Oct. 2020 Halloween is on a weekend this year! While this year’s Halloween may be different than prior years, there’s no reason you can’t have some spooky fun with your family. Whatever you do, there are so many good Halloween classic movies your sure to be able to find one that is age-appropriate for the […]
10 Landmarks and Must-See Attractions on Long Island
October 13, 2020 With the weather getting colder and muggy, it’s always nice to take a drive to a destination where you don’t have to leave your car. And now, with distance learning it’s important to take the opportunity to find a little education in every adventure. Today, we’re giving you a little Long Island […]
In-Person Fall Family Fun Locations Now Open on Long Island
October, 7, 2020 What’s currently open and available to do on Long Island? With the weather getting cooler and kids getting back to school, more things have started to open back up! So what are you doing this weekend? We’ve compiled a list of some of our favorites, and some places that have recently reopened, […]
Long Island Farms Provide Fantastic Fall Family Fun
September 9, 2020 Summer on Long Island seemed to fly by extra quick this year but the leaves will soon start changing and fall is the perfect season to enjoy some fun family time on the farm! Are you ready? Pick Your Own, Farm Animals, Hay Rides & Corn Mazes Checkout these local family favorites […]
13 Free Online Learning Resources For Parents of Elementary School Students
September 1, 2020 Trying to keep your kids on track while learning at home during the Covid-19 pandemic? You’re not alone. With many children still not back to school full time there is a continued need for parental educational resources so they can assist their children during these unusual times. Educational growth during the distance […]
2 Free Parent Educational Resources for Pre-Schoolers Learning at Home
August 24, 2020 In these days of learning at home due to Covid-19, parents of young children are finding themselves with much to learn and even more to teach! One thing to remember when it comes to pre-school education, especially during these times of home learning, is that education has to come to life to […]
Distance Learning & Working from Home
August 26, 2020 8 Tips & Tricks to survive school year 2020-21 You survived half a year of at-home schooling when the coronavirus outbreak began and now most school districts on Long Island are looking at a “hybrid” schedule which will keep our kids home at least two days a week. Are you worried about […]
Long Island Farms & Petting Zoos That Are Open Now
August 19, 2020 Summer and fall is the best time to get outside with your kids and discover the places, plants and animals of Long Island. Today we’re compiling a list of outdoor fun in the sun to help you and your family soak up the last few days of summer and early fall 2020. […]
Fun Educational Activities Open for Kids on Long Island
August 12, 2020 With summer winding down it’s important to keep the kids engaged. We’ve had a challenging year and learning experiences have been difficult to come by. Check out these open experiences to expand your mind and sense of adventure. Water-Based Activities for Kids on Long Island The Long Island Aquarium is fully open […]
How to Get Kids to Read More Versus Screen Time
August 2020 In the age of social media, Tic Tok and cell phone, tablet and computer screens galore, it’s important to remember to take time away from blue light technology and expand young minds through reading. Americans spent less time reading and more time watching TV last year than ever before, according to new time use data released by the Bureau […]
