When it comes to teaching kids about the Holocaust, New York City parents and teachers have a new tool at their disposal: Anne Frank The Exhibition, which opens today at the Center for Jewish History. Presented in partnership with Amsterdam's Anne Frank House, this landmark exhibition brings to life The Annex—the hiding place of Frank's family and other Jewish refugees, where Frank's famous diary was penned—for the first time outside of Amsterdam.

Though a pioneering exhibition, which opens on International Holocaust Remembrance Day—January 27—the subject matter itself may have parents wondering whether to bring kids. I had a chance to preview the exhibit and it was more emotional than I imagined. At times, it took my breath away, and I cried when recounting some of its exhibits. It just might make you and your kids cry, too. Whether you choose to take your kids to this unique NYC exhibit is a deeply personal decision, but I'm sharing my experience below, plus some tips to prepare you if you decide to visit.

Of course, you can find more local exhibits in our NYC Kids Guide to Museums.

Take the kids on a winter hike (or two) by getting some much needed fresh air and sun this season. When the weather permits, motivate the family off the couch, bundle up in a layer or two, pack a picnic lunch, and enjoy a fun Atlanta hike. 

Choosing a new winter hike destination each week offers exciting views and experiences, while providing a great introduction to the outdoors (some of these destinations offer access to playgrounds as well). And once everyone is tuckered out from a winter hike, cuddle back on the couch for hot chocolate and a movie night! 

Looking for more than mindless hanging out and screen time for your teenage daughter this summer? Girls Who Code, a nonprofit that aims to increase the number of women in computer science fields, is once again offering its FREE summer immersion program for girls and non-binary kids entering their sophomore, junior, or senior year of high school. The 2- or 6-week STEM summer camp is completely virtual and accepting applications now.

Keep reading to find out who is eligible, how to apply, and when these Girls Who Code STEM summer programs are happening in 2025. Hurry, because the early application period for this FREE summer program is already open.

Find more STEM activities in our Science and Tech Guide for Kids, or check out more summer programs for teens and kids in our Camp Guide. You can also find free coding for kids websites and apps.

The Long Island Children's Museum in Garden City is always a fun-filled experience for the whole family. Winter is a great time to visit, especially with the opening of the LICM's brand-new, space-themed exhibit. The new, hands-on "Moon to Mars" exhibit is an exciting STEAM-based adventure, perfect for space-obsessed kiddos. 

My kids were starry-eyed from the start, dazzled to design rockets, don spacesuits, and learn all about space exploration. Read on for all the details to plan your next visit to the Long Island Children's Museum. For even more activities, check out our guide to Long Island's best family-friendly museums and our Winter Fun Guide. 

Find the top kid-friendly activities in Boston to fill February break with fun! 

The West U/Rice Village areas have tons of kid-friendly activities. Here are some of our favorites. 

2025 is shaping up to be one of the most exciting years for Orlando theme parks, with the first, all-new theme park opening in more than 20 years! And don't get us started on the awesome new attractions and experiences coming to our favorite existing parks. 

To help you better plan your next Orlando trip, here is a preview of cool things coming in 2025, as well as the current time frame for their opening. Just keep in mind that Orlando theme parks are notoriously vague about opening dates, and the time frames listed can change at a moment’s notice. Take a look and get ready for the ultimate Orlando adventure!