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Cookeez Makery is one of the hottest new toys of 2024!

Holiday Gift Guide 2024: Hottest Toys and Christmas Gifts for Kids

The coolest gifts & hottest toys of the season.

Christmas Activities and Holiday Fun for Kids

Find the best gifts, trips, and holiday crafts for kids this holiday season.

Get gooey for Slime Day! Make your own at home, or get that goop out of your house at a local slime museum. Photo by Kylie Williams

Slime Day, Llama Day, and More Holidays & Activities for December 2024 (Like Christmas!)

December is the month of Llama Day and Walt Disney Day!

Make memories to last a lifetime at the all-inclusive Beaches Turks and Caicos.

42 Warm and Sunny Family Winter Vacation Ideas in the US and Abroad

Check out these great warm-weather destinations for your next family vacation.

How many of these trivia questions can your little brainiac answer? Photo by J. Fanchin, courtesy of Canva

100 Trivia Questions for Kids - With Answers!

These fun trivia questions about sports, Disney movies, animals, and more will tickle your kids'...

What Should I Do Today?

We've got suggestions for every mood and interest!

How should parents navigate children’s exposure to technology?

My Unpopular Opinion: Kids Shouldn’t Have Cell Phones

There are many good reasons to hold off on getting kids a cell phone.

Learn some random fun facts that will leave your kids laughing. Photo by Sara Marentette

125 Fun Facts For Kids That Will Blow Their Minds

An apple is a rose, your nose always grows, and more mind-blowing fun facts!

Test your family's knowledge with this fun list of Are You Smarter Than a Fifth Grader questions.

100 Are You Smarter Than a Fifth Grader Questions

How many of these Are You Smarter Than a Fifth Grader questions can your family answer correctly?

Printable word search puzzles are a great way to keep little brains engaged.

Printable Word Puzzles for Kids: Great Sites for Word Searches, Crosswords, & Word Scrambles

These printable word searches, crosswords, and other word puzzles are fun and engaging for kids.

Would you rather drink hot chocolate or chocolate milk? Photo by the author

100 Best 'Would You Rather' Questions for Clever Kids

Quiz your friends with these brainteaser questions!

Have sweet dreams of all the free baby stuff you'll get. Photo by Garrett Jackson courtesy of Unsplash

How to Get Free Baby Stuff: Free Diapers, Formula, Baby Gear, and More

There are lots of places to get free baby stuff such as diapers, formula, toys, and more.

These boredom-busting activities turn a stuck-at-home day into a lasting memory.

75 Indoor Activities for Kids on a Rainy Day

Turn a stuck-at-home day into a lasting memory.

The Saguaro in Palm Springs, California, beckons families with its pool and more.

Guide to Family-Friendly Resorts & Hotels

Kid-friendly lodging with fun perks for families, including great locations, deals, and amenities.

All you need for Crazy Hair Day are some cupcake baking cups! Photo by the author

Easy School Spirit Week Ideas: Crazy Hair Day, Anything But a Backpack Day, and Beyond

These easy ideas are perfect for when your kid forgot to tell you it's Spirit Week!

Join Dairy Queen's Blizzard Fan Club and enjoy a free birthday Blizzard! Photo courtesy of Sunny Daze and Dairy Queen

Birthday Freebies for Kids: 64 Places To Get Free Stuff on Your Birthday

So many spots have deals to celebrate your kid's next birthday for FREE!

Timber Ridge Lodge in Geneva, Wisconsin features both an indoor water park and outdoor pools.

Best Family Resorts with Water Parks: All-Inclusive Family Resorts and More

Make a splash at one of these great wet-and-wild family resorts.

Photo of girl laughing by Amina Filkins via Pexels

Jokes for Kids and More Humor for Kids: The Funny Pages

Being a kid is tough, and silly, funny jokes can brighten the day.

Teachers have found inspiring ways to be there for our kids. Here are some ways to show our appreciation. Photo by Yan Krukov, Pexels

Happy Teacher Appreciation Week 2024: Teacher Appreciation Gifts They’ll Love

We appreciate teachers more than ever! Here's how to show it.

A water park, beach activities, and more await at Coconut Bay's all-inclusive resort in St. Lucia.

Best All-Inclusive Resorts in the US, Caribbean, and Mexico for Kids

These all-inclusive resorts offer everything you need for the perfect family vacation.

Family Travel Guide

The very best kid-friendly vacation destinations for making memories.

Kids love these jokes that require audience participation. Photo by Jay Wood via Flickr, CC BY-NC-ND 2.0

25 Funny Knock Knock Jokes for Kids With Growing Funny Bones

Who doesn't love interrupting cow?

Unicorn parties never go out of style! Photo by Malcolm Garrett/Pexels

100 Popular Kids' Birthday Party Themes for Every Age and Interest

Find the perfect theme for your child's birthday party!

Creating a baking soda volcano is a classic science experiment for kids. Photo by Sara Marentette Nighswander

67 Easy Science Experiments for Kids To Do at Home

Execute mind-blowing science experiments with stuff you have around the house.

Go ahead. Hand them the iPad; these websites for kids are fun and at least a little educational. Photo courtesy of Bigstock

100 Great Websites for Kids

We found 100 websites that are both fun and educational.

Belize is the perfect tropical vacation destination for families.

Belize Family Travel Guide: Where to Stay, Best Resorts and Top Things to Do with Kids in Belize

Belize is the perfect hidden-gem vacation spot in the Caribbean for families.

Guide to Kids' Birthday Parties and Birthday Party Ideas

Hoe to throw a party your kids will never forget!

Photo of girl laughing by Amina Filkins via Pexels

Jokes for Kids and More Humor for Kids: The Funny Pages

Being a kid is tough, and silly, funny jokes can brighten the day.

Toys make perfect first birthday gifts for budding toddlers! But which ones? We've got you covered.

Best First Birthday Gifts: Toys and More for 1-Year-Olds

We've got the best first birthday gift ideas for a special 1-year-old in your life.

Get a sunscreen they won't mind slathering on! Babyganics Mineral Sunscreen Lotion image courtesy of the company

Reef-Safe Sunscreen for Kids: Protecting Their Skin and the Planet

What makes a sunscreen reef-safe, plus top picks for the best sunscreens.

Skip the candy and the plastic that ends up in a landfill with these creative goody bag and party favor ideas. Photo courtesy of Hannah Rodrigo/Unsplash

Unique Goody Bag and Party Favor Ideas for Kids' Birthday Parties

Take your little one's goody bag from basic to brag-worthy.

Being a dad is one of the two best jobs on earth. Photo courtesy of the City of Fort Collins, Colorado

Preparing for Fatherhood: Parenting Tips From Our Favorite Dads

In a word: P-A-T-I-E-N-C-E.

Photo by Liz Baill

Crafts & Games Guide: 100s of Activities for Kids

Indoor activities, games, and online fun to keep kids busy during the pandemic.

Kids can play these daily word games alone or with a friend. Photo by Sara Marentette

7 Games Like Wordle for Kids: Daily Word Games Online

Find the perfect word game for kids of all ages and reading levels.

Sea otters really don't want to get lost! Photo courtesy Joe Robertson/CC BY 2.0

50 Fun Animal Facts For Kids You Won't Believe

Fun facts to inspire your future biologist.

These questions to ask grandparents help kids get to know their favorite people a little better.

101 Questions To Ask Grandparents About Their Lives

These questions help kids get to know their favorite people – and some family history.

It's time to plan the ultimate Bluey birthday party!

Bluey Birthday Party Ideas: Bluey Birthday Cake, Games, and More

Give kids their dream Bluey birthday party with these tips, tricks, and ideas.

Adorable? Yes. Useful? No way. Babies don't need shoes.

Deinfluencing Your Baby Registry: Baby Products You Totally Don’t Need

Leave these baby products off your registry and you'll thank us later.

Starface's star-shaped pimple patches make kids look and feel awesome while dealing with pimples.

Best Teen Skincare and Pimple Patches Kids Are Obsessed With—From a Teen!

From celeb creations to an old standby, find out what skincare kids love.

Kudos diapers use four times more plant-based materials than competing brands. Photo courtesy of Shark Tank Products

Best Diaper Subscriptions in 2023: Amazon, Honest, and More

These diaper subscriptions will save you money and bring you peace of mind.

It's up to kids to save our planet, with a little guidance from us. Photo by Ron Lach from Pexels

Earth Kids: Green Activities for the Planet

Easy and fun ways to make every day Earth Day.

There are so many fun ways to reuse your Imperfect Foods boxes. Photo courtesy of Imperfect Foods

How To Get Free Stuff, Save Money, and Reduce Waste

Be kind to the Earth and your wallet with these 12 ideas for reducing waste and saving money.

Grab your list and head out for a scavenger hunt with the kids!

Indoor and Outdoor Scavenger Hunt Ideas for Kids - Plus Cute Printables!

Print out one of these scavenger hunts for a quick and fun boredom buster!

Now we can send you articles about things to do in your neighborhood that match your interests!

Mommy Poppins' New Web App and Notifications Are the Easiest Way To Find Fun Things To Do

Say goodbye to FOMO with our new notifications.

Walking, talking, grabbing, holding, smiling, laughing... it's all coming. But when? Photo by Tatiana Syrikova, via Pexels

Developmental Milestones for Babies in the First Year

When it comes to baby milestones, there's a wide range for normal!

One top tip is getting kids involved from the planning stage, and they'll want to help cook! Photo by Brooke Lark, via Pexels

Family Dinner Secrets from Savvy Parents: Weekly Menu Planners and Meal Planning Made Easy

#10 is a game changer!

Just one kid composting can save 400 pounds of food waste a year. So yes, one kid can make a difference! Photo by Maureen Wilkey

Climate Change: How One Kid (You) Can Take Action

Kids of any age can be part of the solution and make a real difference.

When kids are bored, bored, bored, it's handy to have a whole list of fun things to do. Photo by Mommy Poppins

"I’m Bored, What Should I Do?" 100 Things To Do When Kids Are Bored

How about the laundry or dishes? No? We've got 100 truly fun ideas.

There's nothing like a delicious cup of hot chocolate on a cold day. Photo courtesy of Cotton Bro Studios

Hot Chocolate Recipes Kids Adore

Kick your hot chocolate up a notch with one of these delicious recipes.

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Top Types of Parenting Styles from Gentle Parenting to Tiger Mom: Which Is Best?

Finding parenting styles that fit your personality is a bit like finding your tribe.

Disney turns 100 and there will be celebrations from coast to coast. Photo courtesy of Disneyland

20 Family-Friendly Openings We're Looking Forward to in 2023

From Mario to Barbie, plus wet and wild Bert & Ernie and more!

How about a birthday celebration at a local park for free! Photo by Antonius Ferret vis Pexels

Free Activities, Events, Classes, and Camps for Kids

Because the best things in life are free!

It's easier than you'd think to turn a simple paper lunch bag into a festive piñata!

How To Make a Piñata at Home: Easy Paper Bag Piñatas

Bursting with fun (and candy), this easy craft can help you celebrate any occasion.

Learn some random fun facts that will leave your kids laughing. Photo by Sara Marentette

125 Fun Facts For Kids That Will Blow Their Minds

An apple is a rose, your nose always grows, and more mind-blowing fun facts!

Trader Joe's how do I love thee? Let me count the ways: for being inexpensive, gourmet and friendly.

The Best Trader Joe's Food for Families: 50 Favorite Products and Reader's Tips

Discover your new favorite product!

Snuggle up with one of these beloved bedtime stories for kids. Photo courtesy of Bigstock

41 Best Bedtime Stories for Kids, Including Free Bedtime Stories Online

There's no need to count sheep when you read these great stories together.

Screen time doesn't have to be a solo activity with these fun, free online games for kids to play with friends.

20 Free Online Games For Kids to Play Together

Kids can play with friends even when they're miles apart with these fun, free online games.

Take a spin around the lazy river at Mandalay Bay.

Las Vegas, Nevada: 50 Awesome Things To Do in Vegas with Kids

What happens in Vegas will live on in your family vacation memories!

SingleCare offers major savings on more than 10,000 prescription drugs through its free app.

This App Offers Up to 80% Off the Whole Family’s Prescription Meds–Here’s My SingleCare Review

And prices are often lower than an insurance copay.

The outdoors are a natural playground for curious kids.

Top Outdoor Activities for Kids

Find outdoor activities, games, and trips for all ages.

Remember getting your first Cabbage Patch Kid? Photo by Charlotte B

100 Classic Toys for Kids: Favorite Classic Toys, Retro Toys, and Vintage Toys

Ready for a trip down memory lane?

Photo by Leah Kelley via Pexels

The Ultimate Road Trip Guide for Families

Prepare for miles of smiles.

Are you brave enough for some of these spooky ghost stories?

21 Kid-Friendly Ghost Stories and Spooky Stories for Kids

If you're planning a camping trip with the kids—whether it's in the forest or backyard...

A perfectly packed lunchbox helps kick the school blues. Photo courtesy of www.YumboxLunch.com

100 School Lunch Ideas for Kids: Back-to-School Lunches Kids Will Actually Eat

A lunchbox doesn't have to contain a sandwich!

Revel in the dirty hands! Outdoor activities help kids sleep better and jumpstarts their imaginations.

30 Outdoor Activities in Nature for Kids for Hands-on Outdoor Learning

Have fun in nature and get your hands dirty in the great outdoors.

Rent a gorgeous backyard pool like this for your family for an hour or a day. Photo courtesy of Swimply

Resort Passes and Daily Pool Rentals Near You: Family Resort Daycations for Everyone

A magical family pool day is just a click away.

Alphabet Soup. Photo courtesy of foodwithfeeling

100 Top Easy Recipes for Kids: Kid-Friendly Recipes for Every Meal

Look no further for breakfast, lunch, or dinner inspiration.

Gather 'round the campfire and sing some fun songs. Photo courtesy of the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation

21 Classic and Funny Campfire Songs for Any Camping Trip

Gather around the campfire and sing some of these catchy tunes.

These funny jokes for kids will have them laughing in no time!

75 Jokes for Kids That Will Keep the Whole Family in Giggles

Everyone can get into the gag with easy-to-remember jokes for kids.

Things like having a children's museum with a view like this make it easy to leave your heart in San Francisco. Photo courtesy of the Bay Area Discovery Museum

Mommy Poppins Launches in Miami and the San Francisco Bay Area

Please welcome the newest members of the Mommy Poppins family!

Kids can give parents tickets if they forget to turn off the water to soap hands or brush teeth!

17 Tricks For How Kids Can Conserve Water: Make Water Conservation Fun

Let kids lead the charge in being water-wise!

A zip line and more await at Portland's Eagle's Nest Treehouse. Photo courtesy of julian@hipcamp

12 Family-Friendly Tree House Rentals to Delight Their Imaginations

These cozy tree house rentals will wow the whole family.

Did you know a pillow fight is a great way to get proprioceptive input? Photo by Mommy Poppins

99 Sensory Activities for Toddlers, Infants, and Kids of All Ages

Our giant list of fun sensory activities for nearly all ages.

Find a bare patch of soil to place your seed bomb. Spread them far and wide! Photo by the author

How to Make Wildflower Seed Bombs: An Earth-Friendly Craft for Kids

Get messy, have fun, and help the planet!

The Outdoor Play Plaza at Greensboro Children's Museum in North Carolina.

The Best Children’s Museums in the US: Museums Worth Planning a Vacation Around

Did your favorite children's museum make the list?

Enjoy stunning views of the Thames River.

London With Kids: 60+ Best Things To Do in London on a UK Family Vacation

Our best of London picks include everything from pirate ships to princesses' palaces.

How does your garden grow? Photo by Filip Urban, Unsplash

Create a Pollinator Garden in Your Home or Apartment: Planting a Butterfly Garden or Bee Garden with Kids

Create a pollinator garden that the birds, bees, and butterflies will love.

Taco Tuesday makes meal planning easy and dinner kid-pleasing.

Taco Tuesday: The Only 5 Taco Recipes You’ll Ever Need

Get a delicious dinner on the table in under 30 minutes.

Enjoy the clear turquoise waters of Turks and Caicos.

Why Ocean Club Resort Turks and Caicos Is Tops on Our Family Vacation List

Get away to this lush Caribbean retreat that the whole fam will enjoy.

Watch as kids become entranced by a live show. Photo by Alexis Buatti Ramos, courtesy of the New Victory Theater

Best Children’s Theaters in the US: Why Bringing Young Kids to the Theater Is So Important

Go early, go often: where to find live theater for kids near you.

Our guide to living a more earth-friendly life.

Celebrate Earth Day! 25 Tips for Living More Sustainably Every Day

Our guide to living a more earth-friendly life.

Plan the perfect at-home kids' birthday party with these ideas and tips. Photo by Kampus Production via Pexels

How to Plan a Kids' Birthday Party At Home

Throw the perfect at-home birthday bash with these fun ideas and tips.

A water park, beach activities, and more await at Coconut Bay's all-inclusive resort in St. Lucia.

Best All-Inclusive Resorts in the US, Caribbean, and Mexico for Kids

These all-inclusive resorts offer everything you need for the perfect family vacation.

We found plenty of things to do in Paris to fill our days and nights!

50 Fun Things To Do in Paris with Kids

The City of Lights has its own stripe of kid fun, one that is gratifying to parents and children.

Children are natural advocates for the planet and our actions truly can make a difference.

New Earth Kids Guide and Newsletter to Share Activities for a Greener Planet

Let's educate and engage a generation of children as advocates.

Abracadabra! These videos teach kids how to do magic at home! Photo by Amina Filkins/Pexels

20 Easy Magic Tricks for Kids

Make coins disappear, spoons bend, and glasses levitate!

Try wrapping your tongue around a few of these tantalizing twisters! Photo courtesy of Saeed Karimi via Unsplash

Tons of Totally Terrific Tongue Twisters for Kids, Tweens, and Teens

Can you say "toy boat" five times fast?

Create colorful storm clouds out of shaving cream and food coloring.

25 Preschool Science Experiments: Simple Science for Toddlers through Kindergarten Kids

These preschool science experiments are simple and fun.

Science experiments and STEM activities for kids entrance children with their

Guide to Science Experiments for Kids and Fun STEM Activities

Easy experiments and activities to have fun and learn something new.

The outdoors are a natural playground for curious kids.

Top Outdoor Activities for Kids

Find outdoor activities, games, and trips for all ages.

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Easy Recipes for Kids

Simple but delicious recipes for families.

Need a kids' music playlist that will get you dancing, eating, and even learning state capitals? We found a playlist for every occasion.

22 Free Kids' Music Playlists for Breakfast through Bedtime

Keep these kid-friendly tunes on heavy rotation from morning to night.

Have a Post-it party! Easy but fun games for toddlers can be made with household items.

Easy Toddler Games: 20 Ways to Entertain Toddlers When You’re Too Sick to Play

Entertain your toddler with minimal effort.

The Muppet Show never goes out of style. Photo courtesy of Disney Enterprise, Inc.

100 Best Kids' TV Shows of All Time

Did your favorite kids' TV show make the list?

The Light We Feel Inside encourages children to look to Black female changemakers of the past as guides for their biggest feelings.

21 Kids' Books About Racism, By Age

Books can help parents and kids wade through a difficult time and complex issue.

It's so important for kids to see themselves on the pages of books.

30+ Children's Books to Celebrate Black History Month

Celebrate Black History month by diversifying your home library.

Photo courtesy of Language Workshop for Children

10 Online Language Classes and Clubs for Kids

Can kids learn a foreign language online? Mais, oui!

Milo Imagines the World, by Matt de la Peña was one of our favorite books of the year.

The Very Best of 2021 for Kids and Families: The Books, Movies, Shows, and More Our Kids Adored

Here are the best movies, TV shows, books, and more of 2021.

Try a little freeze dancing, robot style! Photo courtesy of Pavel Danilyuk via Pexels

30 Exercise Games and Indoor Activities to Get Kids Moving

These easy indoor exercise ideas get everyone moving, laughing, and tired out.

The internet is full of coding programs for kids, but which are the best? We tested them all. Photo courtesy of Kodable

Best Free Coding for Kids Websites and Apps to Learn Programming Skills

These programs teach kids how to code, build websites and apps, and more.

Long car rides don't have to be boring!

Fun Ways to Keep Kids Busy on Road Trips

Ward off "Are we there yet?" with these car games and other fun road trip activities.

Kids gobble up broccoli when it's smothered in cheese sauce. Photo courtesy of butterwithasideofbread.com

20 Vegetarian Recipes Your Picky Kids Will Love

These vegetarian recipes are so good, your family will eat them even when it's not Meatless Monday!

City Family Guides: Play, Eat and Stay in Great Towns

Vacations on the beach are lovely, but you won't find much culture there, unless it's between the...

Find a new favorite children's book with these reading lists.

Best Kids' Books: A Guide to Great Reads

Find the best kids' books for any age and every interest. We've reviewed new graphic novels...

Selfies are fun, but make sure kids know how to be cell phone safe and smart. Photo courtesy of Kampus Productions, Pexels

How To Set Limits on a Kids’ New Cell Phone

These tips from savvy parents help set rules that keep kids safe.

Mexican Instant Pot Quinoa warms on a chilly night.

10 Easy Instant Pot Recipes for Weeknight Dinners

Easy recipes that get dinner on the table in an instant.

For Grandparents' Day or any day, the best gift is more time with grandkids! Photo courtesy of Canva

50 Fun Activities for Grandparents To Do with Kids: For Grandparents' Day and Every Day

Loads of fun for grandkids (and grandparents) of all ages.

Make the day special by letting your kid call the shots!

30+ Free Ways to Celebrate Your Kid's Birthday at Home

Make your kid's birthday special with these creative, no-cost ideas.

Homeschool & Online Learning Resources for Families

We'll help you navigate a complex school year with these tools and resources.

Ride the San Diego Zoo Skyfari. Photo courtesy of Christina Simmons, for the San Diego Zoo.

The Best Zoos in the US: Take Your Kids on a Family Animal Adventure

Want to feed a flamingo or pet a wallaby? We know just where to go.

Find a new children's book to read today. Photo by Jody Mercier

100 Kids' Books Every Child Should Read Before They Grow Up

Our top kids' books for all ages!

Walk the rocks at Fort Williams for views of Portland Head Light and the waves.

Portland, ME with Kids: 50 Best Things To Do in Portland, Maine

Find out about all the favorite kid spots in Portland!

The Water's Edge Resort and Spa in Connecticut offers the beach and so much more. Photo courtesy the resort

Our Favorite New England Hotels for Families

These resorts offer all the right perks for kid travelers.

Prepare yourself for the awesomeness of Baha Mar. Photo courtesy the resort

Baha Bay at Baha Mar: A Luxury Water Park Opens in the Bahamas

This Bahamas resort stuns with a new water park, many pools, and activities.

With Bestow, get a personalized term life insurance quote—no medical exam required—in as little as five minutes.

Finally a Fast and Easy Way to Complete the Most Avoided Parental Chore

Get a free term life insurance quote in 5 minutes.

The Saguaro in Palm Springs, California, beckons families with its pool and more.

Guide to Family-Friendly Resorts & Hotels

Kid-friendly lodging with fun perks for families, including great locations, deals, and amenities.

Seattle is the city of the Space Needle, Puget Sound, miles of green, and loads of family-friendly fun.

35 Awesome Things To Do in Seattle with Kids

See flying fish, the Pig, a gum wall, and more in the Emerald City.

Families can get their groove on with these easy TikTok dances.

Best Easy TikTok Dances for Kids and Families to Try

Dip your toes into TikTok with these family-friendly moves.

Playing card games is not only fun, social, and educational; it gets kids off screens!

25 Card Games Every Kid Should Know

Spit, Spoon, Snap ... and even some games that don't start with "S."

Guide to Online and Virtual Family Fun

Find fun online classes, entertainment, and activities.

Cypress Springs Water Park at Gaylord Palms Resort has the perfect lazy river for families to enjoy together. Photo courtesy of the resort

12 Best Hotel Water Parks in Orlando

For the ideal Orlando vacation, just add water!

Keep babies occupied with highchair activities at their own baby activity center.

Turn a Highchair into a Baby Activity Center with These Ideas

These no cost, no mess activities give parents a little break.

Climb to the highest point in Tennessee at Clingmans Dome in Great Smoky Mountains National Park.

70 Fun Things To Do in Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge, Tennessee with Kids

Visit a mega theme park and one of the country's most gorgeous national parks in the same trip.

SeaWorld Orlando theme park, zoo and aquarium offers exciting rides and roller coasters, up-close animal encounters. Photo by the author

100 Best Things To Do in Orlando with Kids Before They Grow Up (Other than Theme Parks)

Check out the ultimate things to do in Orlando with kids — including attractions...

Dessert charcutterie boards, like this S'mores Board, delight kids and parents alike.

The Most Irresistible Dessert Board Recipes for Kids

These easy desserts have a little something for everyone.

Build trains, cars, houses, and creatures with cardboard boxes!

50 Genius Things to Do with Cardboard Boxes, Plus More Cardboard Crafts and Activities for Kids

Turn empty boxes into cool race tracks, costumes, and playhouses!

A water park, beach activities, and more await at Coconut Bay's all-inclusive resort in St. Lucia.

Best All-Inclusive Resorts in the US, Caribbean, and Mexico for Kids

These all-inclusive resorts offer everything you need for the perfect family vacation.

Sleep in a spaceship at the Area 55 Futuro House. Photo courtesy of Airbnb

The Coolest (Affordable) California Vacation Rentals for Families

Sleep in a spaceship or treehouse on your next family vacation.

A coat of paint turns a simple plate into a work of art.

30 Easy Paper Crafts for Kids

Transform a simple paper product into animals, flowers, crowns, and more.

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Boredom Busters for Kids

Find crafts for kids, games, and more projects to spark kids' imaginations!

Use recyclables and household objects to build a better bridge.

25 STEM Activities Easy Enough for Preschoolers

DIY projects for your smallest tinkerers, explorers, and scientists.

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Adirondacks and the Catskills

Fun for families in the Catskills and Adirondacks.

See the skyline from a whole new vantage point on the Roosevelt Island Tram. Photo courtesy of NYCGo

100 Things To Do in NYC With Kids Before They Grow Up

This is our NYC kids bucket list. How many have you checked off?

Climb Monument Mountain for panoramic views of the Berkshires. Photo courtesy of Massachusetts Office of Travel & Tourism

25 Things To Do in the Berkshires with Kids

See a Shaker village, climb a mountain, or listen to Bish Bash Falls on a Berkshires getaway.

Hike the Appalachian Trail—72 miles are n New Jersey! Photo courtesy of Visit NJ

100 Things To Do in New Jersey With Kids Before They Grow Up

Consider this your childhood bucket list for New Jersey kids. How many have you done?

Visit LACMA's Levitated Mass. Photo by Joey Zanetti

100 Things To Do in Los Angeles Before Kids Grow Up

It's the ultimate LA childhood bucket list!

The Skydeck at Willis Tower has spectacular views spanning four states.

100 Best Things To Do in Chicago with Kids Before They Grow Up

This is our Windy City bucket list for kids. How many have you checked off?

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Discover the perfect gift for every age, interest, and occasion.

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Best First Birthday Gifts: Toys and More for 1-Year-Olds

We've got the best first birthday gift ideas for a special 1-year-old in your life.

The KidKraft Wooden Train Set & Table is hours of creative fun that grows with your kids.

Best Toddler Gifts: Toys, Books, and More for 2- & 3-year-olds

These awesome toddler gifts will be a hit with any 2- or 3-year-old.

There are tons of creative ways to use Magna-Tiles, like playing matching games or making your own marble runs. Photo courtesy of Magna Tile

Best Gifts and Toys for 4- & 5-Year-Olds: Top Birthday Gift Ideas for Preschoolers

Look no further for the perfect (unique) gift for the preschooler in your life.

Suspend Family is a game the whole family can play. Photo courtesy of the Melissa & Doug Toy Company

Gift Guide to the Best Toys & Gifts for Kids, 5-Year-Olds to 9-Year-Olds

Find the perfect gift for your favorite grade-schooler.

The Licensed Land Rover Ride On Car Toy is one of the coolest ride on toys for kids.

Best Kids' Ride On Toys for Kids of All Ages for a Gift That Will WOW

Kids will be riding in style in these awesome toys for all ages.

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Visiting Dollywood with Kids: Everything You Need to Know

Dollywood offers rides, shows, food, and fun for the whole family. READ MORE

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Florida Family Travel Guide

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With tons of attractions, the Old Port of Montreal is a great first stop on a family trip to Montreal, Canada.

Montreal with Kids: 25 Best Things to do in Montreal, Canada

Enjoy European charm much closer to home in this family-friendly Canadian city. READ MORE

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