'School of Rock': Meet the Kids in the Band
Meet five kids who are schooling Broadway in rock 'n' roll in the new show School of Rock.
Melanie Baker Articles
Travel to Northwest Arkansas for Family-Friendly Fun
If you're looking for a great family trip, explore Northwest Arkansas and discover a world of kid-fr
Meet the Winner and Finalists of Our 2015 Cover Contest
Presenting the winner of our 2015 cover contest, plus a peek behind the scenes at our photo shoot wi
The Health Benefits of Kids Having a Pet
Whether they're furry, feathered, or funny looking, pets offer more than companionship for kids. The
Brooklyn’s AltSchool Provides Experiential Learning
AltSchool, which provides experiential learning for pre-kindergarten through eighth grade, is openin
Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF
There are ways to make your child's trick-or-treating experience more meaningful than just collectin
Nigel Barker's Tips for Taking Pics of Kids
Fashion photographer, and host of Oxygen's "The Face", Nigel Barker shares photos of his family, pho
Meet Fairfield Resident Julie Chu of the 2014 U.S. Women's Hockey Team
Julie Chu, a resident of Fairfield, CT, is competing on Team USA's Women's ice hockey team for the 2
The Personal Touch: Classroom Innovations for Personalized Learning
One size does not fit all when it comes to learning, and a variety of innovative educators are honin
Ask the Expert: How Does Sleepaway Camp Help Children With ADHD Develop Better Decision Making Skills?
Sending your child with ADHD to summer camp or a travel program can be nerve-wracking. Eugene Bell,
Homegrown Heroes: Singing and Signing for Good
Professional opera singer Sabrina Francis volunteers her time and talent at Gigi's Playhouse NYC in
Ask the Expert: How Can Kids Benefit from Playing Tennis, and When Should They Start?
Tennis can help kids develop many physical, social, and mental skills that they can use in other are
Ask the Expert: Is Golf the Right Sport for My Child?
Kate Tempesta, founder and co-owner of Kate Tempesta’s Urban Golf Academy, shares her tips on the be
Party Central Pick of the Month: Happy Birthday, Tree!
A new story book introduces young readers to the importance of honoring and caring for nature. In "H
How STEM Education Can Help Our Kids And Our World
What is STEM? STEM stands for "Science, technology, engineering, and math" We'll explore why STEM ed
Local Olympian Tim Morehouse Tells Us All About Fencing
Tim Morehouse, originally from Riverdale in the Bronx, has an impressive career: He has competed on
Party Max Brings Varitey of Party Supplies to Brooklyn
Brooklyn residents now have another option when buying supplies and decorations for their next party
Three Ways to Make the Olympics Educational for Your Kids
With the 2012 Summer Olympics around the corner, some parents may be worried about their kids sittin
Q&A with Brooklyn-Based YA Author of Gold Medal Summer
Brooklyn-based young adult author and former gymnast Donna Freitas recently published Gold Medal Sum
P&G Thank You, Mom Campaign Helps Athletes' Moms Attend Games
Procter & Gamble's Thank You, Mom campaign celebrates Olympians' Moms by putting them in the spotlig
Four U.K. STEM Students Created the 2012 Paralympic Torch
A STEMNET team of four 11-14-year-olds invented the 2012 Paralympic torch based on the principle of
Introducing the Mascots for the 2012 London Olympics
With the 2012 London Olympics starting in July, it's time for you and your kids to meet the official
Variety of Classes Offered At New Fitness Studio
After getting in shape and losing weight, Tauris McBride opened Just Keep Moving Fitness. This fitne
Mathnasium of Brooklyn Heights Now Offers Pre-K-K Program
Mathnasium of Brooklyn Heights-Boerum Hill now offers a First Steps program for preschoolers and kin
Sprouts at Music Beans
Music Beans is now offering new classes for New York’s tiniest music maestros, putting a strong focu
Soccer By Any Other Name
It’s “football” to the rest of the world, but no matter what you call it, soccer is the most popular
Rockland Youth Theatre Brings Creative Opportunities
Rockland Youth Theatre encourages kids to create, team-build, and be inspired through theater they c
Dr. Christine Uzoigwe Brings Love and Health to Brooklyn
Divine Love Medical Services opened its doors on Brooklyn soil in August and the founder, Christine
Little Rockers Bring Rockin' Music Classes to NYC Kids
“Brown Eyed Girl” and “Yellow Submarine” are not just classics of yesteryear anymore. The founders o
A Fun Twist
Balloon art livens up any kids party. The Brooklyn Balloon Company is ahead of the trend on balloon
Spotlight on a Local Bigtop
An internationally acclaimed new documentary features Rockland’s own Amazing Grace Circus.
Matisse Chocolatier Arrives in Rockland
New kid on the block Matisse Chocolatier has arrived to give Rockland anything and everything chocol
Online Parental Controls Available from Delaney Computer Services
It’s impossible to constantly stand over children’s shoulders and monitor what sites they’re curious
'What Are You Doing for Others?'
Hundreds of community members took the late Dr. King’s words to heart during an MLK-inspired Day of
Portledge Students Win Rock the Statue Green Art Contest
First-grade students of Portledge School in Locust Valley win the "Rock the Statue Green" art contes
Get the Best Kid-Friendly Activities
Sent to You Weekly!
