With travel perhaps limited this winter, it's harder to find a place for kids to dip their feet in the pool. Sure, you can plan an outing to one of these family-friendly water parks nearby, but why not stay home and visit one of the many indoor swimming pools Long Island has to offer?

We’ve rounded up some of the most affordable and family-friendly indoor pools across Long Island. Some are open to community or town residents, while others welcome nonresidents. Many offer swimming lessons, too. So read on for our picks for family-friendly indoor pools across Long Island, and find more wet and wild fun in our Guide to Beaches, Pools, and Water Play. 

Fresh air is one of the best antidotes to a grumpy toddler or baby. Entertain them, distract them, and tire them out with a trip to one of these great stroller hikes in Houston and the surrounding area. Even if your toddler can start off walking, these flat, surfaced trails mean you can push along the stroller for when they run out of steam. Sit your kiddo in their seat and get yourself some exercise at the same time.

Houston is blessed with many parks and paths that provide visual stimulation with rivers, trees, wildlife, and more. Many of them have playgrounds, bathrooms and refreshments to make it an easy and fun trip out. Here's our guide to some of the best trails you can hike in the Houston area. And if you're into parks with playgrounds, don't forget to check out our Best Houston Playgrounds and Parks for Toddlers.

Birthday party entertainers can change a party from dull to delightful, from frumpy to fantastic, and from just plain boring to breathtaking! Atlanta has some fantastic birthday party spots throughout the metro region, but sometimes, it's nice to bring the fun into your house. Parents can keep the hijinks centrally located in their own home, while getting a breather to actually enjoy the party with the help of these talented birthday party entertainers. 

These birthday party entertainers run the gamut of themes and talents: clowns, magicians, princesses and characters, scientists, artists, and much more. There's definitely an Atlanta birthday party entertainer destined for your child on his or her special day!

If you're looking for a quick and easy day trip for your family that's only about a 30-minute drive from DC, consider visiting Fairfax, Virginia. This Northern Virginia suburb is home to so many kid-friendly restaurants, shops, parks and playgrounds, museums, and more fun things to do with kids. The city, which began as the Town of Providence in 1805, is also steeped with history—it was the site of several Civil War battles and home to many historic buildings.

Here are 25 fun things to do with kids in Fairfax, Virginia, including great places to eat, play, and walk around. For more fun day trips, check out our list of things to do in Clifton, Virginia with kids and our guide to visiting Kensington, Maryland with kids.

February vacation for Connecticut schools might be a little shorter this year, but many districts still have at least a couple of days off. Besides all of the awesome winter activities that make this time of year so fun, options abound for events and activities over February break that let children switch gears and explore different areas of interest. Read on for the best ways to get creative, connect with nature, and burn off some energy while school's out.

Looking to turn the February break into a quick family getaway? Take advantage of the weather with a family ski trip, or ignore it altogether at one of these awesome indoor water parks. For more ideas to have fun all winter long, don't miss our Winter Activities Guide.

When it comes to travel convenience, charm, and a real feeling of escaping every day, it's hard to beat a getaway to New York's Catskills. Near enough to the NYC metro area for a quick weekend trip, the region is packed with small-town charm, yet overflows with family-friendly destinations from ski resorts to alpaca farms and everything in between.

In short, if you're looking for a family-friendly weekend escape, look no further than this list of 15 family-friendly Catskills resorts. Once you've booked your accommodations, start plotting your other must-do's with our picks for 25 things to do in the Catskills with kids and find more local travel inspiration in our Guide to Weekend Getaways and Family Day Trips.

Pennsylvania families are lucky to have school choice, allowing them to select the type of K-12 education that best fits their child and to have public funds allocated to whichever option they pick—whether that’s a public, private, or charter school. But many parents don’t realize that school choice also applies to online schools, which are growing in popularity now that many families have experienced virtual education and seen the flexibility and other advantages remote schools can provide.

Accredited online schools offer freedom and flexibility, while providing kids with a high-quality education. And, if you live in Pennsylvania, virtual public schools like the Pennsylvania Cyber Charter School are free of charge. If you’re thinking about applying to an online academy, here’s what you need to know before picking a virtual K-12 program for your child.