Nothing says summer like homemade popsicles. That’s why we’ve compiled the ultimate list of recipes for summer popsicles for kids—from fruit popsicles to creamsicles to homemade fudge pops that are full of flavor. These popsicle recipes are super easy, super refreshing, and a great project for young chefs. There are so many delicious frozen treats to beat the summer heat!
Your kiddos will go gaga for the out-of-this-world colors of these rainbow popsicles from The First Year Blog. There are a whopping seven layers and each sports a ton of fruit and flavor. The result looks like a truly tasty tie-dyed treat!
Oh, the thrill of being a kid and sipping a Shirley Temple! This idea from Candy Jar Chronicle takes that same classic taste and turns it into a frozen treat.
Need a great way to use up ripe (or slightly over-ripe) peaches? Bookmark these fruit popsicles, STAT! They're made from pureed fresh peaches and are basically summertime on a stick. Get the recipe from The View from Great Island.
Get a taste of autumn any ol' time with popsicles that pack in the pumpkin flavor. They also include Greek yogurt and granola, which means you could even have a popsicle for breakfast. Get the recipe from Salt & Lavender.
You're gonna love these layers! Just picture this: creamy pineapple swirled with a fresh strawberry puree and no dyes or refined sugar. Best of all, they're the perfect combo of easy, pretty, and delicious. For the recipe, flow on over to One Lovely Life.
These beauties from One Lovely Life really pop with bright raspberry flavor! The kiddos will love covering them in chocolate magic shell and their fave toppings, but don't worry—they look fancy but are simple to whip up.
Are you ready to get refreshed? Boulder Locavore’s Coconut Water Pineapple Popsicles are the ultimate way to hydrate this summer. Along with the coconut water, these pops also have pineapple juice, lime juice, and a handful of raspberries. They’re vegan, tasty, and (literally) cool.
Nostalgia alert! If there’s a special place in your heart for melty, chocolatey fudgesicles, you need to try this recipe from Baker by Nature. These pops have that same taste you know and love, with a healthy twist.
Confession: we’re nuts about these homemade popsicles from Simple Vegan Blog. They include ingredients like banana, almond milk, and maple syrup; and as for the chocolate coating? Let’s just say once you make your own magic shell, you’ll never go back.
These cheerful funfetti creamsicles from Garlic My Soul are the perfect treat for a hot summer's day. Made with coconut cream, orange juice, honey, and of course, funfetti sprinkles, the creamy tanginess will be a hit.
A root beer float in popsicle form? We’re in! This popsicle recipe from Boulder Locavore is basically your fave soda-and-ice-cream treat, poured into your fave molds. Genius? We think so.
When you can’t grab the fam and head to Hawaii, the next best thing is one oofo these tropical popsicles from Recipe Runner. They’re the perfect combo of creamy and icy—perfect for higher temps and hungry tummies.
These chocolate peanut butter pops are the perfect deviation from fruit pops. Plus, they're the perfect treat for chocolate lovers to keep around! Try topping it off with some whipped cream or your favorite topping. You'll find this recipe at The Kitchen McCabe.
Any kid worth his salt knows that lemonade is pretty much a summer requirement. Add on the taste of fresh strawberries and tangy yogurt and you’ve got a refreshing match made in heaven. You can thank Pass the Sushi for this homemade popsicle inspiration.
What’s black and white and sweet all over? These Oreo-inspired popsicles from The View from Great Island! These fantabulous treats have honest-to-goodness whole cookies inside them, so every bite has the potential to be your favorite bite.
Here’s the scoop on paletas: they’re Latin American ice pops that are usually made from fresh fruit. That means they’re extra refreshing and extra easy to make yourself. These Triple Berry Paletas from Lola Cocina fit the bill, and they can be customized to your kid’s palate with different berry combinations.
Good news - these homemade popsicles are as yummy as they are pretty! Emily from One Lovely Life combines orange juice and strawberries to create these vibrant pops.
Just like the rocket pops from the ice cream truck, but way healthier, these patriotic popsicles will be a sure-fire hit at your summer BBQs. Get the recipe from Beth at Pass the Plants.
Kick up your popsicle game with these mango chili popsicles from Isabel Eats. Yummy, sweet mango meets its match in a touch of chili for a delicious take on these summer treats.
This classic flavor combo comes together in a refreshing homemade popsicle that's perfect for cooling down in the summer heat. Erin from Food Fanatic breaks down how easy this recipe really is!
Save yourself some major time (and stress!) with these picky eater hacks!
The struggle is real when it comes to the battle of the picky eater. Even if you’ve made sure to follow all the “rules” about starting your little ones out with a variety of foods so that they have a taste for lots of different flavors or not forcing them to eat anything, it’s entirely possible you’ve still ended up with a picky eater. And that’s completely okay! You’re most definitely not alone. The good news is that you don’t have to dread every food interaction with these brilliant picky eater hacks!
There are some fabulous ideas out there to make getting your little ones to eat. Or, at least, to get the nutrition they need if they aren’t willing to eat a balanced diet. We’ve found some of the best supplements, books, tools, and of course snack and meal ideas that make eating not just easier, but also, dare we say, fun? There are lots of solutions available, and we have some of the best right here. And not to worry—lots of kiddos grow out of their picky eater stage eventually, and, quite honestly, as long as they’re actually eating, you can consider that a win, too! These picky eater hacks will just make it so much simpler!
Kabrita Junior Nutrition Goat Milk Powder
Kabrita is an easy way to get your kids the nutrition they need! It has a mild flavor that little ones love and each glass of their Junior Nutrition Goat Milk Powder is 6g of gentle A2 protein, along with prebiotics and added probiotics to help support a healthy gut! Kabrita Junior is an ideal nutritional boost for picky eaters—fortified with DHA, and vitamins C, D and E to support their immune system. And keep an eye out for Kabrita at Costo soon!
One of the many glowing reviews of the Kabrita Snack Puffs with Goat Cheese from John P. raves that the "These puffs are our son’s favorite; always a hit!". They taste fantastic and are an awesome first finger food! And keep an eye out for Kabrita at Costo soon!
The "after you eat treat" is smile-friendly, thanks to ingredients that help neutralize the acidity and raise the pH level in your mouth. High acidity contributes to tooth decay, so by reducing acidity, Zollipops can help teeth re-mineralize faster and make them stronger and harder!
Probiotics keep not only your kiddos' bellies happy, they also contribute to boosting their immunity! For kiddos 3+, just add a flavorless, dissolvable packet to food like yogurt or applesauce. How easy is that?
Believe it or not, kids love these seaweed sheets! They have a crispy texture that's a lot of fun to snack on for little ones. Don't believe us? Check out this review from Amazon: "My kids love it. My 18 month old baby eats seaweed like candy. My 10 year old also has claimed this as her favorite snack." It's one of almost 22K reviews, too!
hint Kids Water has no calories, sugar, diet sweeteners, calories, preservatives, animal products, dairy, MSG, nuts, or gluten and comes in 4 fruit flavors!
Veggie up anything with these veggie sprinkles from Easy Peasie! Simply put, they're non-GMO dried vegetables that have been ground up into shakable sprinkles that you can add to everything from spaghetti to smoothies to sweets.
Designed by a mom with fussy eaters of her own, the SpinMeal lets you add different foods into the fun compartments and let kiddos spin the arrow and eat from the compartment where it lands!
Fuel their minds and their bodies with this awesome memory snack game! Kids get to test their memories and snack away. It also makes sneaking a few new foods into their game much easier!
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Want to throw an epic party for your kid? These birthday party venues in Atlanta make it easy on parents without skimping on fun for kids
Does your little one have a birthday right around the corner? While it’s always fun to bring the party to you, it’s also nice to farm it out. That’s why we’ve scoured the city to find indoor birthday party venues in Atlanta perfect for kids of all ages and interests. From creating an original video game to planning a slime-filled celebration, these Atlanta spots are big on birthday fun. Plus, you can leave the planning to the experts for this one. All you have to do is pack up your birthday crew and head to one of the epic places for the best party ever.
Where to Plan a Birthday Party…for the Artist
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Sloomoo Institute
If there's one thing all kids can get behind, it's slime. That's why we can't wait for Atlanta's newest slimy spot in Buckhead to open. Like nothing you've ever experienced before you'll enter an all-senses-on-deck space where slime is the main ingredient. Interactive? Yes. Epic? No doubt. And soon this venue that features a DIY bar where kids can create over four million different slime concoctions using 40 colors, 150 charms, and 60 scents featuring fruits, florals, and more will be ready to host parties in the city. This place will inspire every guest to put down their phones and get into some serious fun.
Good to Know: Sloomoo Institute plans to open in late November 2022, and has plans to host birthday parties when they do.
If you're looking to cook up some fun—but without the mess of turning them loose in your kitchen—then look no further than Young Chefs Academy. 90-minute parties in brightly-colored kitchens with instructor-led cooking classes are a foolproof option for a seriously sweet birthday memory.
Gear up for another great year with an unforgettable tech-powered celebration at this new Atlanta-area party location. With everything from tiny robots programmed using markers to designing an original video game, this place has something for every age and every budget. All parties last for 90 minutes, including 60 minutes of playtime and a 30-minute break for refreshments. So feel free to bring in pizza, drinks, dessert, and cake, and they'll gladly take care of basic plasticware.
3320-3370 Sugarloaf Pkwy., Suite G2 Lawrenceville, GA Online:thecodewiz.com
Brainy Bytes
With four different party packages to choose from, your birthday kiddo and friends will have a blast with Brainy Bytes. They can use Buildy Bots to create a dino world or work with LEGOs to build spinners or Battle Bots. And the newest party package—Minecraft Battle Royale will leave guests wanting more after they've created and played their own Battle Royale game on a private server. Whichever option you choose, Brainy Bytes provides party planners to guide the kids through everything and all the robotic parts needed for an amazing two-hour experience. Here's what you supply—the cake and a location for the party. Packages start at $250 for up to 10 party guests (including birthday child), with a minimum of six attendees.
Insider Tip: Forget the goodie bag and let your guests create their own Mini-fig as a party favor instead ($3/guest).
Oodazu is a party spot unlike any we have in Atlanta, offering a full yoga program for kids, scaling towers that resemble cityscapes, climbing walls, a ceiling-to-floor donut slide, virtual reality stations, a cafe offering healthy snack options, a parent's lounge for mom and dad where they can view a live feed of the yoga room, work at laptop stations, or watch TV. In addition, two private party spaces—where you can bring in your food and cake—are flooded with natural light and west coast-inspired decorations, and they're open weekends and weekdays for your party dreams. Packages start at $500 for weekdays and $600 for weekends and include two hours of play, a party attendant, and one of the private party spaces. Our tip? Check out the add ons that make this one of the easiest parties to throw in town. From themes, to pizzas, to a festive pinata, they can take care of everything.
Insider Tip: Oodazu has got some balloon game. If you're looking for balloons garlands, clusters, arches, and more for your next celebration, check them out.
Buck's is located near Peachtree Battle and Peachtree in a 1940s barn and offers themed birthday parties (superheroes, princesses, and movie characters, to name a few)—including their famed circus party. You bring the cake and the food; they handle the rest. On-site parties start at $425 and off-site parties start at $225.
Try an indoor party at iFly, Atlanta's only indoor skydiving facility for your thrill-seekers. Guests as young as three can try soaring in the specially-designed wind tunnel, and party packages come with a take-home digital video of your time in the tunnel. iFly takes care of the party details, with a party host, pre-flight instructions, and gear (suit, goggles, helmet, and earplugs)—plus 30 minutes of flying, balloons, paper products, pizza, and drinks. All you need to bring is the cake and a sense of adventure.
Is it any wonder this trampoline park, ninja course, and rock climbing center made our list of top birthday party venues in Atlanta for kids? It's got everything you need to throw a memorable party for your kiddo and friends. They'll have anywhere from 60-75 minutes of activity time (depending on package), plus pizza, a jump pass for each guest and enough time in the party room to scarf down some 'za and cake. But we know parents will love the fact they provide a party host and all the paper goods you need so you don't have to haul them from home. Choose between two party packages ($290-$310).
Good to Know: Got a tot? This is a great place to host a party for the under 5 set. Similar to the standard packages, the Toddler Time Party ($170) includes everything you need.
With a ninja warrior obstacle course that's no joke, your kiddos will be jumping off the walls on the Mad Maxx super trampoline, swinging from the rafters (with a trapeze over a foam pit), and flying high on plenty of indoor trampoline courses, as well. Every party package includes full access to all attractions, plus the Dunk Zone, Tumbling area, and Extreme Dodgeball. Best news? Trained party hosts, pizza, and adventure souvenir cups come with every party. Plus, to make things easy, you can add on all sorts of extras, including drinks, arcade packages, and even a private room to get exactly the part you want. Packages start at $350 for 10 jumpers.
This movement and obstacle course party gives your guests the entire run of the facility, filling the celebration with instructor-led games, music, and fun LEGO® Juniors or LEGO DUPLO® building activities created with your birthday boy or girl in mind.
Locations in Alpharetta/Johns Creek, Smyrna & Snellville Online:thelittlegym.com
If your birthday boy or girl is a huge college football fan, take them to the Hall of Fame for their all-access passes to the Hall, including time in the Touchstone Tunnel, Indoor Playing Field, and Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl Skill Zone. You'll score big with this party, where they'll get to kick field goals, throw like QBs, and take on an obstacle course. Packages do not include food and beverage, which may be purchased (but not brought in) for an additional cost. You can, however, bring in your cake.
Jump, twirl, and soar at this circus-arts-themed party. Guests receive one-on-one instruction on the trapeze and web, plus a session with expert face painting. Parties are for up to 24 guests and last two hours, which includes 90 minutes in the Aerial Room and access to a party room for a half hour. You provide the kids, refreshments, and decorations. Packages start at $540 (Basic) for up to 12 guests for two hours.
Good to Know: Parties are held at the Decatur location only.
Little racers can skid into Andretti's for a day of indoor birthday karting and games at the 100,000-square-foot facility. Party packages include junior meals, beverages, unlimited arcade play, goodie bags with points for redemption prizes, balloon decorations and online invitations.
Perfect for any weather, Catch Air houses shiny, clean, and sherbert-hued slides, ball pits, climbing structures, and a dance floor where Elmo and other characters come out to party with your people. Locations vary in layout, but are similarly stocked, staffed, and run. Older kids will enjoy the netted climbing structure and obstacle course, while Little's rock their own separate section. From $249, depending on the day and package inclusions.
2505 Chastain Meadows Pkwy., Suite 103 Marietta, GA
There's no doubt about it. The Children's Museum is a brilliant place to play, with creative, interactive exhibits that educate and entertain. Kids will love driving the crane, working at a Waffle House, hitting the grocery store, and exploring the incredible climbing structure in the heart of the museum. And we're happy to report birthday parties are happening again at the museum. Choose from a Regular or Extended Party Package for your next event. Each one is offered on Saturdays and Sundays (with the exception of Sensory Session Sundays), and can be booked during either Session A or B. You'll enjoy three hours of museum play time for up to 12 people, plus time in the party room.
With two ways to party, this is one cool spot to host a birthday in the city. On the day of the party, you and your guests can enter the aquarium as early as you would like, and now you are welcome to bring your decorations, cake, drinks, or refreshments. Parties are hosted on Saturdays and Sundays, and start at $45 per person with a 15-person minimum. You'll get 90 minutes of party time for the standard package, and there are a few fun perks that make the Premium Party worth the extra cash. With this party-goers get reserved seats at the dolphin presentation, and it comes with themed decorations so you don't have to worry about those details. But the best perk of all might just be the parking voucher for one car. No headache parking day is a total win.
Good to Know: If you really want to make an impression on your guests, why not book the Aquarium Sleepover? The kids will be talking about it forever.
Perfect for everyone in your rough-and-tumble set to your princess-ballerina babes, the Peach Pit offers parties that range from parkour to break-dancing to gymnastics and tumbling. Parties include free play, instructional time, and room for cake and ice cream, and the packages costs $425 for up to 20 kids, with add-on options for refreshments or additional time. Ponies, face painting, and special character visits are just a few of the add-ons you can choose.
Dinner can be a challenge, but it doesn’t have to be with the best meal delivery service options available for your family.
“What’s for dinner?” is our favorite question—said no parent ever—especially not when it’s 5 p.m. and you don’t have an answer to that question. With our round up of meal and meal delivery services, you’ll say goodbye to grocery shopping, meal planning, prep and best of all, all that cleanup.
Hello Fresh
HelloFresh
The goal of HelloFresh is to bring the fun of cooking back into people’s lives by doing all the planning, portioning and shopping for in-season, sustainably-sourced, healthy and flavorful ingredients. HelloFresh prides itself on its delicious recipes with quick cook times; all your chopping, zesting and sautéeing will take less than 30 minutes.
Feeding your family delicious food that doesn't break the bank is just about everyone's goals so we are on board with this value meal brand. Of all the samples we've tried, their Cajun Chicken Sausage Penne was a top favorite—we're talking lick-the-plate-clean good!
Cost: starts at $6/meal + shipping. Online: everyplate.com
Hungryroot
Hungryroot
Offering both groceries and recipes to go with, your family can easily plan for meals, snacks and everything in between! Most recipes are prepped and on the dinner table within 10-15 minutes (try the creamy miso salmon) with the option for roast-and-ready meals that are conveniently popped in the oven. Fill your fridge with produce, protein and delicious snacks from Hungryroot and never be hungry again.
Cost: Starts at $70/delivery with free shipping. Online: hungryroot.com
Territory
Territory
Fresh meals from local chefs straight to your door equals taking your dinners to the next level. Easily meet your health and wellness goals with gluten, refined sugar and dairy-free recipes while subscribing to a plan to filter your preferences and choose for delivery even for once a week. We also loved that every packaging item was either recyclable or compostable which is important to us plus the ability to donate meals to our local community means you can feel great about your meal delivery service.
Cost: starts at $11/meal for the smaller “boost” size or $14/meal for standard size. Online: territoryfoods.com
Martha Stewart & Marley Spoon
Marley Spoon
Have 30 minutes and can follow six easy, precise steps? That is all it takes to allow your inner Martha to shine with this cook-at-home food delivery service! With 29 menu choices every week and meal tags such as family-friendly, under-30 minutes, gluten-free and other categories, there is something for everyone. Bonus: the website provides big, colorful step-by-step photos for kids who want to help.
Cost: Plans start at $10/portion + $10 shipping. Online: marleyspoon.com
Gobble
One pan. 15 minutes. That is the only requirement before dinner can be on your table! Gobble shops, chops and delivers gourmet three-step recipes for one-pan cooking with zero prep required. In fact, their main selling point is that every recipe takes 15 mins to cook, which is something we can all get on board with. Choose between Classic vs Lean and Clean recipes and personalize it as you see fit. Having been voted by Parents magazine as the #1 Meal Kit delivery service means that picky eaters are sure to find something they like.
Cost: Prices start at $12/serving (dinner for 4). Online: gobble.com
Freshly
Freshly
With a food philosophy centered on less sugar, less processed and more nutrients, the menu features fresh, chef-cooked comfort food meals with smart ingredient swaps.
Cost: starts at $10/meal for 4-12 meals per week. Online: Freshly.com
Green Chef
With plans like Keto + Paleo, Balanced Living and Plant-Powered, healthy eating at home is the name of the game with Green Chef. Organic produce and eggs delivered to you with easy recipes means eating well and healthy go hand in hand. Set up your deliveries to come weekly or less frequently if you prefer.
Cost: Meals start at $13/serving with $10 shipping. Online: greenchef.com
Blue Apron
Blue Apron has been part of the meal delivery game for a long time and their expertise shows. We love that the meals typically take 40 minutes or less and include kid-friendly ingredients like baked chicken and pasta while exposing kids to different flavors such as curry and chile-lime. With super easy-to-follow recipes, you can definitely get the kids involved in the cooking process.
Cost: Meals cost $12/serving with $10 shipping. Online: blueapron.com
Home Chef
Home Chef
Home Chef meal kits offer fresh, pre-portioned ingredients and easy-to-follow recipes delivered weekly. Curate a box to personalize the cooking experience you want: 30 vs 15 min meal prep, grill ready, oven ready, or even special occasions in which a premium meal ups the ante. Most recipes include a "Customize It" option to accommodate any dietary needs or kid-friendly preferences. Our taste testers enjoyed the Cheesy Steak and Chipotle Ranch sandwiches and were licking their fingers at the end of the meal while the French Onion Chicken was also delectable and essentially French Onion soup on a plate.
Cost: Meals start at $7/serving. Online: homechef.com
Dinnerly
Dinnerly
If your goal is to get a wholesome, easy meal on the table for your family, then Dinnerly is the meal delivery option for you. Each week Dinnerly customers choose from over a dozen options which change each week. Each meal has only five prep steps and takes less than 30 minutes to get on the table, perfect for rushed weeknight dinners. Not interested in getting your box this week? No problem! You can skip any time.
Cost: Meals start at $5/person. Online: dinnerly.com
Veestro
With 100% organic, vegan and gluten-free chef-prepared entrees, soups and juices there are no animal products of any kind here, ever! Chick'n Nuggets with chipotle dipping sauce complete with veganaise will do the trick and no one will miss the meat. Meeting your family’s dietary needs has never been easier or more delicious.
Cost: Starting at $11 for 30 meals. Online: veestro.com
Purple Carrot
Purple Carrot brings you plant-forward meals that are both good for you and good for the planet. Choose from Quick & Easy, High-Protein, Gluten-Free or Chef’s Choice dinners and customize your choices to your liking. All meals are meat-free, easy to prepare with the option to add on breakfast, lunch and snack items to get you through the week. Skip or cancel any time.
Sun Basket’s meal kits come with organic produce with paleo, gluten-free, vegetarian and family menu selections. Their "super speedy" meals go from box to table in less than 20 minutes, "one pot" meals keep the dishes to a minimum and Fresh & Ready meals are pre-cooked, pre-packaged to go from oven/microwave to dinner table in six minutes. WIN.
Parents will love how Sun Basket encourages kids to participate in the cooking process (which has been shown to create more adventurous eaters). Each recipe includes a "Kids Can" section with suggestions of how kids can contribute to the meal prep by juicing a lemon, timing the orzo or strip the mint leaves.
There's nothing fussy here—organic, non-GMO ingredients come pre-chopped, pre-measured and ready to go from box to table in less than 30 minutes. Kid-sized portions (about half of an adult-sized portion) and pricing is available by indicating how many children are in the family. Bonus: free, gourmet and organic cookie dough is included in every box!
Cost: Plans start at $14/serving. Online: onepotato.com
Thistle
Thistle
If you are looking to up your family's health quotient this year (and who isn't?!) then Thistle is the meal delivery service for you. They offer fully-prepared breakfast, lunch and dinner, as well as juices, snacks, wellness shots and more. Every menu item is gluten and dairy free with vegan and non-vegan options.
Cost: Fully-customizable packages start at $42/week or $12/meal. Online: thistle.com
Methodology
Methodology
As a pre-prepared food delivery company, Methodology aims to nourish your body with foods that help it perform at it's tip-top level. With a menu designed by food lovers for food lovers, your taste buds will thank you.
Flexibility and options rule at Good Eggs as you can choose a single meal kits We love their family-friendly meal kits like the One Pot Pasta e Fagioli. Simply heat and toss to get a comforting meal in minutes (add a side salad and take-and-bake garlic loaf for a complete meal).
Cost: Meals start at $18 for 3 servings. Online: goodeggs.com
Pocket Chefs
Pocket Chefs
For a meal service of a different style, enlist the help of a professional chef in your own home! Pocket Chefs enables families to hire affordable and experienced culinary professionals to assist with everyday cooking needs. This service enlists vetted, culinary professionals who have served many years as private chefs, caterers or restaurant chefs. All of their chefs pass a background check and are certified through SafeServ for cleanliness standards. Pocket Chefs understands the needs of your family and aims to deliver delicious and affordable meals in the comfort of your home. You can simply create an account, pick your preferred package and schedule when you'd like your Pocket Chef to arrive and start cooking!
The chef will call you beforehand to go over your meal plan and grocery list, taking into consideration any food restrictions or allergies. You purchase the groceries according to a list provided by your chef and then the chef shows up at the agreed-upon time to cook the meals for you.
They say the kitchen is the heart of the home and that’s why we love family cookbooks. To help freshen up your recipe repertoire and get the kiddos excited to help in the kitchen, we’ve rounded up the best in new family cookbooks. From step-by-step recipes to creative cakes for kids, these family cookbooks will guide you through everything from breakfast to dinner, with make-ahead tips and recipes for even the pickiest of eaters.
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We try to steer clear of villains like Mother Gothel, but her recipe for Hazelnut Parsnip Soup sounds beyond delicious. In this new enchanted-themed recipe, budding bakers can whip up everything from Royal Soufflé and Tournament Fruit Pie to Mad Hatter's Muffins. It makes the perfect gift for Disney enthusiasts, too!
Snackable Bakes: 100 Easy-Peasy Recipes for Exceptionally Scrumptious Sweets and Treats
Have you ever had a moment where you really just needed to satisfy your sweet tooth, but didn't have the patience to go on a baking extravaganza? Enter: the snackable bakes. This fabulous cookbook is packed with 100 "easy-peasy recipes" that are fun and beyond delicious. It makes the perfect, quick activity for families since most recipes are done in under an hour, many of which don't even require an oven.
Food Network Magazine The Recipe-A-Day Kids Cookbook
With 365 recipes and a photo for each one, kids will immediately love this cookbook that brings major cooking inspo. Arranged by month, small chefs can either follow the day of the year or pick and choose what to make. There's plenty to be whipped up: from drinks and desserts to dinner and snacks.
It's pinkies up with this new Disney cookbook! With over 50 recipes inspired by your favorite princesses, little chefs will have everything they need to throw the perfect tea party. Choose from fancy sips like Under the Sea Pineapple Punch, tiny sandwiches that include Moana Toasted Coconut-Banana Toast and sweat treats like Flynn Rider Blondie Bites. With stunning accompanying photos, adults will love digging into this book just as much as kids.
Get ready for a kitchen takeover as this fun cookbook from America's Test Kitchen will definitely inspire the next generation of chefs. It starts them off with some kitchen fundamentals like why it's important to read a recipe all the way through before trying it, and then sends them off to try recipes like Shiitake-Beef Ramen, Cheeseburger Sliders and Esquites. Recipes are ranked by difficulty and there are quite a few vegetarian options for Meatless Mondays.
Chewy Blue Goo, Boxed Gox, Lorax Leaves, oh my! Any Dr. Seuss fan will love the 50+ recipes that embrace the whimsical nature of the famed author, while also sneakily serving up healthy grub.
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Shopping for kids can be a struggle, especially when you’re trying to be creative and avoid the toy aisle for birthdays and other special occasions. But what if they could get something new and fun every month? That’s where a subscription box or service comes in. From celebrating women who’ve helped change our world to learning their way around the kitchen and exploring new worlds, scroll down to see our favorite subscription services for kids for any time of year.
Alltruists
Alltruists' subscription box isn't just an activity, it's a carefully curated program of at-home volunteer and giving projects. Using creativity and play, each eco-friendly box helps kids understand social and environmental topics and comes with conversation guides for parents, a donation experience, projects and empathy-building activities. Boxes include important topics like homelessness, clean water, bees and hunger.
We love this kit because it combines science with cooking! Each adventure kit is filled with a recipe, pre-measured dry ingredients and 2-3 STEAM-based projects that are all theme related. Uncover a new adventure and learning experience every time! In the Galaxy Donuts kit, you'll learn about the constellations and how to calculate the weight of planets.
Lovevery’s new Toddler Play Kits are an expansion of its highly praised subscription box service. Previously available for infants ages 0-12 months, Toddler Play Kits are designed for a child's second year of life. Expertly designed to foster brain development and help advance cognitive development, each Toddler Play Kit includes science-backed, sustainably produced play products and activities toddlers want and require for brain development, at exactly the right time. For parents, the Play Kits include need-to-know guidance in the form of The Play Guides—mini books that walk parents through the "how tos” of making the most of play time with their children, backed by all the research parents often don’t have the time to read. Unlike Baby Play Kits, which are shipped every other month, Toddler Play Kits ship every three months with fuller boxes.
Deliver some holiday cheer with a gift box from YearCheer! This fun subscription box offers holiday decorations and more that come right to your door. Targeted for kids ages 4-10, YearCheer's Halloween box came packed with fun like a haunted village to build and set up on your table, spider garland, spooky sounds noisemaker and more. There was even a ghost-shaped cookie cutter and instructions on how to create a boo box for your friends. Tying it all together was a favorite Halloween book, Room on the Broom. Available in single-month and longer subscriptions as well as non-recurring giftable options.
If your tween is obsessed with everything Claire's, this is the gift for them. Choose a one-time or monthly subscription and they'll get surprise glam delivered right to their door.
We Craft Box is an award-winning monthly kids craft kit for kids ages 3-9. With a themed story, 4-5 coordinating crafts, easy-to-follow photo directions, and all materials sent right to your door, the box can be shared between two children. You'll especially love the themed holiday boxes!
Get your three favorite Dr. Seuss™ & His Friends books for just $3, delivered right to your door. From The Cat in the Hat to P.D. Eastman's classic Are You My Mother? Dr. Seuss™ & His Friends offers sturdy, hardcover books they'll read again and again. Start out by building your welcome package of the first three books. After that, you'll get three books shipped to your door, each month. You’re in control: you can pause, skip, change shipping frequency or cancel anytime. You can even preview your three books online and add or replace books before they ship!
We love this subscription box for kids ages 5-9 and know you will too! You'll get a new science kit every month to learn about scientific topics like pressure, immiscible liquids, strength and jet propulsion. Download the AR app to get even more in-depth info on your project. Cancel your subscription at any time.
Want your kiddos to experience the ultimate joy of reading? The Just Right Reader subscription box combines entertainment and education in the perfect way. Kids will receive books specifically selected for them alongside items like superhero outfits, funny glasses, necklaces, laser reading pointers, reading finger buddies, stamps, stickers and more to get them amped up to read.
Little fashionistas will love Rowan's earring subscription box. Every month, littles will get a pair of nickel-free, hypoallergenic earrings designed in Brooklyn, NY with your choice of Gold Vermeil or Sterling Silver. In addition, every month your box comes with a thought-provoking mindfulness card to inspire conversation and a surprise accessory. You can also choose to upgrade your first box and snag a signature Rowan accessories bundle which includes an acrylic earring stand, satin travel pouch, journal, pen and a surprise extra pair of earrings while supplies last.
The brainchild of Bay Area Children's Theater Company, Play On! is an audio musical adventure kit for kids. There are two different boxes: Discover (0-5) and Adventure (5-10), and the boxes make it easier for BACT to share their award-winning programming with kids all over the U.S. during COVID and beyond. Every month, kids get everything they need to bring the magic of theater to their own homes; the most unique aspect is the audio elements that can be unlocked once the box arrives. Kids can use the materials to perform again and again. Opt for a single kit or a monthly subscription.
Cost: $40 for a single box, $120 for a year's subscription.
For the kiddos who love to lounge in the tub, this monthly subscription is a great gift idea. Each box contains goodies like waterproof books, bath bombs, activities, bath crayons and more. It's basically a bath party in a box!
What started as a family book club focused on literature about or from African countries has grown into a monthly book box that focuses on globally diverse books and learning materials for kids. Founder Bunmi Emenanjo says "Studies have shown that kids who are exposed to diverse cultures cultivate a global awareness that makes them more empathetic and compassionate. I firmly believe that such exposure leads them to not just accept cultures different from their own, but to celebrate them!"
There are four levels for different readers ranging from picture books to young adult novels. In addition to the books, subscribers will also get fact cards, a postcard, a culturally relevant souvenir and more. You can even purchase some of the previous month's boxes if they are available.
After she saw how travel (especially international) helps parents to empower their kids with cultural awareness, founder Dr. Zabina Bhasin—child psychiatrist and mom of two—came up with the idea for InKidZ. Focused on countries like Turkey, Guatemala or Australia, each box has been carefully curated by Bhasin and a few parent ambassadors (thing puzzles, jewelry, activity sheets, stickers, crayons and more), and each one strives to educate kids about various global cultures in a thought-provoking way. The “In the Know” cards are especially fun. Similar to trivia cards, they’re great for the car or family dinners. Topics range from how to speak in Turkish to knowing milestones made by iconic Black Americans.
Cost:Choose between bi-monthly ($49 for one kid, $59 for siblings) or annual ($270 for one kid, $300 for siblings, six boxes a year).
Founded by a Black CEO and father of six who sought to create nonfiction books covering topics that his kids were ready to discuss, A Kids Book About Box includes best-selling and popular titles like A Kids Book About Gratitude, A Kids Book About Racism, A Kids Book About Empathy, and A Kids Book About Belonging. Other books touch on subjects like bullying, creativity, disabilities, voting and more. Even better, A Kids Book About celebrates diverse authors who write stories influenced by their own experiences, which gives readers access to all kinds of voices.
Cost: Starting at $20/book, and monthly subscriptions start at $17
Baketivity boxes are sure to put a smile on your little baker's face! Each themed box comes with pre-measured ingredients, kid-friendly instructions, colorful lessons and games to play while your treats bake and a shopping list if you need to add anything extra. All the included ingredients are vacuum-packed fresh, and when you sign up for a subscription, your kiddo will get a Baketivity hat and apron! The newest kit is the limited-edition Positivity Cookie Kit Project, which aims to encourage conversations about diversity and equality, and there are tons of other baking kits, like whoopie pies, pull-apart cupcakes, muffins, cinnamon buns, cookies, cake pops and bagels. You can buy a one-time kit or subscribe to receive one on a monthly basis.
From the creative genius of Sago Mini comes the new Sago Mini Box subscription, a kit that creates hands-on experiences for kids ages 3-5. Every month, subscribers will receive a new box that encourages open-ended play and make and play activities that are easy to assemble. In addition to the box and three themed activities, kids will receive a letter from a Sago Mini character! Sago keeps sustainability at the forefront, with all paper materials constructed from recycled content or sourced from the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC Certified).
Cost: $19 per month, or $15 per month when you subscribe annually
GIRLS CAN! CRATE is a new subscription box that celebrates the lives of women who've changed our world. From Bessie Coleman and Dr. Irene Uchida to Frida Kahlo, Marie Curie, Madam CJ Walker and Dorothea Lange, GIRLS CAN! CRATE celebrates the lives and stories of diverse women across race, profession and the world so that every girl who picks up a crate will see something of herself reflected in her GIRLS CAN! experience. Choose between two monthly offerings: the original GIRLS CAN! CRATE which includes a 20-page activity book, two or three STEAM activities, a collectible button, tote bag and tips for grown-ups related to the month's featured lady's trait; or the mini-mailer which is a smaller version of the original GIRLS CAN! CRATE. All aspects of the GIRLS CAN! experience, from start to finish, are curated by its all-female owned and operated company.
Cost: Crate subscriptions start at $35 per month. Mini-mailers start at $18.50 per month.
Little Global Citizens is a subscription box that looks to take children (ages 4-10) on a new adventure around the world every other month, focusing on the culture and the people of a new country. Each box brings to life a new country through carefully curated books, cultural activities in the form of games, puzzles and quizzes, interactive crafts, language and recipes for a themed dinner party night. The brand uses their Montessori Educator to curate each box. The founder of LGC, Akeelah Kuraishi, says that the ultimate mission of Little Global Citizen is to foster open-mindedness, compassion and global awareness.
Cost: $40 for a bi-monthly subscription; $50 if you want to add an additional set of craft and activity materials for a sibling.
Kids who love cooking and STEM learning will love this new subscription box from America’s Test Kitchen Kids. The Young Chefs’ Club box is jam-packed with kid-tested, kid-approved recipes, science experiments, creative items (think: DIY board games, tortilla warmers, special sprinkles) and more. Designed to inspire a new generation of empowered cooks, engaged eaters and curious experimenters, each box contains recipes that have been tested by over 5,000 kids in the US and received at least an 80% approval rating. Each month, kids will receive a box based on a theme, ranging from specific ingredients such as cheese or bread, to cooking techniques like cake decorating, to scientific subjects centered around texture or molecular gastronomy. The projects range from 15 minutes to a few hours, depending on the child's age and ability, and grocery lists are emailed before the boxes arrive. The Young Chefs Club is designed for kids ages 5 & up.
Good to know: Members get access to America’s Test Kitchen Kids' extensive digital library of recipes, experiments, videos, fun food trivia and more.
Cost: Starting at $20 per month for a 12-month subscription.
KiwiCo, a parent fave for STEM, STEAM, science and art subscription kits for kids, recently launched its Panda Crate line designed specifically for babies and toddlers. Made in partnership with researchers at Seattle Children’s Hospital, KiwiCo ensures that all the products and information delivered in its crates are perfectly suited for a child’s developing brain. Plus, a portion of every Panda Crate purchase is donated toward child development research. Designed to grow with baby's development, the Panda Line crates are broken up into five separate age bands–delivering an age and stage-appropriate crate every other month as baby grows over two years. Each crate in the subscription line is billed and delivered every three months, and you can easily adjust the timing or cancel anytime.
Cost: Starts at $15.50 per month for two year’s worth of Panda Crates (12 shipments).
Based on the world-renowned 0-3 Montessori curriculum, Monti Kids provides the only at-home Montessori toy program for babies and toddlers ranging in age from birth to 36 months. The subscription-based program was founded with the mission of helping parents support their babies during the most critical years of development. With a Monti Kids subscription, Montessori toy curriculum is delivered every three months with exactly the right learning materials needed at each developmental stage. Each Monti Kids box also includes guides for parents which consist of short videos and articles on how to introduce and use the materials with their baby–also great for caregivers and grandparents! Choose from eight different levels.
Good to know: Before your toys arrive, you’ll have access to the Monti Kids Learning Center, packed with instructional videos, research and tips.
You know and love Raddish because it takes the guesswork and stress out of teaching kids to cook. It also provides a bonding, interactive and tasty adventure for families to share. Each month features a new exciting theme, from "Edible Experiments" to "Ticket to Japan." Kits include a set of three laminated and illustrated recipe cards with easy-to-follow instructions and tips to develop safe and smart kitchen techniques. Kids also receive a kitchen tool, craft, experiment or foodie game, monthly collectibles in the form of Table Talk conversation starter cards and a colorful apron patch. And now, your preschooler can get in on the action, with the Cook + Play Kit. Kids can mix, mash and stir as they whip up 123 Blueberry Muffins, ABC Chips and Guac and Rainbow Pasta Salad while learning the alphabet, counting, colors, measuring and even setting the table.
Good to know: Raddish includes a digital and printed grocery checklist, but does not include the actual food. Raddish also has an expansive library of free content from bonus recipes to activities and playlists and offers dietary modifications for all recipes.
Izzy & Liv Brown Sugar Box for Little Girls & Tween Girls
Lifestyle brand Izzy & Liv recently launched a version of their Brown Sugar Box for kids and teens. Both the Kids Box (for ages 4-8) and Tweens Box (for ages 9-14) are similar to the adult boxes where even though the items will be a mystery until opened, everything included will equal a retail value of at least $100. The boxes are designed with African American girls in mind, with culturally inspired items featured in every box. You'll get at least one Izzy & Liv shirt and other sweet things made with the brown sugar girl in mind. Little girls might get school supplies, hair accessories and books, while tweens can expect to get beauty products, lunch totes and even pillow covers.
Cost: If you sign up now, you'll lock in a special $45 (plus shipping) quarterly rate. It'll go to $55 (plus shipping) soon.
Mail Order Mysteries are a tech-free creative experience that unfolds through a series of six weekly installments. The letters are personalized to kids from the characters in the stories. There are spies, pirates, knights, librarians, detectives, dragons and trolls, and when these characters ask for help with a top-secret mission, the kids become key characters themselves. One of their latest mysterious launches is the Case of the Missing Bigfoot, perfect for ages 9 & up, and is a classic whodunit set in an old mansion before a big dinner is about to begin. The lights go out, and when they come back on, the safe is open and empty. Uh oh. This box comes with everything to help solve the crime, including crime scene photos, suspect cards, notebooks, suspect board, interview transcripts and more.
Cost: $87 for a six-week subscription containing five letter mail envelopes and a final package.
Style knows no age, so why not encourage their love of fashion with Stitch Fix’s personal styling service for kids? Stitch Fix has recently been reinventing the shopping experience for adults as well as expanding. They now offer sizes 2T-14 for kids! Parents can easily manage their kids' profile, and they can work together to create a style profile and set up their delivery. Each Stitch Fix Kid box contains 8-12 pieces of clothing, shoes or accessories, which range in price from $10-$35. A stylist handpicks items based on the style profile. The best part? There’s no pressure to keep anything, and no subscription is required. Simply order Fixes when you like or schedule automatic deliveries. Easy-peasy!
Cost: $20 styling fee that is later applied toward anything purchased.
Kids have busy lives these days between school, sports, play dates and activities, but one important lesson they all need to learn is that kindness is key. KyndKits are a way to pair volunteering with the convenience of home delivery. KyndKits is a subscription box filled with new, customizable volunteer activities and acts of kindness delivered to your child’s door each month. These opportunities can range from making cards for Veterans to building care kits for the homeless. The projects support a variety of causes and include everything needed for a meaningful volunteer experience. KyndKit subscriptions are handled online, making sign up and subscription management easy. Packages range from single, one-person kits to large-group kits.
Cost: $19 for one project per month. Up to four KyndKits projects can be ordered per month.
So many toys, so little time. Imagine being able to borrow and return new toys, just like books at the library. Well, that’s what mom Christie Jacobs thought when she’d had enough with her kids playing on the iPads too much. With limited space, she didn’t want to keep buying new toys. Instead, she created ToyLibrary, a service that provides unlimited access to over 500 educational toys. "ToyLibrary lets you borrow and play with the newest toys, curated and selected by child development experts so parents always get the best toy for their child,” Jacobs said. "Parents enjoy an uncluttered house, great value and the convenience of free shipping straight to their door." Kids can play with the toys for a month, three months or 12 months, and then just return them in the pre-paid mailer.
Cost: $30 a month for two toys; $20 a month for six toys for three months; $12.50 a month for 24 toys for 12 months.
Little Feminist book club, which aims to teach kids about gender equality diversity and empathy, now has three age ranges (0-3, 3-7 and 7-9) for their popular book subscription service. Every month, one or two books are carefully hand-selected by a team of educators, librarians and parents, who then create discussion questions and a DIY activity to accompany them.
This April, hop on over to these family-friendly Easter events in NYC. This year sees the return of some fan favorites that were on hiatus due to covid, and some fun new events. Take photos with the Easter bunny, eat Easter brunch, attend hopping parties, search for eggs, and more! And don’t forget to don a bonnet and strut your stuff at the NYC Easter Parade and Bonnet Festival on Easter Sunday on Fifth Avenue, from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.!
Manhattan
Easter Show and Photos at 53 Above
The Easter Bunny has lost his eggs and needs your help rounding them all back up! Find childhood favorite bunny characters like Peter Rabbit and Little Bunny FooFoo to help save Easter. Kids can jam along with bunny and spring music like “Rockin’ Robin” and “The Bunny Hop Hop” as they search for the missing eggs. Following the show, visitors with VIP tickets will get a chance to take pictures with the big bunny himself!
Price: $20-25
Sat., Apr. 2, 1 p.m.; Sun., Apr. 17, 1 p.m. and 6 p.m.
53 Above
318 W. 53rd St.
Midtown
Online: eventbrite.com
Hudson Yards
Eggventure at Hudson Yards Go on a free hunt for digital Easter Eggs at Hudson Yards. This high-tech hunt runs from April 1-17.
Make something that you can take home and cherish at this workshop: a Ghirlanda Pasquale, aka an Easter wreath. The workshop will be available online and in person, and is recommended for ages 3-10. If you’re folliwing along at home, you’ll need a long string, paper, scissors, and clothespins.
Price: $25 online, $35 in person
Online: Tues., Apr. 5 at 11 a.m.; in person: Sat., Apr. 9 at 4 p.m.
49 West 28th St., #Floor 3
NOMAD
Online: eventbrite.com
NYSoM Easter Eggstravaganza
This huge event will keep the kids having fun and partying nearly all day long. Stop by to participate in the annual egg hunt (groups of 5-15 hunters will be heading out at a time) or visit the Easter Activity Village, where you’ll be able to take part in the painted egg giveaway and Easter-themed crafts and activities. Plus, you may spot the Easter Bunny and his friends wandering around and saying hi to revelers!
Price: Free!
Sat., Apr., 16, 2-8 p.m.
Rodale Pleasant Park Community Garden
437 East 114th St.
East Harlem
Online: neighbors.columbia.edu
photo: Mimi O’Connor
TNF’s Easter Hunt and Bunny Fun
Put on cute bunny ears and grab your adorable bunny basket, it’s time to collect some more eggs! Besides bunny ears and baskets, participants of this event will also get a chance to take as many photos with the Easter Bunny as they’d like — a photographer will even be on site to take photos of the whole family with the bun for you with your phone or camera. And, of course, kids will get to have fun collecting eggs, which contain little treats and trinkets (“nothing healthy,” notes TNF, so parents be aware and kids rejoice).
Price: $25 per child, $15 for kids under 1 (“non-walking”); $30 at the door; adults don’t need a ticket
Sat., Apr. 16, every hour starting at 10:30 (last entry at 2:30)
Sakura Park West 122nd St. and Riverside Dr.
Morningside Heights
Online: tnfnyc.com
photo: Emily Munro
Annual Easter Celebration at CMOM
The Children’s Museum of Manhattan offers an egg hunt with a twist: Instead of finding eggs filled with candy, the museum sends kids in search of eggs hidden around the museum to uncover a secret message. Solving the mysterious messages nets you a prize! There will also be a bunny ears craft, an Easter basket weaving workshop, animal finger puppet making, and a musical performance by Joanie Leeds.
Price: Museum admission
Sat. and Sun., Apr. 16-17
212 W. 83rd St.
Upper West Side
212-721-1223
Online: cmom.org
photo: Mimi O’Connor
Easter Parade and Bonnet Festival
The annual Easter Parade and Bonnet Festival is on again this year, and as festive as ever! Wear your Sunday best and your most elaborate bonnet and join in the festivities. To watch people in period costume and wonderful hats parade past, it’s recommended that you head to St. Patrick’s Cathedral (on Fifth Ave. between 50th and 51st St.).
Price: Free!
Sun., Apr. 17, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Fifth Avenue from 49th to 57th St
Midtown
Online: nycgo.com
Easter Egg Hunt in Soho
Nothing could be more NYC than searching for golden eggs on the terrace of a hotel. Hosted by Veranda an held at the ModernHaus Hotel, this unique egg hunt is split up for kids ages 1-3 (starting at 10) and kids ages 4-8 (starting at 10:45). For the fee, you get a basket for the egg hunt as well as brunch for the child consisting f penne pasta, grilled chicken, or chocolate chip pancakes, and a glass of juice or milk. Accompanying adults will receive tea and coffee and get the chance to purchase mimosas or Spritz.
Price: $30
Sun., Apr. 17, 10-11 a.m.
23 Grand Street
Soho
Online: eventbrite.com
Easter Egg Hunt at Frederick Johnson Playground
Held for the second year, this neighborhood event is hosted by La’Dreamer & Daisy Helping Hands Foundation Inc. Stop by for some pizza, dancing, and—of course!—an egg hunt. Easter baskets will be distributed at the end of the event!
Price: Free!
Sun., Apr. 17, 1-3 p.m.
Adam Clayton Powell Blvd. and W 151st St.
Harlem
Online: eventbrite.com
photo: iStock
Brooklyn
Myrtle Easter Hunt
Drop by Myrtle Avenue and Hall Street for a chance to have fun and get to know the community and local small businesses while you’re at it. Pick up your Myrtle Easter Hunt card in the Myrtle Avenue Plaza (at Murtle Ave. and Hall St.) then walk along the streets, checking out the shops and fun events set up for kids along the way. Be on the lookout for the lost bunnies! Find all six and mark them in your hunt card, and you’ll receive a goodie bag with eggs, stickers, and a free book.
Price: Free!
Sat., Apr 9, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Myrtle Ave & Hall St
Clinton Hill
Online: myrtleavenue.org
Kids Easter Egg-citement at the Salvation Army Bedford
Party on with arts and crafts, face painting, an Easter egg hunt treats and toys, and more. A concession stand with popcorn and cotton candy will also be available, as well as food and drink vendors.
Price: $20 (and a $3.05 fee), $15 early bird price (and a $2.74 fee)
Sat., Apr. 9, 1-6 p.m.
110 Kosciuszko St.
Bed-Stuy
Online: eventbrite.com
Crossroads Easter Eggstravaganza
The Crossroads Christian Church is hosting this Easter Eggstravaganza event for children ages 12 and under. Be prepared for games, Easter egg hunts, and chances to take photos with the Easter Bunny and his friends. Advance registration is encouraged as it’ll speed up check-in time.
Take the kids to visit the Easter Bunny and all his farm friends as Green Meadows Farm sets up for the holiday. A ticket gets you admission to the Easter egg hunt as well as a visit to the Bunny Barn and a photo op with Whiskers the Easter Bunny. But you also get to say hi to all the animals of the farm, including alpacas, llamas, sheep, goats, chickens, ponies, pigs, and, of course, bunnies. There are also tractors for kids to climb around, a farm playground, slides, hayrides, and more. It’s strongly encouraged that you buy and print your ticket in advance, as buying tickets on the day of can take up to 30 minutes.
Price: $14 per person (age two and above)
Apr. 9-10, 15-18, and 23-24, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
3159 Flatbush Ave.
Online: greenmeadowsfarmbrooklyn.com
The Ukrainian Easter egg decorating technique Pysanka uses beeswax and dye resist to create beautiful and intricate designs. For kids ages six and up with one adult. Advance registration is required.
Tickets: $75; $25 additional family members
Sun., April 10, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
237 Fifth Ave.
718-215-0589
Online: privatepicassos.com
Easter Egg Hunt & Pop Up Shop
This all-ages egg hunt is fun for the kids and adults since it’s a mashup of an Easter party and a pop-up shop. Kids can find eggs filled with goodies and win prizes by collecting as many eggs as they can. Meanwhile, adults will enjoy shopping at the local vendors, where food, treats, and other goodies will be available to purchase. There will also be raffles, as well as unlimited mimosas and a cash bar for the adults.
Price: $2
Sat, April 16, 1p.m.-7 p.m.
Mystique Event Space
1605 Nostrand Ave.
East Flatbush
Online: eventbrite.com
Town Square’s Annual Spring Egg Hunt at FourFiveSix
After a two-year pause, the annual Spring Egg Hunt is back! Bring a basket and join in on a traditional-style egg hunt. As kids run around finding eggs, they can also jam out to music, get their faces painted, and say hi to the Easter Bunny. Parents will be able to purchase refreshments like mimosas and bloody Marys. A ticket is required for every child (including babies) and stroller parking is available ouside the venue. Fancy bonnets encouraged!
Price: $20 online, $30 at the door; two parent tickets per family at $5 online, $10 at the door
Sat., Apr 16, 10 a.m., 11 a.m., 12 p.m., 1 p.m., & 2 p.m.
199 Richardson St.
Williamsburg
Online: eventbrite.com
Kiddies Easter Paint-N-Brunch
Brunch is better with some art thrown into the mix. You’re invited to a (very late!) brunch at LOC FEST, where kids will get to eat, paint together, play games, and more. Painting begins at 3, so time your visit accordingly.
Price: $50 per person
Apr 17, 2 p.m.
1493 Park Pl
Crown Heights
Online: locfestnyc.com
Kids Easter Egg-stravaganza at Colors Effect
The social event space and paint bar Colors Effect is hosting this party at their awesome space in Crown Heights. Join in for a painting sesh, egg hunts, games, treats, and a visit from the Bunny himself.
Price: $40 and up
Sun., Apr. 17, 3-6 p.m.
1454 St Johns Pl
Crown Heights
Online: colorseffect.com
photo: Shari W. via Yelp
Bronx
Egg Hunt at Bartow-Pell Mansion Museum
Children ages 2-12 can hunt for eggs in the gardens of the Bartow-Pell Mansion Museum, as well as snag a photo with the bunny. Bring your own basket, and enjoy! Advance registration is required.
Price: $10 for children, free for adults accompanying a child
Sat., Apr. 9 and 16, one hour sessions starting at 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
895 Shore Road
Pelham Bay
Online: bartowpellmansionmuseum.org
Williamsbridge Oval Spring Egg Hunt
Kids under 13 are invited to join in for an egg hunt, sack races, arts and crafts, magic shows, a visit from the Easter Bunny, and more! Egg hunts will happen in two time slots for different ages: 3-6-year-olds will be admitted at 11:30 a.m. while 7-10-year-olds can enter at 12 p.m. While this event is completely free, visitors are encouraged to bring a can of food to donate to a local pantry.
Price: Free!
Sat., Apr. 16, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
3225 Reservoir Oval East
West Bronx
Online: nycgovparks.org
Easter Egg Hunt at Pelham Bay Park
It’s an egg hunt eggstravaganza at Pelham Bay Park! Help the bunny find his eggs while you enjoy music, games, prizes, candy, and more. Admission includes entry into the egg hunt (which has candy and cash prizes!), a photo with the Easter Bunny, an egg hunt bag, and free snacks.
Price: $20 for kids 3-12, free for kids under 3
Sat., Apr 16, 1-4 p.m.
Pelham Bay Park
Bruckner Blvd & Westchester Ave
Pelham Bay
Online: eventbrite.com
iStock
Queens
Barnyard Egg Hunt at Queens County Farm Museum
Whiskers the Bunny is ready to accept visitors and photos at this Barnyard Egg Hunt. The event will have kids hopping and dancing for outdoor games, and searching around for goodies with a scavenger hunt and an egg hunt — bringing your own basket is encouraged. Buy food from local vendors, say hi to the farm animals, or climb aboard for a hair-raising hayride (or all of the above!). Note that tickets won’t be sold at the door, and that tickets to the egg hunt area are timed, so be sure to select the time that works for you when purchasing one.
Price: $12 for adults and kids ages 2 and up
Sat., Apr. 9 and 16, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
73-50 Little Neck Parkway
Floral Park
Online: eventbrite.com
Easter Kids Party in Astoria
It’s a Disco Party and the Doha Bar & Lounge is hopping! This event will feature the obligatory visit from the Easter Bunny, egg hunt, music, and dancing. But you’ll also find fun extras, including a magic show, face painting, balloon twisting, cotton candy, toy raffles, and, yes, a literal disco ball in the middle of the dance floor. You can get tix one at a time, or for a group of 10 (get 1 free) or a group of 20 (get 3 free)
Price: $25 per adult and child over 2 years old
Sat. and Sun., Apr 16 and 17, two time slots each day: 12-2:30 p.m.; and 3-5:30 p.m.
3834 31st St.
Long Island City
Online: eventbrite.com
Staten Island
photo: Eileen Lapins
Easter Bunny Brunch at Wynwood and Richmond Republic
Two hot spots in SI are hosting Easter brunch for the same price. The fee includes an entree and a complimentary cocktail, beer, or wine for the grow-ups in the party. Kids will have plenty to keep them occupied, as well, including face painting, an egg hunt, and a magic show. They’re on different days, so you could technically attend both!
Price: $25 per child, $50 per adult
Sat., Apr 2, 11:30 p.m.-2 p.m.
Wynwood Restaurant & Bar
24 Navy Pier Court
Staten Island
Online: eventbrite.com
Sunday Brunch with the Easter Bunny at The Old Bermuda Inn
Visit the historic Old Bermuda Inn for brunch and say hello to the visiting Easter Bunny. Besides their usual fare of brunch buffet, there will be a special children’s menu available. An additional option is available for Easter Sunday, on April 17, which will feature assorted bread and salads, egg dishes, roasts and carving stations, a children’s menu option, and more… plus, a complimentary mimosa or bloody Mary for the adults.
Price: $36 per adult, $22 for children under 10; $45 per adult, $25 per child on Apr. 17
Sun., Apr 3. and 10, 12-3 p.m.; Apr. 17, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
The Historic Old Bermuda Inn 301
Veterans Road West
Staten Island
Online: theoldbermudainn.com
Marcie Photography Easter Bunny Photos
Want an Easter photograph to cherish? Marcie Photography will ensure your photo is one to look back on for years to come. Photos are taken in a professional studio, where you bring your Sunday best and the pros do the rest. Each photo comes with a free 5×7 print. Be sure to reserve a time slot ahead of time!
Price: Starting at $15
Thu., Apr 14, 1 1p.m.
Sun., Apr 17, 4 p.m.
S.I. Food and Art Market
20 Cebra Ave off Victory Blvd
Staten Island
Online: eventbrite.com
Run by Cherry Hill Programs, bunnies are hopping over to a mall near you this Easter. Find an Easter Bunny photography experience at whereisbunny.com. This April, you’ll have a chance to take bunny photos at Kings Plaza Mall, Queens Center Mall, Staten Island Mall, and more locations in and near NYC. Although pre-booking a photo session is strongly recommended, some locations will only be accepting walk-ins on certain days. Check the website for details before you head out!
Who says you have to be on land to enjoy Easter weekend? Hop aboard the Easter Dinner Cruise and make this a night to remember as you sail with a full view of the evening Manhattan skyline. Included in the price is a full-course dinner at a private table, as well as a glass of champagne for adults. Adding to the experience will be a live DJ and the chance for a photo with the bunny.
Price: Starting at $109
Sat. and Sun., Apr. 16 and 17, 7 p.m. (boarding at 6:40)
Departs from Pier 36
Online: eventcruisesnyc.com
Breakfast with the Easter Bunny at Stew Leonard’s
Stew Leonard’s of Yonkers is hosting two events for kids. Visit on April 5 to take part in a free egg hunt, where kids will be given a bag then sent in to collect eggs. Each egg will contain a small prize like candy or a small toy, but five lucky kids will win an Easter basket. The Easter Bunny will also be joining Stew’s regular lineup of mascots for plenty of photo ops. While the event is free, a ticket is required.
Want more Easter fun? Have a buffet-style Easter breakfast with the bunny and his friends, while kids get coloring sheets that they can fill out there or take home. And, of course, take more pics with the bunny!
Easter Eggstravaganza:
Price: Free!
Tue., Apr. 5, 4-5:30 p.m.
Easter Breakfast:
Price: $18-22
Sat., Apr. 9 and Sun., Apr. 10, 9 and 11 a.m.
Want to stay home this year? You can still have a memorable experience! This NYC-based online egg hunt will take kids over 10 all over the internet (safely — one adult is required to be in your family group) to find hidden eggs in places you might not expect. The hunt will challenge children to spot eggs in paintings, look for dinosaur eggs in history museums, and even in the architecture of Spain. Participants will meet with a live host on Zoom, download an app (which works in any browser), then take off on an hour-long experience to spot and learn about eggs in various forms all around the world. You can join the live public event on April 16, or inquire about hosting a private hunt.
And just like that February is coming to a close. Turn the page on the month with exciting events around the Emerald City. If you haven’t taken advantage of Northwest Trek’s Wild Child Weekends, there’s no time like the present. Beyond those wilds, we’re eyeing: kitchen chemistry, a walk that’s for the birds and a chance to sound off. Here’s how to make this weekend count.
Seattle
Sound Off! 2022
Make sure this weekend rocks when you take the kids to see Sound Off! 2022 at MoPOP. Sound Off! gives local up-and-coming artists the chance to showcase their original music in the iconic Sky Church venue. The second in a three show series, this all ages-event features four musicians. Tickets required.Sat. Event details.
Birds of the Duwamish Walk
Spend time outside in the city this weekend when you learn about the birds of the Duwamish River Valley. Families are invited to sign up for this walk with Elaine Chuang, hosted through the Duwamish Longhouse and Cultural Center. The early bird get the worm, and can get into the first group going out, before the programming in the Longhouse begins. If early rising isn’t your thing, come for the walk later that morning. No registration necessary. Sat. Event details.
NAAM Night at the Sounders Match
In celebration of African American athletic achievement, the Northwest African American Museum is thrilled to partner with RAVE Foundation and Seattle Sounders FC at their opening season home match this weekend. NAAM will feature a pop-up exhibition on Black history and art of the Pacific Northwest, and give away children’s books and soccer balls too. Plus the beginning of the game will be kicked off when NAAM’s African American Cultural Ensemble sings the Black National Anthem. Tickets are required.Sun. Event details.
Eastside
Kids Bake: Cookie Chemistry
Whether crispy or chewy, nutty or gooey we can all agree that cookies are a treat enjoyed by all. Join Cam Zorcone at the PCC Market in Bothell in this edition of Kitchen Chemistry as she introduces young chefs to what makes different methods and ingredients work the way they do. Along the way, kids will learn skills to build their kitchen confidence as they make Chewy Chocolate Cookies and Crisp Sugar Cookies. Registration required.Sat. Event details.
Take a Winter Train Ride
All aboard! As we close out the month and look to sunnier days, why not enjoy the scenery of the Snoqaulmie Valley? Grab tickets to this winter train excursion where passengers will travel west from North Bend through Snoqualmie to the top of Snoqualmie Falls, a sacred site to the Snoqualmie People. Then it’s time to head back east to North Bend and view the scenic sites in upper Snoqualmie Valley on this 90-minute round trip. Tickets also mean you can explore the Train Shed Exhibit Hall. Sat. Event details.
Story & Stroll
Bring your preschoolers to this outdoor program that proves when rain falls in the forest there is so much to discover. During the program, kids ages 3-5 will find out what the woodland creatures do to occupy their time, as they wonder what they would you do if they were forest animals in the rain. Registration is required.Fri. Event details.
Whether you need to escape the heat or a cold winter day, a trip to an indoor playground Atlanta kids love is always a hit
Brr, y’all. It doesn’t happen a lot, but when Atlanta temperatures drop we don’t take it well (even if it means we can take the kids ice skating, head out on a nearby ski trip, or tackle a weekend snow tubing adventure). Luckily for Atlanta families, there are plenty of incredible indoor playgrounds Atlanta kids flip for that get them active and warm at the same time. We’re talking cooking classes, virtual reality adventures, indoor skydiving, dramatic theatre productions, and circus arts—they’re just some of the indoor activities in Atlanta on our list. So the next time an Arctic blast hits, or the temps drop below 45-degrees, check out one of our favorite indoor playgrounds in town.
oodazu
oodazu is a multi-activity and party venue for kids unlike any we have in Atlanta, offering a full yoga program for kids, scaling towers that resemble cityscapes, climbing walls, a ceiling-to-floor donut slide, virtual reality stations, a cafe offering healthy snack options, a parent's lounge for mom and dad where they can view a live feed of the yoga room, work at laptop stations, or watch TV. Two private party spaces—where you can bring in your own food and cake—are flooded with natural light and west coast-inspired decorations.
For your thrill-seekers, try a flight at iFly, Atlanta's only indoor skydiving facility. Guests as young as 3 can try soaring in the specially-designed wind tunnel, and comes with pre-flight instructions, gear (suit, goggles, helmet and earplugs)—plus the incredible experience of flying.
This trampoline park, ninja course, and rock climbing center also has Exit Reality VR X-Pods, which take users inside of their favorite game with the use of virtual reality headsets and a state-of-the-art gaming computer. Virtual experiences include over 20 options, including walking 80 floors high in the sky, drawing in space, visiting Paris, or being a Space Pirate Trainer. Jumpers can choose among designated age-group times (Toddler Time is every Friday & Saturday for $8), and they also have a cafe so you can knock lunch off your to-do list, too.
With a ninja warrior obstacle course that's no joke, your kiddos will be (literally) jumping off the walls on the Mad Maxx super trampoline, swinging from the rafters (with a trapeze over a foam pit), and flying high on plenty of indoor trampoline courses, as well.
If you're looking to cook up some fun—but without the mess of turning them loose in your own kitchen—then look no further than Young Chefs Academy. 90-minute parties in brightly-colored kitchens with instructor-led cooking classes are a foolproof option for a seriously sweet birthday memory, or sign-up for one of their weekly classes, which are customized by age and ability.
Little racers can skid into Andretti's for a day of karting and games at the 100,000 square foot facility. Enjoy six-minute junior races, a game card, rock wall experience, kids meals and arcade.
There's no doubt about it. The Children's Museum is a smart place to play, with creative, interactive exhibits that educate as well as entertain. Kids will love driving the crane, working at a Waffle House, hitting the grocery store, and exploring the incredible climbing structure in the heart of the museum. They also provide ongoing programming throughout the day that changes as the seasons and holidays change, which means there's always something new to learn about and try.
Editor's Note: LEGOLAND Discovery Center Atlanta is currently closed for renovations and will reopen March 31, 2023.
See everything iconic in Atlanta in one miniaturized place. LEGOLAND Atlanta features a Minland exhibit, 4-D cinema, Kingdom Quest Lego ride, climbing structure, and more.
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If you are ready to turn over kitchen duty to the next generation, you’ll want to get the kids learning the tricks of the trade from an early age. These play kitchens for kids have all the pots, pans, cooktops and sinks to get the imaginations going. From personalized sets to those that are integrated with your Amazon Alexa, these play kitchens are sure to inspire the kids to whip up a feast!
We are totally enamored by this handcrafted play kitchen with oven, cupboard, cooktop, sink, water tap and drawer. You little one will want to bake a cake in thanks for this gift and you'll love that the dusty green color blends in with your aesthetic. The seller can also customize a kitchen to your specifications and offers other colors like dusty pink and natural wood.
This small, natural wood play kitchen will become a playroom favorite, we know it! Sink, oven and water tap will bring hours of pretend play for your little one.
Talk about getting a bang for your buck! This two-sided play kitchen is full of pretend play opportunities and it can also be integrated with Alexa. Kids can first take a trip to the market where they can shop and purchase a variety of items using the interactive scanner and register. Head right home to the kitchen (on the reverse side of the store) to put away your recent purchases and begin cooking using the RFID stovetop and cutting board! With two-sided 360° play, and realistic kitchen and market sounds, the fun is magical, inspirational and unlike anything seen before.
This kitchen features an upscale design to match today's home décor. With so many accessories and electronic features, multiple children can play together in this play kitchen set. Use the coffee pods to brew up a cup for mom and then pop some popcorn in the microwave. This kitchen comes with tons of accessories so your pretend play is ready to go.
Whether your little one is whipping up an original recipe or taking first place in an imaginary cooking competition, the Essential Play Kitchen is the perfect canvas for imaginative play. A beautifully solid piece to be enjoyed day after day, this little play kitchen is as gorgeous as it is safe—expertly crafted by Amish artisans in the US. Available in white, gray and natural.
Time to cook up a little fun! The KidKraft Uptown White Play Kitchen has a hip, modern look that young chefs are sure to love. With tile-look backsplash and sleek countertops, the design is emulated from trendy real-life kitchens. Every appliance is interactive, including doors that open and close, knobs that turn and click and a working chalkboard on the freezer door. Kids will love taking calls on the cordless play phone that attaches to the side of the refrigerator. Keep all accessories neat and handy with the pegs for hanging utensils and the side towel rack.
If your little one really wants to get down and dirty with their play kitchen, this is the one for you. It's very reasonably priced and sturdy enough to hold up to the elements as a backyard mud kitchen if you prefer. Parents find the assembly to be super quick and kids will love adding the day's menu to the chalkboard.
This cutie pie play kitchen comes with cooktop, oven and warming drawer. It is handmade in whatever color you'd like. Add on the wooden washing machine and get the kids doing their own laundry as well.
From farm to plate, food is celebrated with the KidKraft Garden Gourmet Play Kitchen. Upscale elements, like the marble-esque countertops and wooden butcher-block style island, are showcased in a down-to-earth set-up that's reminiscent of today's farmhouse chic movement. Kids will love working with the "pickable" veggies and herbs and chopping them to add to the most creative meal they can make up. Knobs that really turn and click and an ice maker with pretend ice cubes make the cooking experience more real. A recycling bin helps enforce the importance of helping out the environment.
The IKEA Duktig is a solid choice for a play kitchen as it comes in at only $89. If the style is a little too bare bones for you, head on over to this Etsy listing where you can purchase some cute woodland creatures decals that will totally upgrade your play kitchen. Don't forget some felt French bread and wooden dishes to go along with it.
