These April Fools’ jokes for kids will give your merry pranksters a good laugh

Parents, your kids probably already think you are the coolest but also the weirdest, so why not just own it and prank the heck out of them this April Fools’ Day? The following April Fools’ pranks are (relatively) harmless so you can have a little good fun, all in the name of the game. Once you’ve picked your favorite April Fools’ joke to play on your kids, check out our favorite spring jokes for kids for more seasonal fun.

April Fools’ Pranks for Kids

1. Swap Beds

This prank is perfect for heavy sleepers (and kids that don’t already crowd you in bed). Once the kids have hit the hay, pick them up and move them into different beds! They’ll wake up in the morning and wonder, “What just happened?”

2. Serve Dinner for Breakfast

Breakfast for dinner is a family favorite, but dinner for breakfast? Spaghetti? Cheeseburgers? Tacos? Just make sure that you serve them something you know that they’ll eat… or else the cranky, hungry kids that you’ll face the rest of the day will make it seem like the joke was on you instead!

3. Jell-O Drinks

It may look like your kiddos’ favorite drink, but there’s a surprise waiting! Follow the steps from Story Piece on how to use Jell-O to turn that beverage into a solid, and watch as your littles try and take a sip.

4. Make “Grilled Cheese” for Dinner

Your kids won’t mind this April Fools’ prank once they take a big bite. This “grilled cheese” is dessert! Take slices of pound cake and colored buttercream frosting that looks just like cheese, then grill in a pan. We say, why not have dessert for dinner once in a while? Check out more details on this fun prank at The Craft Patch.

5. Mess with the Remote Control

This trick is an oldie but a goodie. When no one is looking, cover up the sensor on your TV remote control so that it won’t work when your kiddos are trying to change the channel!

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6. Let Them Know the Milk Has Gone Bad

Leave a little head’s up to the fact that the milk has taken a turn for the worse.  Then, when they open the fridge and see a frowning milk carton, get ready for laughs.

7. Hide Bubble Wrap in Unsuspecting Places

This prank will get everyone up and moving. The night before Apr. 1, hide a few sheets of bubble wrap under bathmats, rugs, and doormats so that anyone who walks over it will get a nice (loud) surprise!

8. Turn the House Upside Down

Before you head to bed, go through the main living spaces and turn as much furniture upside-down as you possibly can—armchairs, benches, tables, and even the stuff on your kitchen countertops. And, the best part: when they come running into your room the next morning, screaming that everything is upside-down, pretend like things are 100 percent normal! If your living room already looks upside down, you’re not alone.

9. Freeze Their Breakfast

The night before April Fool’s Day, pour some cereal and milk into a bowl, then put it in the freezer overnight. When it’s time to dig in, let your kids try and enjoy the frosty treat!

10. Have Fun with Their Lunch

One day of a super sweet lunch won’t kill them, right? When lunchtime rolls around try one of these pranks: Top a bagel with frosting or replace the raisins in the box with chocolate chips. You can also take the foil wrap off of chocolate Easter egg-shaped candy (the small kind) and wrap the foil around grapes.

11. Tie Their Shoes Up

This April Fool’s Day prank won’t work on Velcro or slip-on shoes! Tie all of their shoelaces together before you go to bed the night before—you can either tie pairs of shoes together or, tie every single shoe they have into one long string!

12. Switch Out the Sweet Stuff

Whether you do it to cinnamon buns or OREO cookies, swapping out the frosting for something like mayo is an April Fools’ joke the kids can’t help but laugh about.

13. Put a Tiger in Your Living Room (or a Panda on Your Porch)

Use Google’s new 3D animal feature and snap a photo of an animal on the back porch, yard, living room, or bathtub. Then convince your most gullible kids what you found/saw. If all else fails, send the picture to Grandma or Grandpa and tell them the local zoo is now doing in-home visits.

14. Bug Their Ice (or Drawers, or Backpacks)

Another classic April Fools’ joke for kids, pop a few frozen insects into an ice cube tray and when they ask for a cold drink, serve up a surprise. It’s also easy and fun to throw one in their bathroom drawer or their lunch bag or backpack.

15. Put Googly Eyes on Everything

When we say everything, we mean everything. This April Fools’ joke is so easy to pull off, and the fun could last longer than one day if you go all out and put those crafty eyes on everything from food to family pictures.

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—with additional reporting by Amber Guetebier and Karly Wood

 

Kristin McCormick and Jenna Sumner from New Jersey are two licensed mental health professionals and educators who worked together to create the UPside Delivered—curated boxes for children ages 5-10, to help child have fun with their feelings.

Below are a few tips and tricks they’ve compiled to prevent summer brain drain and keep kids and families busy and happy while they are out of school.

What Are the Signs, Symptoms or Issues That Can Arise Out of “Summer Brain Drain”?

While some research shows children potentially losing skills based in math, language and reading over the summer, educators know that practice with these very skills and keeping the brain engaged is extremely important and helpful. Therefore, the signs and symptoms or issues that can possibly arise from “summer brain drain” are only apparent if the child spends a large amount of time in passive activities and is not active, physically or mentally, over the summer. Then you may see behaviors such as irritability, low frustration tolerance, emotional outbursts when asked to transition, difficulty sleeping or sleeping for too long. Additionally when not much is done to keep our brains active over the summer, the transition back to school may be slower and more difficult.

To help your kids manage their emotions, UPside Delivered’s carefully curated boxes for ages 5-10 years-old bring practical, fun, evidence-based tools and techniques to children and families, helping everyone to create calm. Pick the “Begin Box” that introduces the connection between thoughts, feelings and behaviors. Each box features five to seven items that your children can use to name their thoughts and feelings, journals, worry dolls, Buddha Boards and more.

Of course, parents are probably even more worried this year, following the 2020-21 pandemic school year. The concern of students “falling behind,” particularly in areas of math and language arts have been on the minds of parents and educators. While yes, students have missed some lessons and practice, they are not quite as far behind overall—they will get there! Learning is not linear and takes place in all settings, both formal and informal education is valuable.

Finding the balance between keeping kids engaged—socially and educationally—and allowing them enough down time is the goal to optimize learning and overall well-being. To offset any concerns, check out these fun subscription boxes that will get your kids exploring, learning and having fun at the same time.

  • OwlCrate Jr., is an award-winning monthly subscription book box. The boxes are curated for kids ages 8-12, and each box includes a brand-new novel, an exclusive letter from the author, plus cool activities, games, and fun goodies related to the theme of the month.
  • If cooking is more up your alley, learn about new countries and their cuisines with eat2explore! Each month kids receive an explorer box which includes: three recipe cards, a flag pin, country sticker, essential spices, activity sheet and a collectible. Choose from 18 different countries/regions like Italy, Mexico, Japan or USA North just to name a few. The kits combine history, geography, social studies, math and more as children create delicious, healthy meals right at home.
  • Learn even more about different cultures and diversity thanks to Little Global Citizens. This subscription service (send one time, every two months or every other month for a year) sends an expertly designed box to kids (aged 4-to-10) to bring a new country and its culture to life. Each box is filled with items from that country including authentic guides, crafts, screen-free activities (games and puzzles), language skills, recipes, a story book and more! Past boxes included China, India, Kenya, Egypt and Thailand.
  • Learn about women who have changed the world with GIRLS CAN! CRATE. This awesome monthly subscription box was created to empower girls—and boys (ages 5-10) to Do and BE anything by introducing them to fearless women of history who made the world better. Each month, a new kit celebrates the life of a strong, diverse female role model such as Ella Fitzgerald, Florence Nightingale, Marie Curie, Frida Kahlo, Malala Yousafzai, Sally Ride and more.

At the end of the day, we need to keep everything in perspective, especially with young kids, and realize that we all made it through one of the toughest years of our lives. Let your kids enjoy the outdoors this summer, learn a new recipe, explore a new book and country from home or even an extra few minutes on their electronics devices. Let’s celebrate that we’ve come up on the other side and that the future is bright with possibilities!

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Allyson is a mom of two and has more than a decade of experience working in both television news and public relations. From national television shows to top newspapers, Allyson has worked around the world including a travel magazine in London, England, Phoenix TV and local hospital and healthcare association.

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No one can deny the enduring appeal of books that feature animals, whether tales of animals in the wild, animal heroics (think Togo the sled dog or Scarlett the cat), animal antics that make us laugh, and fictional animals that take on human characteristics—both good and bad.

Why is animal fiction so plentiful and popular? Neuroscientists suggest that our brains treat reading about an experience almost as if living the experience in real life. In children’s books, animal characters can portray a broader range of traits, both good and evil, than we would tolerate in stories about humans (think the “big bad wolf”). These portrayals allow the reader to process powerful emotions and to imagine how others process feelings and experiences. The stories can be scary, but ultimately, the characters aren’t human and the story isn’t real. The power of the well-written allegory, whether featuring gods or humans or animals, is to deliver difficult messages and complicated themes in easy-to-read stories.

Books about real animals, particularly animals in the wild, serve to educate readers about nature and, sometimes, our impact on it. Misty of Chincoteague was my very favorite book series as a girl. I read it over and over and credit my lifetime appreciation for the natural world to lessons learned in reading those stories. Just last month, I traveled for the first time (and with my college-age son) to the Virginia island where the real-life Misty lived. Misty’s story has helped keep Chincoteague Island a beautiful refuge for feral herds of ponies.

Here’s a list of our favorites—a little something for animal lovers, inquiring minds, or any child looking for a great story to read on a  warm summer day.

Grades Kindergarten to Second

What’s Your Favorite Animal edited by Eric Carle, various authors
Thirteen beloved authors and illustrators, including Jon Klassen, Lane Smith, Mo Willems, and Rosemary Wells, collaborated with Eric Carle to draw their favorite animals and explain why they love them. This collection is sure to keep youngsters engaged, and may inspire them to write about and draw their favorite animals. At the end, the reader will find a childhood photo of each contributor with their pet, as well as information about their books. All profits go to benefit the Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art.

Yaks Yak: Animal Word Pairs by Linda Sue Park, Illustrated by Jennifer Black Reinhardt
This clever introduction to animal-themed homographs also works as a vocabulary lesson and a catchy read-aloud. Our children are introduced to an array of animals paired with verbs that share their names: “Cranes crane” their elongated necks in one spread, while “Slugs slug slugs” with boxing gloves. “Ack! I’m upside down! I’m upside down!” yells a floundering flounder, and one badger badgers another about the apple it’s carrying, his long-winded pleas too big to fit in the speech bubbles above his head.

Grades 3-4

Misty of Chincoteague (series) written by Marguerite Henry, Illustrated by Dennis Wesley
Marguerite Henry wrote nearly sixty children’s books and stories based on real animals, but this Newbery Honor book is by far her most well-known. In the 1940s, she went to a Virginia island, where she learned all about the herd of wild ponies originating from a sunken Spanish galleon off the coast. Spending time on the island, getting to know the families, and even bringing a Chincoteague pony back to her home in Illinois to spend time with while writing, were all part of the creation of this historical fiction series. This is a charming and memorable tale of a young boy and girl living in a much simpler time, whose hard work and patience paid off. Misty’s descendants still roam the beaches of Chincoteague, partly in thanks to this compelling novel.

I am Jane Goodal – Ordinary People Change the World (series) written by Brad Meltzer
This series was written for the author’s own children so that they could understand that the power to change the world is within them. The heroes are depicted as children throughout, telling their life stories in first-person present tense, which keeps the books playful and understandable to young children. This book starts with her love of animals as a very young child and has a beautiful message to children about accomplishing your dreams by being patient, working hard, and knowing that each of us has an impact on the world.

Grades 5-8

Song for a Whale written by Lynne Kelly
Twelve-year-old Iris, the only deaf student in her sixth-grade class, struggles to communicate with kids at school. She feels a strong connection with Blue 55, a lone whale who can’t communicate with others because its voice is on a different frequency. Iris becomes determined to compose a song for Blue 55 at his frequency and to play it for him in person. This story is great for anyone who loves animals or has struggled to fit in.

The One and Only Ivan written by Katherine Applegate
Ivan is an easygoing gorilla. Living at the Exit 8 Big Top Mall and Video Arcade, he has grown accustomed to humans watching him through the glass walls of his domain. He rarely misses his life in the jungle. In fact, he hardly ever thinks about it at all. Instead, Ivan thinks about TV shows he’s seen and about his friends Stella, an elderly elephant, and Bob, a stray dog. But mostly Ivan thinks about art and how to capture the taste of a mango or the sound of leaves with color and a well-placed line. Then he meets Ruby, a baby elephant taken from her family, and she makes Ivan see their home—and his own art—through new eyes. When Ruby arrives, change comes with her, and it’s up to Ivan to make it a change for the better. If you like this Newbery Award-winning book, try the sequel, The One and Only Bob.

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Keira Pride is the Head Librarian at Stratford School, the leading independent private school founded with a vision of creating a unique, multi-dimensional, educational foundation for children. As Stratford's Head Librarian, she manages the library services department across campuses throughout Northern and Southern California. 

Twin Essentials

 

Natasha D'anna

Natasha D'Anna: Mom of 3, which includes twin girls and a son, wife, NYC Influencer, Award winning Children's book author & ABA Therapist, sharing stories about a bonded lifestyle.

Having twins is double the blessing. It is something that I like to remember rather than being overwhelmed with the thought of having two babies at one time. Now that we’ve shifted those gears; let me share some of the top items that have helped twin parents make life a little easier; especially when doing it alone. Here are the lists of gear needed as well as books that can bring you from day to night.

I wish that I could say that there is a specific rule book when caring for twins, But there isn’t. Just as it goes when having your singleton baby; It is all in the matter of nurture and what fits you comfortably. Journaling was a great way to mentally answer my own questions as well as keep notes and track of our daily routine. Movement was always a great part of our day, and still is. Lastly, call on your fellow twin mamas who laugh at the days that are upside down.


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What to Expect When You're Expecting Twins

The twin parenting book of what to expect when expecting twins

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I loved reading through this book. Its a quick navigator and gives you direct references.

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Bugaboo Donkey for 2

Your second set of wheels

$1889

I loved the position of this stroller. Its easy to access both babies and have them occupy each others attention when strolling.

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Twin 2 Go Carrier

Your second set of hands.

$189

It is such a lifesaver to be able to walk around with both babies as well as balance yourself to better posture and strength.

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Twin Z Pillow for Nursing

Comfortable Nursing like a pro to feed both babies at one time.

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I loved being able to have the extra height and arm support when nursing both babies at one time.

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Baby Connect (Babies Feeding Schedule App)

The app that helps you remember to feed both babies.

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The App that helps you keep track your babies feedings without losing track of which baby ate last.

Photo: Pexels

2020 has been a very wild year for many people. Our patience has been put to the test. It’s also been an opportunity to make sure we are educating our children on the magic of giving. There is one thing all of us can do in this time of uncertainty, and that is making sure our family members, neighbors, friends, strangers, or others that are in need, also feel taken care of by the community.

How do we introduce the topic of giving to our children in a time when they feel like they don’t have a lot that’s being given to them and their worlds have also been turned upside down? There are five ways to successfully introduce and implement giving to your children so that they can continue the magic of giving.

1. Teach the concept of giving. Create an environment that embraces giving. Where in your life are you giving personally? Make a shortlist of the things that you gave in the last week. Was it only of your time tending to children or was it food to the homeless, money to a charity, giving a helping hand, etc? This tangible list will be helpful to have in your mind when sitting down with your children to talk about the concept of giving.

Giving shouldn’t be seen as a loss of something in the eyes of your children. Can you recall a time when a little kid that is still in the nonverbal stage in their life offer whatever they have in their hand to us? Oh, here’s the apple I’m eating why don’t I give it to you. Then the toddler stage comes and “mine” becomes the new favorite word. Giving away things that are theirs becomes more of a challenge. 

Share examples of people less fortunate in their current life or in concept and how happy it would make them feel if they had the toy that you no longer play with or the clothes that no longer fit. 

2. Kids are always watching. Children are big observers. It’s extremely important that what we are saying is also consistent with what we do. We have so many things we do together, especially when we have all been in close proximity. A new and fun family activity can be sorting through clothes and toys together. Put a timer on and try and go as fast as you can. You want to try and have your kids not overthink their loving act. You can also set up some rules that if they are sorting and having a challenge with something that no longer fits but they don’t want to give it away, for example, there can be a final review pile as well. Once the timed exercise is done you can go back to the final review pile and have more of a discussion about the benefits of giving to those that are less fortunate. 

3. Get into a routine of giving. A family that lives together gives together. Routines are things that help children predict what is coming and how to respond appropriately. Set up a quarterly reminder on your calendar for a family review and giving day or night where everyone can go through their belongings to give to someone else in need. 

4. Make giving a priority. We can’t learn a new language unless we make it a priority and focus. This language of giving can expand in all areas of their life. Take time to review during a meal or just before bed where they gave during their day or someone gave them something and how they felt when they received or gave something to someone. It could be as small as sharing a snack, giving a compliment, or doing an extra chore without being asked. 

5. Make giving your family mission. Create a “vision board” that highlights that all of the members of your family are givers. Challenge yourself to make it a focus for the rest of 2020 and beyond and see the other giving and loving people that come into your life. You can have them draw pictures of things they are willing to give and words that they think of when they think of giving. 

There is something truly magical that happens in all of our hearts when we start to turn our focus outward and towards other people. We may be limited in the things that we can do right now but we can challenge ourselves and our children to be limitless in our decision to give. Let’s give it a whirl!

Plank Books is founded by Jane and Katelyn. Jane, a former childhood star of the movie The Mighty Ducks, now has the opportunity and passion to bring joy again to a new generation of children through the Giving Adventures of Sam the Squirrel and other animal friends to come.

As soon as kids can reach a faucet, it seems they are drawn to splashing around in the water—much to the chagrin of your kitchen floor. Turn your little bit’s intrigue into intellect with these simple water-based science experiments for kids that you can do at home

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Cloud in a Jar

What you need: A jar with a lid, 1/3 cup hot water, ice, hairspray.

How to: Pour hot water into jar. Place lid upside down on top of jar. Place a handful of ice cubes on the lid and let sit there for approximately 20 seconds. Remove the lid and quickly spray a spritz of hairspray into the jar. Replace the lid with the ice on top back onto the jar, and watch as a cloud forms inside the jar. When a good amount of condensation forms, remove the lid and watch as the cloud escapes.

How it works: Some of the warm water in the jar turns to water vapor as it rises to the top of the jar and comes into contact with cold air. Water vapor condenses as it cools and a cloud forms when the vapor has something to stick to (i.e. pollution...or hairspray).

photo: Gift of Curiosity

Have you tried any cool water science experiments with your kids?

—Ayren Jackson-Cannady

 

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If you were watching Good Morning America this morning, you were among the first to hear the exciting news. The Hamilton movie, originally intended for a full theatrical release premiering Oct. 2021 will be dropping sooner than expected.Now, the release has been moved up a year and a half to Jul 3 and will stream on Disney+.

Hamilton

Miranda, the show’s creator, and Bob Iger, executive chairman of The Walt Disney Company, made the surprise announcement this morning.

“No other artistic work in the last decade has had the cultural impact of Hamilton—an inspiring and captivating tale told and performed in a powerfully creative way. In light of the extraordinary challenges facing our world, this story about leadership, tenacity, hope, love and the power of people to unite against the forces of adversity is both relevant and impactful,” said Iger. “We are thrilled to bring this phenomenon to Disney+ on the eve of Independence Day, and we have the brilliant Lin-Manuel Miranda and the team behind ‘Hamilton’ to thank for allowing us to do so more than a year before planned.”

According to Miranda, The Hamilton performance that will air on Disney+ was filmed over three days in July 2016 with the original cast. “It just captures that moment in time so beautifully and watching it brings me right back there with that incredible, once-in-a-lifetime company,” he said.

The film is a leap forward in the art of “live capture” which transports its audience into the world of the Broadway show in a uniquely intimate way. Combining the best elements of live theater, film, and streaming, the result is a cinematic stage performance that is a wholly new way to experience Hamilton.

“I’m so proud of how beautifully Tommy Kail has brought ‘Hamilton’ to the screen. He’s given everyone who watches this film the best seat in the house,” said Lin-Manuel Miranda. “I’m so grateful to Disney and Disney+ for reimagining and moving up our release to July 4th weekend of this year, in light of the world turning upside down. I’m so grateful to all the fans who asked for this, and I’m so glad that we’re able to make it happen. I’m so proud of this show. I can’t wait for you to see it.”

Filmed at The Richard Rodgers Theatre on Broadway in Jun. of 2016, Hamilton features Tony Award winners Lin-Manuel Miranda as Alexander Hamilton; Daveed Diggs as Marquis de Lafayette/Thomas Jefferson; Renée Elise Goldsberry as Angelica Schuyler; Leslie Odom, Jr. as Aaron Burr; Tony Award nominees Christopher Jackson as George Washington; Jonathan Groff as King George; Phillipa Soo as Eliza Hamilton; and Jasmine Cephas Jones as Peggy Schuyler/Maria Reynolds; Okieriete Onaodowan as Hercules Mulligan/James Madison; and Anthony Ramos as John Laurens/Philip Hamilton.

The cast also includes Carleigh Bettiol, Ariana DeBose, Hope Easterbrook, Sydney James Harcourt, Sasha Hutchings, Thayne Jasperson, Elizabeth Judd, Jon Rua, Austin Smith, Seth Stewart and Ephraim Sykes.

—Jennifer Swartvagher

Featured photo: Disney+

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As concerned parents, at Red Tricycle we are making every effort to provide you with the most accurate information. However, at this time wide-spread closures are occurring at the last minute due to the spread (or prevention of the spread) of Covid-19. For more on what parents need to know about the Coronavirus outbreak, click here. For current info about the Museum of Illusions check their Facebook page or call ahead before heading to the museum.

Spring Break is fast approaching but you don’t need to leave town to experience something the kids will never forget. The Museum of Illusions and the Upside Down House will make memories and epic photo ops worthy of any vacation. Located right in the heart of LA on Hollywood Boulevard, read on to find out why this incredible museum is worth a visit (and get a sweet offer code to save on tickets).

Special discount for Red Tricycle readers: Buy your tickets now to use later! Now through March 20th, 2020, save 40% on tickets!

This Is Not Like Any Museum You've Been to Before

Full disclosure: the Museum of Illusions and the Upside Down House are not like any other museum in town. You can throw out all of the “don’t touch” and “use your inside voice” cautions on this museum visit!

New 3D Illusions & New Artwork Throughout

Even if you've visited the Museum of Illusions in the past, it's recently undergone a massive upgrade to enrich your experience. All of the existing 3D artworks have been changed, and an entirely new exhibition of 3D Illusions has been unveiled to the public! Think: African Safari, walking on the edge of skyscraper, battling a dragon and more. 

A Next-Level Experience

The new Illusions are now providing an even more immersive, sharp and mesmerizing experience, elevating the Museum of Illusions to an extraordinary new level and transporting you out of the ordinary. 

The Upside Down House

While the original Museum of Illusions exhibit uses 3D graphics painted on the walls to immerse you into other worlds, you'll also find the Upside Down House featuring seven interactive upside-down rooms: bedroom, bathroom, kitchen, living room, and more! Kid climbing the walls at home? Now they can do it, in real life!

Kid-Friendly & Interactive

Totally kid-friendly (and basically a parent’s dream), you are encouraged to touch and interact with every part of the exhibits at the Museum of Illusion and the Upside Down House. Enter the kitchen and you can hang from the chairs and float in midair above a platter of food. What would it be like to sip a milkshake on the ceiling? At the Upside Down House you can find out!

You Will Feel Like a Kid Again (& Your Kids Will Love It)

Best enjoyed in groups (think: birthday party!), bring your whole crew and let the kids and their grown-ups loose to see where their imagination takes them. You can even get in on the action yourself and opt for the VIP treatment where you turn over picture-taking duties to a pro photographer who will follow you through the exhibit and send you Insta-worthy photos at the end.

Kids 5 and Under Are Free

Ready to plan your visit? We've got options for you! Snag an all-access pass if you want to check out both the Museum of Illusions' original 3D exhibit along with the Upside Down House. You can also opt to visit just one and save the other for another day. Whatever you decide, use code REDTRI at checkout and you'll save 15% on admission to Upside Down House or Museum of Illusions. Kids 5 and under are freee. 

 

Museum of Illusions
6751 Hollywood Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA
747-274-9374
Online: laillusions.com

—Kate Loweth

Push your D&D aside for a new magical game––Hasbro has finally released the Stranger Things Monopoly game that will have you racing around Hawkins and fending off demigorgons.

Forget collecting properties and railroads, in the new limited edition Monopoly: Stranger Things you’ll be running from the Starcourt Mall to Mike’s basement playing with silver tokens that resemble iconic images from the hit Netflix series, like an Eggo waffle and a D&D die.

photo: Hasbro

Instead of houses and hotels, players will collect forts and glow-in-the-dark hideouts––in case you feel like dimming the lights for a really spook-tacular game. Good fortune comes in the form of Upside Down cards, which can give players special powers, like Eleven’s and a special four-sided die sends you traveling through Hawkins’ underground tunnels.

The Monopoly Game: Stranger Things Collector’s Edition is currently available for purchase at Gamestop.com for $19.99. If you haven’t finished watching the third season of Stranger Things, that gives you some time to get caught up before game night.

—Shahrzad Warkentin

 

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