The Nurtury Montessori School opened a day care center in Larchmont this October and began offering new after-school programs at its New Rochelle location this September. The Larchmont location will offer full-day programs for children ages 3 months to 3 years, Monday-Friday, 7:30am-6:30pm, year-round. The New Rochelle location is now offering after-school programs for children kindergarten-first grade.

Nov 13, 2018

Friends Academy Introduces Hands-On STEM Class to Fifth Graders

A team of Science, Math and Technology teachers are introducing Scratch coding to Friends Academy fifth graders through an educational program developed by NASA. Based on the premise of recreating their own Mars Rovers, the students at the Glen Cove private school work in pairs to design and animate their robots to move across Mars.

Nov 13, 2018

Lower East Side Historical Exhibit Opens at Henry Street Settlement

The Henry Street Settlement, located in the Lower East Side, recently opened an interactive exhibit that will teach children about NYC’s history during the time of early immigration. This exhibit will allow visitors to travel back in time to the year 1893 and observe 125 years of the Lower East Side’s history. Are you interested in learning more about history, politics and social activism, urban poverty, and public health? The permanent exhibit The House on Henry Street, which opened in September is the place for you!

Nov 13, 2018

The 2018 Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Lighting is Set for Wednesday, Nov. 28

This year's tree made it’s grand arrival to Manhattan this Saturday via flatbed truck, according to NBC New York. The two-day, 75 mile journey from Wallkill in the Town of Newburgh to Midtown, Manhattan will prove well worth it on Wednesday, Nov. 28 when the tree is lit at during the ceremony that will be broadcasted on live TV. The tree will remain lit every night until 11:30pm through Jan. 7, 2019.

Nov 12, 2018

New Head Lice Clinic Offers Super-Fast Removal

Millions of kids throughout the United States get head lice every year. If your child has head lice, there’s no reason to feel guilty. But lice are creepy, and you don’t want your lice-infested child to be stigmatized or to miss days at school or fun on the weekends. The first question on your mind is probably “What’s the fastest way to get rid of head lice?” If you know that lice eggs quickly become live lice, then you’re probably wondering, “What’s the fastest way to get rid of head lice and eggs”?

Thanksgiving Activities for Kids in New York City

Thanksgiving is all about spending time with loved ones and making memories and traditions that will last for years to come. We’ve rounded up a list of Thanksgiving activities for kids in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Staten Island, and Queens that the whole family will enjoy.

Nov 07, 2018

Activities for NYC Families with Children with Special Needs in November

We've gathered the best family-friendly events for children with special needs in New York City in November.

Nov 12, 2018

Eye Level Learning Center Opens in New Hyde Park

On October 12, Eye Level New Hyde Park had it's official ribbon cutting ceremony after opening in September. The New Hyde Park location of this world-wide franchise will be open 3pm-8pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10am-2pm on Saturdays, and by appointment on Wednesdays and Fridays.

Nov 09, 2018

Thanksgiving Activities for Kids on Long Island

Thanksgiving is all about spending time with loved ones and making memories and traditions that will last for years to come. We’ve rounded up a list of Thanksgiving activities for kids on Long Island's Nassau and Suffolk counties that the whole family will enjoy.

Nov 07, 2018

Can Your Baby's Teeth Predict Autism?

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is an extremely common developmental disability with approximately one in 59 children being diagnosed. As with any special needs condition, early detection is essential. We already know that certain types of ovarian condition increase the chances of your child developing autism, but what if the composure of your child's teeth could be an early indicator of ASD? Here are the facts on how your baby's teeth can relate to autism.

Nov 02, 2018

Signs of a Gifted Baby or Toddler

Let’s first understand what’s “normal” for a one year old. Developmentally, by twelve months, a child can say a few words, imitate your voice, distinguish different sounds and understand simple instructions like, “Drink your juice”. Does that sound crazy to you? Was your child doing these things before six months of age?

Jun 12, 2018

Friends Academy Introduces Hands-On STEM Class to Fifth Graders

Nov 13, 2018

The 2018 Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Lighting is Set for Wednesday, Nov. 28

Nov 12, 2018

Advantage Care Health Center Extends Practice to Pediatric Patients

Mary Mulqueen, M.D., who started at Advantage Health Care in November of 2017, expanded her practice to pediatric patients at both the Freeport and Brookville locations this May. Dr. Mulqueen is a primary care physician of internal medicine and pediatrics at Advantage Health Care. Though she treats all patients, she specializes in providing care for patients with special needs, namely those with Down syndrome and intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Nov 12, 2018

PDM Family Dental Opens in Jericho

In September, PDM Family Dental opened its doors in Jericho. The brand-new facility is family friendly and features televisions so patients, especially children, can watch something while they are being seen. Services include Invisalign, digital x-rays that expose patients to less radiation, emergency walk--ins, cleanings, exams, and fillings.

Nov 12, 2018