fridays for Quotables, everything that caught our eye this week on the web. This week, we...
Quotables March 6-12: Little Troublemakers
Join us on Fridays for Quotables, everything that caught our eye this week on the web. This week, we...
Stony Point Cheer Facility Offers Movie Birthday Parties
Mania Training Facility, a cheerleading-focused fitness facility for children, recently began offeri...
New Jersey Gymnastics Facility Offers Open Gym Time
Paragon School of Artistic Gymnastics will begin offering open gym time in July. The gymnastics faci...
Crafts and Drafts Offers Kids' Birthday Parties
Crafts and Drafts, a crafting studio in New City, recently began offering kids' art birthday parties...
Quotables Feb. 27-March 5: the Last Snow Days of Winter
Join us on Fridays for Quotables, everything that caught our eye on the web this week. This week, we...
Teachers Offer Plea to NYC Parents: ‘Help Us Fight Cuomo’s Plans’
Many parents and teachers are angered by proposed changes to the way teacher evaluations are perform...
NYMetroParents Wins 17 Awards at 2015 Parenting Media Association Banquet
NYMetroParents was recognized by the Parenting Media Association with 17 excellence awards at its 20...
Original Unpublished Manuscript by Beloved Author Dr. Seuss Discovered
An original manuscript with accompanying sketches by Dr. Seuss was discovered in the La Jolla, Calif...
March 2015 Table of Contents
The March 2015 issue of NYMetroParents features our summer camp planner, with advice and resources f...
Why It's Important to Celebrate Your Child's Small Victories
Even when progress for your child is slow, there are things to celebrate; it’s important to honor sm...
How Building a Fire Teaches Beautiful Lessons
One mother realizes that protecting her children too much can harm them in the long run. In teaching...
How Camp Helps Kids Form a Connection with Nature
The benefits of sending your kids to summer camp are numerous, from preparing them for college to he...
How to Help Your Child Make Tough Choices
When your child is faced with a tough choice, remember that his ability to reason out his decision i...
What Remains: An Essay on Loss and Parenting
A local mom writes about parenting her young son during the loss of her mother....
Tips to Choosing the Right Nanny for Your Family
Why spend hours choosing the best toys if you leave your child with a caregiver who is not engaging?...
Fun with Kids at Tenafly Nature Center
The Tenafly Nature Center is a 400-acre preservation area full of New Jersey greenery and wildlife, ...
Quotables Feb. 20-26: Fashion Forward
Join us on Fridays for Quotables, everything that caught our eye this week on the web. This week, we...
Tips for Making Your First Family Cruise Smooth Sailing
We've got specific advice on how to make a family cruise stress-free and cost less. Our cruise-plann...
How to Raise Your Son to Be a Gentleman
Is your son's roughhousing and rude behavior making you cringe? There are things you can to do insti...
A Daughter's First Dance Recital
A Brooklyn mother shares the preparation, excitement, and joy of her daughter's first dance recital ...
Ask the Expert: Can I Claim My Child's Summer Camp on My Taxes?
Did you send your kids to summer camp? You may be able to write off the expense on your taxes. Find ...
Information About NYMetroParents' Cover Contest
Each year, NYMetroParents hosts a Cover Contest to give local kids the chance to be featured on the ...
How to Deal With Girls Using Friendship as a Weapon
Rachel Simmons, co-founder of Girls Leadership, an organization that teaches girls how to empower th...
Celebrate Easter and Purim in Rockland
This March, celebrate the holidays in Rockland with family-friendly activities for Easter and Purim....
Pinot's Palette Expands Paint Classes to Children
Pinot's Palette, which originally began offering paint-and-drink classes for adults, will begin offe...
Movie-Making Summer Camp Comes to NY Metro Area
IncrediFlix, a movie-making summer day camp for kids, is moving to the New York metro area. Location...
Natural, Organic Store Opens in Nyack
Nettle & Hive, a natural, organic homegoods store, recently opened in Nyack. The store features nont...
February 2015 Table of Contents
The February 2015 issue of NYMetroParents magazines features our camp directory, to help you find th...
The Truth Behind Your Child's Constant Boredom
When a child can frequently be described as lazy or bored it means that the child is not fully engag...
The Importance of Summer Camp for Kids and Teens
Even though you can find after-school activities for any interest your child may have, summer camp i...
More Parents Are Helping Kids With Their Homework
Nearly 80% of parents are spending more time helping kids with homework than previous generations, a...
How to Discuss Your Child's Diagnosis with Your Child
How do we help our children understand their issues and teach them to advocate for themselves? Demys...
What You Should Know About Measles
The recent measles outbreak in the United States has raised many questions surrounding this disease....
Celebrate School Choice Week With More Than 10,000 Events
National School Choice Week is back to raise awareness about choosing the right academic environment...
Former WWE Champion Uses Bad Decisions He Made Growing Up to Inspire Teens
An auditorium of middle school students is motivated to change the way they define success when Marc...
How to Keep Kids Active and Healthy in the Winter
Kids need exercise and physical activity year-round, though getting the required 60 minutes during t...
New York City Siblings Share a Unique Closeness
Monica Marino, a New York City mother, reflects on the unique sibling bond her children have with ea...
20 Discipline Mistakes Even Great Parents Make
When it comes to disciplining your children, even the most well-informed, best-intentioned parents u...
Queens of Lacrosse Empowers Girls Through Lax
Queens of Lacrosse is the only all-girls lax program in the borough of Queens, NYC. The program was ...
New City Jewish Center to Offer After-Care Hours
New City Jewish Center's Early Childhood Center recently announced that it will offer after-care hou...
Campus Kids NJ Offers New Specialty Sports Programs
Campus Kids NJ, which has been hosting kids for sleepaway camp for 25 years, is adding two new sport...
What to Do if Your Child Has Challenging Symptoms but No Official Diagnosis
Your child has challenging symptoms, but no diagnosis. That means no official services, and plenty o...
Parents Agree All Children in Day Care Should be Vaccinated
University of Michigan C.S. Mott Children's Hospital National Poll on Children's Health shows that m...
Morning Fuel: Easy, Healthy Breakfasts from a Manhattan School Chef
From a Manhattan school chef who is no stranger to picky eaters, these easy from-scratch breakfast r...
