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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29 Hanukkah Activities & Events for Kids in NYC, Long Island, Westchester, & Rockland
Here are the Hanukkah activities and events in NYC, Long Island, Westchester, and Rockland, NY....
23 Menorah Candle Lightings in NYC, Westchester, Rockland, and Long Island
Attend one of these special menorah candle lighting ceremonies in NYC, Brooklyn, Queens, Westchester...
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 for Older Kids: Haunted Houses and Halloween Mazes in New York Area
These haunted houses and Halloween corn mazes will provide the thrill you're looking for this Hallow...
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...
22 Role Models for Girls That Will Empower Your Kids
Here are 22 role models for girls that any kid can look to for inspiration and motivation. ...
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...
Visit These Presidential Landmarks in the New York Area
UPDATED January 2020: Celebrate and honor our country this President’s Day by visiting some presiden...
Interesting Presidential Trivia Questions for Kids
Here are some fun and interesting president trivia questions for kids to get them interested in poli...
Shop Local at These Independent Toy Stores Around NYC
Here's a list of toy stores in and near NYC where you can do your last-minute holiday shopping....
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...
Indoor Play Spaces in the New York Area
Here's our guide to indoor play spaces, bounce houses, and sports centers in the New York area compl...
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...
Halloween Movies for Kids and Families
If your kids like a little spookiness along with their tricks and treats, this list of scary (but no...
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...
No-Carve Pumpkin Ideas for Kids
A list of no-carve pumpkin decor ideas that kids can do or help with to make your own Halloween deco...
Pumpkin-Inspired Recipes for the Family
It's pumpkin season, which means it's time for delicious breakfasts, dinners, and desserts made with...
Children's Bookstores Around New York City
Updated Aug. 28: You'll love these children's bookstores in NYC, Westchester County, Rockland County...
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...
10 Important Questions to Ask a Camp Director
Are your kids ready for overnight camp? More importantly, are you? The moms behind Mabel's Labels of...
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...
Thanksgiving Activities for Kids In Westchester and Rockland
Thanksgiving is all about spending time with loved ones and making memories and traditions that will...
Holiday Markets, Fairs, and Festivals in Rockland and Westchester
Check out this roundup of holiday markets, fairs, and festivals in Rockland and Westchester to find ...
7 Chocolate-Making Classes in Manhattan and Brooklyn
Make your own chocolate! These classes are great for kids and adult chocolate lovers....
1.1 Million NYC Students to Get Free Microsoft Office
Thanks to a new partnership between New York City Public Schools and Microsoft, all of NYC’s 1.1 mil...
Three Amped Up Super Bowl Snacks
Three recipes from Hampton Creek to up your Super Bowl snack game, including garlic spinach dip, sri...
The Crayola Experience, Where Everyone Is an Artist
Housed in a former crayon factory, the Crayola Experience in Easton, PA, offers many activities for ...
It’s Official: Childcare Now Costs More than Rent
A new research paper from the Economic Policy Institute (EPI) has confirmed that in most parts of th...
NYC Investigates Dangers of WiFi Baby Monitors
The Department of Consumers Affairs (DCA) in New York issued a warning against the security issues o...
In the Magazine: February 2016
Check out our February 2016 issue, which includes how to cope with your kid's first crush, a look at...
Three Taco Recipes for #TacoTuesday
Three vegan recipes from 'The Taco Cleanse: The Tortilla-Based Diet Proven to Change Your Life' to m...
The First-Ever Play Fair Debuts in NYC
Play Fair, hosted by the Toy Industry Association and LeftField Media, will be held at the Javits Ce...
New Performing Arts Center Opens in the Bergen-Rockland Area
Acting up Performing Arts Center opened on Jan. 24 in Rockland County....
Lego Introduces its First Disabled Figure
Lego introduced its first ever disabled figure....
Zika Virus - What You Need to Know
The Zika Virus has reached the United States. Here's what you need to know....
Barbie Gets a Makeover: Mattel Adds Three New Body Types
Barbie is receiving a makeover for the first time in 57 years. Toymaker Mattel will make the iconic ...
Hudson Highlands Nature Museum: Family Outing
Wildlife abounds at Hudson Highlands Nature Museum in Cornwall, NY. The nature center was founded in...
Startup Raising Money for First-Ever Self-Driving 'Smart' Stroller
One company is trying to raise funds for the first-ever “smart” stroller that drives itself....
Not Your Sister's Ballet Class
The School at Steps offers a For Boys Only (F.B.O.) class to boys ages 4-5 to introduce dance as a m...
Growing Pains: Surviving the Tumultuous Teen Years
This father shared how he was able to rekindle his relationship with his daughter as she navigated t...
How to Handle Your Child's First Crush
Do you remember the age of your first crush? What should you do when your kid has a childhood crush?...
Expert Advice for Parents on Children and Psychotherapy
Mental health professionals Michael O. Weiner, LCSW, and Les Paul Gallo-Silver, LCSW-R, BC-HSP, set ...
10 Educational Websites for Kids
Common Sense Media shares 10 educational websites for preschoolers, elementary school kids, and twee...
One Day University Welcomes Andrew Shatte and His Seminar on Raising a Resilient Child
Andrew Shatte will host a seminar at One Day University about how to raise a resilient child....
Camp Dilemma: The Reluctant Child
Your child exclaims she doesn't want to go back to camp, now what? We spoke to experts about how you...
NYC To Pay Bullied Girl’s Private School Tuition
In a landmark decision by the US Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit, New York City will pay for...
Outrageous Milkshakes are Taking New York City By Storm
Black Tap Craft Burgers & Beer's milkshakes are sure to be the most delicious and creative shakes yo...
NYC Students’ Weight Loss Affected by School Water Dispensers
Research shows that schools that have water jets in schools have lower obesity rates in children....
What Are the Benefits for Young Children Attending an International School?
International schools are a dependable way to provide children with a sense of global awareness. A p...
Kids' TV Must-Watch List: 2016 Edition
New and returning shows in 2016 for kids and teens, including a Lion King spin-off and an X-Files re...
Connecticut Mom Shares Heart-Wrenching Response to Son’s Bullies
MaryAnn Paris took to Facebook to defend son, Michael, against bullies....
Can Acupuncture Help My Child?
Acupuncture may be able to help alleviate some of your child's chronic conditions, including asthma,...
The American Museum of Natural History Debuts a New Dinosaur, the Titanosaur
The Titanosaur is now on display at the American Museum of Natural History. The dinosaur was discove...
How Can I Help My Child With Common Core Math?
Education expert, Dr. Emily Levy, helps parents navigate the complex world of Common Core math....
Orthodontics Practice Opens Two New Locations in New Canaan and Monroe
My Smile Orthodontics is extending its high quality practice with offices in New Canaan and Monroe....
Pre-K Enrollment Begins Jan. 25 in New York City
Pre-K enrollment in New York City starts Jan. 25. Are you ready?...
New Dance Center Opens in Nyack
So. Broadway Dance Company opened last September to bring the art of dance to Nyack residents. ...
NYC’s First German Dual Language Program Now Accepting Applications
P.S. 17 Hendy D. Woodworth in Williamsburg, is the city’s first German dual language program and is ...
Sand Tiger Shark Nursery Found in Long Island’s Great South Bay
Workers at the New York Aquarium have discovered a nursery ground for sand tiger sharks on Long Isla...
The Palisades Center Mall: A Rockland County Family Activity
The Palisades Center Mall in Rockland County offers enough kid-friendly activities to spend an entir...
'MTV’s 16 and Pregnant' Star Makes Controversial Statements About Going on ‘Dates’ With Son’
MTV's "16 and Pregnant" star posts controversial statements on Facebook about going on 'dates' with ...
Indoor Go-Karting Coming to Palisades Center Mall
Autobahn Indoor Speedway, indoor go-karting attraction, to open late Jan. or early Feb. at Palisades...
American Girl’s 2016 Girl of the Year™ Announced
2016's American Girl doll, Lea Clark, is here and ready for adventure!...
In the Magazine: January 2016
Check out our January 2016 issue, which includes how to bring out the genius in your kid, a look at ...
Hudson Valley Ski Resort Launches its 80th Season with New Feature and Festivities
Mt. Peter Ski Area is celebrating 80 years of snowy fun with a new tubing feature and a party for th...
NYC Schools Celebrate Lunar New Year
For the first time, New York City schools will be observing the Lunar New Year....
How To Bring Out the Genius In Your Kid
Every child has his or her own special strengths. Here’s how to focus on what makes your child uniqu...
Hearty Soup Recipes for Winter
Stay warm this winter with three delicious soup recipes from ‘The Blue Bloods Cookbook.’...
Indoor Play Spaces and Activities in Westchester, Rockland, Bergen, and Fairfield Counties
A roundup of indoor activities and play spaces in Rockland, Westchester, Bergen, and Fairfield count...
What Can Parents Do About Bullying?
As parents, we can sometimes feel hopeless when it comes to stopping bullying at school. Here's what...
Why Do You Love Your Hometown? #NYMP Contest
Win FREE family memberships to great area attractions, such as Legoland Westchester, the Children's ...
Advice From a Young Girl on How to Follow Your Dreams
Carrie Berk teaches us how to follow our dreams and live with passion and purpose....
Does Advocating for Your Child With Special Needs Make You a Bully?
Is a mom who ceaselessly pushes for her child, who hounds the school with emails and questions a bul...
New Study: Differences in Family Income Affect How Parents Raise Their Children
According to a recent report in The New York Times covering a new Pew Research Center survey, family...
How Can I Help My ADHD Child Succeed in School?
Help your ADHD child thrive academically with these strategies. ...
