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Pumpkin Palooza has festivities for the whole family at the DuPage Children's Museum. Photo courtesy of the museum

Best Things To Do in Chicago in October with Kids: Halloween, Fall Fests, and Outdoor Fun

While you're deciding what to do for Halloween, October has plenty of other fun going on.

Go for a hayride, pick a pumpkin, or get lost in a corn maze at area farms, such as Siegel’s Cottonwood Farm. Photo courtesy the farm

25 Fall Activities and Day Trips for Chicago Kids

Whether you're a pumpkin-spice pusher or an apple aficionado, the fall season certainly brings out...

Even during COVID, kids can still get into the Halloween spirit in Chicago.

Top Halloween Events Near Chicago for Kids and Families

We've got Chicago families covered with more than three dozen great Halloween events and things to...

Gorgeous pumpkins await at All Seasons Apple Orchard in Woodstock. Photo courtesy of orchard

Best Pumpkin Patches for Kids Near Chicago

Pick from more than a dozen pumpkin patches and pumpkin farms near Chicago for a day of fall family...

Pumpkin carving is a must-do Halloween activity - and an annual highlight for many kids

Halloween Activities Guide for Families

Halloween events are some of the most exciting of the year for kids. It's a special time of year...

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There are both woodland and paved trails at the Morton Arboretum. Photo by Maureen Wilkey

Best Places to Hike Near Chicago with Kids

Soak up nature in these forest preserves and parks near the Windy City.

Ritz Kids study breaks happen in the best locations. Photo courtesy of The Ritz-Carlton Reynolds, Lake Oconee

Remote Learning by the Pool? Vacations Where Kids Can Homeschool and Parents Can Work Remotely

Keep up with remote school and work at these fun destinations.

Get ready to enjoy some mini golf near Chicago this summer! Photo courtesy of Maggie Daley Park/Facebook

15 Mini Golf Courses Near Chicago for Kid-Friendly Putt-Putt

There's no shortage of mini golf near Chicago—and it might just be one of the better summer...

Enjoy seasonal entertainment that’s more silly than scary. Photo courtesy of Kiddle Karoo

Free Things To Do Online in October: Halloween Events, World Space Week, Dia de los Muertos, and Coffee Fest

Replace big holiday gatherings with Halloween concerts, parties, and activities from all over the...

Virtual and Online Guide for Family Fun

Find fun online classes, entertainment, and more virtual things to do.

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I Dissent tells the story of Ruth Bader Ginsburg's life in a stunning picture book.

20+ Ruth Bader Ginsburg Children's Books (+ More Women Leaders)

Let loose that inner rebel with these inspirational children's books.

Stay-at-Home Guide: 100s of Activities and Resources for Families on Pause

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

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Keep her hands busy with a Koosh ball so she can focus her mind. Photo by author

Fidget Spinners, Fidget Toys, and Ways to Help Kids Focus on Remote Learning

Fidget toys, movement breaks, and check-ins can keep kids focused.

Under cover of darkness, with a roaring fire and some blankets, prepare for a movie that might scare you silly. Photo by Ally Noel

30 Halloween Movies with Kid-Friendly Thrills and Chills

Queue up some mild Halloween frights for family movie night.

Homeschool & Online Learning Resources for Families

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

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There's plenty of seating for families at Hofbrauhaus Chicago.

Top 10 Chicago-Area Outdoor Restaurants for Families

Many family-favorite restaurants are safely opening outdoor seating for summer.

Introduce toddlers to their ABCs with these Lego Duplo alphabet bricks .

Top Holiday Toys for Kids' Christmas Wish Lists

Ready your wish lists for babies through teens.

Enjoy the sights of Chicago on a Shoreline Sightseeing Cruise.

Best Boat Rides for Chicago Area Families

Choose a speedy ride, sailboat, or relaxing river cruise with these Chicago boat tours.

Here's the Chicago Public School Calendar for 2020-21

The 2020-21 school calendar is here: Bookmark this page for handy reference.

Fight the restlessness of quarantine, join in for LIVE ONLINE YogiKids classes held every day, twice a day!!! Photo courtesy of Yogi Nation

Find Free and Affordable Online Classes, Parties, and Camps on Poppins@Home

Explore tons of virtual free and low-cost fun with our new platform.

Birthday Parties in Quarantine: Ways To Celebrate with Kids while Social Distancing

Birthday? How about a drive-by parade, a Zoom party, or a Broadway show from home?

10 Activities To Do with Grandparents on Zoom

Games and activities make virtual hangouts more fun and meaningful for all.

25 Fun Halloween Games for an At-Home Halloween Party

Pick a killer playlist from these Halloween games, and who needs trick-or-treating?

Best Playgrounds in Chicago: Destination Play Zones Worth the Trip

In a city of great playgrounds, these are the swings, climbers, and slides worth the trip.

22 Online Tutoring Services for Homework Help and Remote Learning

Find an online tutor in any subject with these services–some are available 24/7!

Kids as young as age 10 can help load and unload the dishwasher.

Chore Charts for Kids: Age-by-Age Lists and Free Printables

There's no better time to enlist your kids help with housework. Here are age-appropriate tasks.

65 Life Skills to Teach Kids at Every Age

It's not a bad time to go back to basics, especially when we have the kids' full attention.

Making time for reading each day is a low-key goal that works for all ages. Photo by Josh Applegate/Unsplash

The Realistic Guide to Homeschooling for Busy Parents

No one expects you to run a full school. Here are some realistic tips instead.

Online Birthing, Lamaze, and Parenting Classes for Parents-To-Be

Can't make it to an in-person childbirth class? There are online options!

Watch your sketch appear in this invisible ink science experiment!

Science Experiments for Kids: How to Make Invisible Ink

Write secret messages with this simple invisible ink recipe.

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Kids can while away hours of a day with a set of watercolors and a stack of new paper for painting.

Crafts for Kids: 100 Awesome Art Projects for Creative At-Home Fun

Bookmark this blockbuster list of arts and crafts and never run out of ideas for creative play.

Boredom Busters for Kids

Crafts, recipes, games, projects, and experiments to spark kids' imaginations!

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These free online classes and educational resources are perfect for homeschooling and remote learning..

30+ (Mostly FREE) Online Learning Resources, Apps, and Games for Kids

Supplement distance learning with these online lessons, apps, and more.

50 Best Kids' Movies for Family Movie Night

These classic family movies include wild adventures, sci-fi, and coming-of-age tales.

Rocky Mountain National Park is one of the most visited national parks in the country. Photo courtesy of NPS

Rocky Mountain National Park: Guide for Visiting with Kids

Expect plenty of wildlife sightings and family hikes on this trip!

Even if it's cloudy and raining outside, you can create sunshine and rainbows inside.

50 Indoor Activities for Kids on a Rainy Day

Try one of these boredom-busting activities to turn a stuck-at-home day into a lasting memory.

WeeWork Activities: Indoor Balloon Tennis

Create this fun tennis game with a couple of paper plates and popsicle sticks.

Hand them a pail and a spoon, er, shovel, and let kids dig in the dirt.

Outdoor Fun with Kids: 30 Ways to Get Messy in the Backyard

Build a ladybug house, splatter paint, or just dig in the dirt!

13 Simple Crafts for Toddlers and Preschoolers to Do at Home

Create popsicle stick monsters, tinfoil Easter eggs, and more easy crafts with tots.

10 Outdoor Games from the '70s that It’s Time To Teach Your Kids

When folks say, “We just went outside and played,” can anyone remember what we played?

25 STEM Activities Easy Enough for Preschoolers

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

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Walk the bridges at Go Ape USA. Photo courtesy the park

10 Zip Lines and Aerial Adventure Parks Near Chicago

Fly through the air or walk across a suspension bridge at these parks.

Remote Learning by the Pool? Vacations Where Kids Can Homeschool and Parents Can Work Remotely

Keep up with remote school and work at these fun destinations.

Find Halloween activities to do at-home or virtually this year. Photo by Ally Noel

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Hauntingly fun Halloween activities for kids of all ages.

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There's no shortage of mini golf near Chicago—and it might just be one of the better summer...

Best Things To Do in Chicago in October with Kids: Halloween, Fall Fests, and Outdoor Fun

While you're deciding what to do for Halloween, October has plenty of other fun going on.

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