The days are long but the years are short before they start kindergarten.

From roller coasters to the Cat in the Hat, find family fun in Springfield!

Finding the right ear piercing shop in Atlanta for kids and teens requires a bit of research. Parents should focus on specific details: hygienics, cost, type and availability of jewelry/earrings, preferred piercing form (needle vs. "gun"), family-friendly atmosphere, professionalism, and minimum age. Read on about the best places for kids to get ear piercings in Atlanta, taking into account the aforementioned details, so parents and children can feel confident they're in the best hands.

Having birthday party entertainers come to your home is a great way to host your kiddo's friends without the hassle of dragging everything to a (potentially pricey) birthday party venue. And, even if you're just throwing a small backyard bash, you can still go big on the entertainment! The Chicago birthday party entertainers, artists, and rentals below will give your kid's home birthday party a little something extra. 

Fire truck rentals, video game trucks, magicians, puppets, princesses, special game setups... Chicago has it all. And if you're up to the challenge of baking the cake yourself, we've got 10 great birthday cake ideas here.

For more great birthday party ideas, check out our lists for our favorite birthday party locations, virtual party ideas, and more. 

A growing number of Westchester and Hudson Valley parents are enrolling their preschoolers in foreign-language programs to expose them to a second language early on. 

Given the growing interest, we've rounded up this list of bilingual preschools in Westchester and the Hudson Valley. Many of these schools also offer after-school and summer programs as well as cultural education activities to reinforce the lessons.

For even more education options for your toddler, check out our Schools and Preschools Guide for Westchester Kids. 

Preschoolers' little minds are constantly expanding, and it's a great time to naturally introduce a second language. Not only are there multiple school options on Long Island, but multiple language options.

Read on for a list of Long Island's bilingual and immersion preschools in Nassau and Suffolk counties

Want more options? Check out our guide to Preschools on Long Island. 

After a summer of expensive entertainment, we could all use this list of free and cheap after-school classes in NYC for kids!

The school year is barreling toward us, and that means it's (past) time to start thinking about after-school classes in NYC, too. Families looking for reasonably priced, enriching, and even free after-school programs for kids in New York City have plenty to choose from. There are tons of after-school programs for sports, arts, academics, and other classes to choose from. With offerings in Manhattan, the Bronx, Brooklyn, Harlem, and more, you're bound to find a great inexpensive or free after-school program for your kids, no matter their ages, interests, or address.

We've rounded up 15 local organizations offering free or cheap after-school classes in NYC for kids, tweens, and teens throughout the five boroughs. If you're looking for more options, see our New York City Classes for Kids Guide and use our directory to search for programs by age, interest, and neighborhood.

We rounded up New Jersey's best indoor family fun centers where toddlers, kids, and teens can burn off some energy. These spots are perfect places to bring the kids when it's too hot, cold, or rainy to be outside. 

Whether you're into trampolines, laser tag, or play mazes, we've got something for everyone on this list.

Check out our Guide to Indoor Play Spaces for New Jersey Kids for more great indoor play spots.