If you've lived in the urban jungle long enough, it's easy to wonder whether you'd know what to do if you got lost in a forest. Could you find your way to safety if you got swept away by a river's current? What would you pack if you only had a few minutes to evacuate when a disaster strikes? Answers to these questions and more can be learned with a visit to Survival: The Exhibition, a new exhibit at the New York Hall of Science.

Read on for all the details and how to score tickets to the timed-entry exhibit, which not only teaches life lessons but also builds STEM skills and even includes a ropes course and zip line.

Big things are happening at the Children's Museum of Manhattan. The museum we already love for so many reasons has opened two new exhibits in the past six weeks, including the just-introduced Superpowered Metropolis: Early Learning City, which debuted over the weekend.

The exhibit takes over the ground floor space, bringing to life a trio of super-hero inspired pigeons who are ready to lead the institution's youngest visitors on an interactive, city-inspired journey meant to build early learning lessons and set them up for success in school and beyond.

Read on for an introduction to the new feathered friends, Zip, Zap, and Zoom and to learn more about this exhibit that's big fun for little kids and their grownups.

Toys R Us is back in Houston and kids can now live out their dreams playing with just about every toy in the store at the new hands-on concept. After closing all locations in 2018, the new version of the store re-opened inside The Galleria Houston in December 2019. The re-imagined Toys R Us features interactive areas where kids can try out the toys available for purchase. While not every single toy is available for play, the store is broken up into sections for kids to explore different types of toys and play until their heart's content. Visiting the store is the perfect way to entertain your kids indoors and let them blow off some steam during a day of shopping. 

Got a STEM-loving Connecticut kiddo? At these math, computer, and science summer camps across Connecticut, kids ranging in age from preschoolers to teens will have a chance to learn STEM principles, including modeling a coral reef, designing and printing 3-D objects, to powering a circuit using solar energy, and more. They keep problem-solving skills sharp over the summer, but for kids, these hands-on science camps are just plain fun.

Check out these STEM summer camps across the state, or take a look at our extensive Summer Camp Guide and Summer Camp Directory for tons of options fit for all interests, including affordable Connecticut camps and sleepway camps.

Think you know mini golf? Just when you thought you knew all you needed to know about this classic game, along comes glow-in-the-dark mini golf: indoor miniature golf, lit with black lights. It's a whole new twist, and it works day or night, rain or shine, little kid or teen. We found five cool spots near Los Angeles that crank up the day glow effects to set the stage for mini golfers. Wear plenty of white or clothes with glow-in-the-dark designs and take the family to one of these luminous, eye-popping destinations that can rescue a dull afternoon, or maybe set the stage for a great birthday party.

Got a STEM-savvy Boston kiddo? At these science, computer, math, and design-focused summer camps across Massachusetts, kids ranging in age from preschoolers to teens will have a chance to learn STEM principles, from programming drones, Minecraft modding, marine biology, and more. They keep problem-solving skills sharp over the summer, but for kids, these hands-on science camps are just plain fun.

Check out these STEM summer camps across the state, or take a look at our extensive Boston Summer Camp Guide and Summer Camp Directory for tons of options fit for all interests, including affordable Boston camps and sleepway camps.

Find more great summer camp options for your Massachusetts kids in our Camp Guide and Directory of Listings, which is searchable by interest, age, or location.

With hundreds of miles of riding trails in Philadelphia and the surrounding suburbs, there are so many places to learn to ride a horse in the Philly area. Riding is an exhilarating experience, a surprisingly good workout and teaches children responsibility and self-confidence. Regardless of experience, young horse lovers can find some great lessons and summer camp experiences.

Looking for some other class or camp ideas for your children? Check out our Philly Classes Guide and Camps Guide.

When school doors close for the summer, camp doors open wide, and kids across Long Island gear up for new adventures and experiences. Camp should be fun, and families have so many great choices in Suffolk County. Whether you have a first-timer or a seasoned camper, parents want to make the right choice for their kids. We're here to help with our list of the best camps for canoeing, sports, art, learning, and most of all, having a blast. 

These Suffolk camps offer activities and events to keep kids happy all summer. Different camps offer different amenities and programs, including half- and full-day options, door-to-door transportation, and travel programs for older campers. Many camps hold open-house events and tours, so bring your kids and pick the one that suits your needs.

We've also got our picks for great Nassau County summer camps. For more summer camp ideas, check out our Long Island Summer Camps Guide and our directory of LI camps.