13 Great Fall Day Trips from Philly for Families

The "Christmas City" of Bethlehem is magical in the fall as well. Photo courtesy of the city

With the upcoming start of fall, Philly families have a great opportunity to get out and enjoy the surroundings in what is clearly the most colorful season of the year. All across the region, scarecrow competitions, autumnal exhibits, and outdoor adventures allow visitors to embrace the season. Whether by way of garden, train, river, or mountainous vista, there are lots of great family-friendly fall day trip options in the Philadelphia area! 

For more ideas to fill your fall days as a family, check out our Guide to Fall Fun in Philly.

Not Your Average Playspace: Imaginology Kids Is Where Kids Learn While Playing

Little girl playing in the water lab. Photo by Kylie Williams

Every time we post a poll or suggestions question on our Instagram and Facebook pages, one name keeps popping up: Imaginology Kids. 

Where’s the best place for a kids' birthday party? Imaginology Kids. Where is a great place to send the kids to summer day camp? Imaginology Kids. Where is a great spot for free play during the week? Imaginology Kids. I’ve seen it so many times that I knew I had to visit with my crew. And what a visit it was! I'm breaking down everything you need to know about one of the coolest playspaces for kids in Los Angeles.

Check out our list of recommendations if you are looking for other great indoor spaces to play, the best playspaces in LA, and museums for kids in LA

 

100 Are You Smarter Than a Fifth Grader Questions

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

Are you smarter than a fifth grader? You may be, but are your kids? Find out with these fun trivia questions!

Do your kids love learning and testing their knowledge? Are you looking for a fun and educational way to spend time together as a family?

Look no further. We've compiled a fantastic list of Are You Smarter Than a Fifth Grader questions that will challenge your little ones and bring out their inner scholars. From history, geography, and math to animals, nature, and science, these questions are perfect for kids from first through fifth grade.

Once your kiddos have tackled these 100 Are You Smarter Than a Fifth Grader questions, challenge them further with our list of 100 trivia questions for kids. Then find even more brain boosters in our Boredom Busters for Kids guide.

5 Important Questions About Back-to-School Answered By Experts

The pediatric experts at Connecticut Children’s are sharing timely tips in their free 2024 Back to School Toolkit.

On top of buying the right notebooks and packing the correct pencils, we all want to make sure our kids are physically and emotionally prepared for a happy and healthy school year. But never did I consider back-to-school concerns like the impact of AI on my kids’ learning, asthma safety, or recovery from common sports injuries.

Luckily, the experts at Connecticut Children’s have, and they’re sharing all their timely tips in their free 2024 Back to School Toolkit. As always, the comprehensive kit provides straight-forward, age-appropriate advice from leading pediatric specialists who are 100% dedicated to kids’ mental health, sports performance, health and safety, and social justice issues.

Here are five questions to ask this back-to-school season, plus answers and advice from the pros:

Unique Behind-the-Scenes Tours in NYC for Families

A visit to the Museum of Broadway highlights props, costumes, and personalities who make the Great White Way shine.

There are tons of wonderful tours in New York City that give families an unforgettable experience. But, who doesn’t love to peek behind the curtain for an inside scoop? From stepping into famous pizza kitchens to exclusive looks behind the scenes of a favorite Broadway show, these behind-the-scenes tours in NYC offer a treasure trove of adventures to spark curiosity and excitement, while giving you and your kids some street cred!

So, grab your calendar and start planning an adventure to one of these behind-the-scenes New York City tours. We've got more splurge-worthy experiences for families on this list of over-the-top NYC experiences for kids.

Guide to Visiting the Tuckerton Seaport Museum with Kids

The Jersey Shore's Tuckerton Seaport Museum celebrates the region's nautical heritage. Photo by Lisa Warden

The Tuckerton Seaport Museum bills itself as a showcase for New Jersey's coastal culture, and my family and I had a great time visiting it this summer. The Jersey Shore institution offers boat rides, creek tours, a nature trail, a lighthouse, an old fishing village, and crafting. 

When I first looked at the website before visiting, I thought it would be for older children, but my kids ages 2, 6, and 8, were all happy with the visit because it offers activities that will appeal to a variety of ages.

Read on for everything you need to know before visiting the Tuckerton Seaport Museum, and check out our roundup of 70 Things To Do at the Jersey Shore with Kids for more inspo while you're in the area. 

19 Picture-Perfect Instagrammable Spots with Kids in NYC

Coney Island offers a variety of Instagrammable spots with kids, including the beach, boardwalk, and famous amusement park rides. Photo by Jody Mercier

Whether you live on social media or post only once in a blue moon, these Instagarammable spots in NYC make a great backdrop for unforgettable family photos. We may be biased, but we think there's no better photo backdrop than New York City. With that in mind, we've rounded up our favorite Instagrammable spots for kids and families in NYC. From perfectly pink restaurants to iconic neighborhoods, over-the top eats, and lesser-known locales, the city offers no shortage of perfect backgrounds to fill up your Instagram feed.

Read on for our picks for the most Instragrammable spots with kids in NYC and find more must-visit-and-snap destinations on our New York City Kids Visitors Guide.

D23 Releases Exciting News about Walt Disney World & More

Things will get spooky upon the development of a land dedicated to the dastardly deeds of Disney villains at Walt Disney World.

At this year's D23 Expo (Disney's ultimate fan event), Disney unveiled an extensive lineup of upcoming projects across Disney theme parks and beyond, including a wave of exciting announcements for Orlando's Walt Disney World. Here's a glimpse of what Disney has in store for the coming years, spanning theme parks, films, and more!

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