8 Reasons Parent-Founded Goldfish Swim School is a Family Favorite

Goldfish Swim School is a family favorite for kids’ swimming lessons, with 11 locations in the Boston Area.

Co-founded by a mom-of-four and her husband, Goldfish Swim School is a family favorite for kids’ swimming lessons, with 11 locations in the Boston Area. With its one-of-a-kind, play-based curriculum and kid-centric facilities, Goldfish Swim School makes water safety and learning to swim fun and approachable for babies as young as 4 months to kids up to 12 years old. Read on to see why this innovative swim center is in such high demand–and find out how to get started at Goldfish Swim School with a free first lesson.

Indulge in Afternoon Tea with Peter Rabbit at The Peninsula New York

Towers of tea treats and an elegant setting make The Peninsula's Peter Rabbit Afternoon Tea a special springtime experience.

High tea is a perfect experience gift for kids—or parents—of a certain age, and there's a brand-new Peter Rabbit-themed afternoon tea taking over elegant Gotham Lounge at The Peninsula New York—one of our favorite family-friendly hotels in NYC this month.

Naturally, my daughters hopped at the chance to get dressed up and join me for this lovely outing. Read on for the full details on this indulgent high tea and find more of our favorite restaurants serving high tea in NYC.

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

Our guide to living a more earth-friendly life.

Celebrate Earth Day with Earth Kids; our monthly column and newsletter with activities to educate and inspire kids about the environment. 

Earth Day is a great time to talk to kids about what we can do to make an impact on the environment and resolve to change our habits to live more sustainably. 

Kids may ask whether their individual actions matter. The short answer is: Yes, individual actions make a big difference! You don't need a million followers on YouTube to have influence. When we change our behavior and talk about it, we influence our friends and family. If they change their behavior, this creates a ripple effect of change coming from the behavior of one person. And don't forget that consumer action is power. When we demand change through our purchasing decisions, corporations change their behaviors and products to meet the demand. Every little thing we do can add up to really big changes.

With that in mind, we've gathered a list of things kids and families can do differently to live more earth-friendly lives. See how many of them you can do! Read more ideas in our Earth Kids Guide and sign up for our Earth Kids newsletter for more ideas and activities every month.

Family-Friendly Bowling Alleys in New Jersey

Check out our picks for family-friendly bowling alleys in New Jersey. Photo by Lisa Warden

Here in New Jersey, there are plenty of bowling alleys that offer year-round fun. There are small-town spots that offer traditional games with modern touches, such as automatic scoring and gutter bumpers. And there are newer, flashier bowling alleys that feature high-tech bells and whistles like interactive games, video walls, and glow ball.

In addition, venues throughout the state often feature bowling alongside laser tag and arcades.

And bowling alleys are an ideal spot for low-maintenance birthday parties, play dates, and weekend day trips.

Best Zoo and Museum Summer Camps in NYC

The Queens Zoo offers zoo summer camps for kids ranging in age from 18 months up to 13 years covering a variety of wild themes. Photo courtesy of WCS

When the time comes to book summer camps in NYC, parents sometimes overlook NYC's museums, zoos, and the New York Aquarium, but these culturally rich organizations offer an incredible selection of summer camps.

Some popular summer camps at NYC museums sell out in the blink of an eye, but we're including them here so they're on your radar for next year and beyond, including summer camp at the American Museum of Natural History and The Met.

No matter your child's interest, we've got tons of options in our New York City Summer Camp Guide, including picks for great creative and performing arts summer camps in NYC and cool STEM summer day camps. You can find more great camp programs in our camp directory where you can search by interest, age, or borough from Brooklyn and the Bronx to Manhattan, Staten Island, and Queens.

Easter Scavenger Hunts and Other Easter Egg Hunt Ideas

"Look what I found!"

If you're looking for a fun and creative twist on the traditional Easter egg hunt, Easter scavenger hunts are a great option. Rather than simply having kids search for hidden eggs, Easter scavenger hunts allow them to solve clues, read maps, perform funny actions, and do other fun things on their quest to collect those coveted plastic eggs. Plus, an Easter scavenger hunt just might add enough oomph to keep teens engaged as well.

We've also included some creative ideas for traditional Easter egg hunts, as well as some non-candy egg stuffers to delight kids of all ages.

For more Easter fun, check out our Easter Activities Guide for families, which includes everything from Easter crafts and egg-dyeing ideas to awesome Easter movies to get the whole family hoppin'. While you’re at it, go ahead and indulge in some of that Easter candy—you deserve it!

Best Art Summer Camps for Long Island Kids

Drop into a summer art lab at the Nassau County Museum of Art. Photo courtesy of the museum

For kids who want to explore and expand their creativity, art summer camps on Long Island go beyond cutting and pasting. Whether your child is an experienced artist or a true beginner, you're sure to find a summer day camp program that fits your needs.

For the artistically inclined, you can also check out our rundown on summer music camps on Long Island, as well as our post on art classes on Long Island

For more camp options, be sure to check out our Long Island Summer & Vacation Camps Guide.

Art Camps and Classes in Hartford, Connecticut

Kids can create, explore, and find new friends at art camps and classes in Hartford and the surrounding communities. Firestone Art Studio and Cafe

Hartford's art camps and classes are perfect for budding artists. Kids can explore their creativity throughout the region, from Plainville, to Manchester, South Windsor and beyond. Connecticut moms and dads will be happy to channel their children's artistic talents with enriching art classes and camps in and around Hartford. That just might help in keeping those little creators from scribbling on your white walls and leather couches! It's always great to take a class at your local Michael's. It's also rewarding for kids to go to places that specialize in art classes for all ages, like these places do.

If you're looking for others types of classes and camps for the Springtime, dig into our camp guide. Keep up to date with classes, events, and more by subscribing to our newsletter.

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