Summer break is the perfect opportunity for baseball-loving kids in Houston to learn new skills and develop their gameplay. At these baseball camps, not only will kids learn more about the game and how to play, but they'll get the opportunity to connect with other kids in the sport. For kids who play on a baseball team during the school year, summer camp provides an entirely new set of players to interact with and coaches to learn from. Whether your kid is headed for the big leagues, just starting out, or playing just for the fun of it, these baseball summer camps are perfect for honing in on their love of the game.

And for more summer and vacation camp ideas, check out our comprehensive camp guide and full.

My family has been visiting Longhorn Cavern State Park for as long as I can remember. Situated on top of a scenic hillside smack dab in the middle of the Texas Hill Country, the park and its namesake cavern are a must-see for families who love experiencing all that nature has to offer. The state park is about four-and-a-half hours from Houston, but just over an hour from Austin, where families can enjoy plenty of kid-friendly activities if you wanted to make a weekend trip to enjoy all that the area has to offer. Although exploring the stunning cavern is the main draw to the park, it is a great place to hike, picnic, and just enjoy being in the great outdoors with family.

Of all of the exciting activities for kids in Houston, spending time at a shopping mall doesn't typically rank high on the list. Unless that is you happen to be heading to Memorial City Mall to visit the American Girl Store. Just walking up to the entrance to the store creates an Instagram-worthy situation as you and your child approach the iconic red facade. If you were a fan of the dolls as a kid, the nostalgia of American Girl will hit you square between the eyes as you enter the store. Of course, shopping is on the agenda, but there are so many other activities to engage in when you visit the American Girl store.