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Meghan Rose

A mom of twins, Meghan and her family live in Los Angeles and love to explore the city, as well as the world at large together. As national editor, please send her ALL your correction requests and pitches on national parenting subjects and travel at meghan@mommypoppins.com.

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25 Alexa Games To Keep Bored Kids Busy

Submitted by Meghan Rose on Tue, 03/02/2021 - 10:30am

Alexa games keep kids active and giggling. Photo courtesy of Amazon

My family asks our Alexa device to play music a lot or what the weather is, but the Alexa skills put to use most often in my household are Alexa games for kids. Whether they are launching "Animal Workout," a round of trivia, or a family-friendly "Would You Rather," these Alexa games have kept my brood highly entertained during lockdown and even in the before times. It's part virtual gym class, part tutor, and requires nearly zero effort on my part, which is a win for any multitasking parent.

Check out these Alexa games, storytimes, and other kid-friendly Alexa skills the next time your family needs a distraction during dinner or a diversion from the screens on a rainy day. When all else fails, launch Alexa jokes for kids...or just the fart application. There: we just bought you 20 minutes of me time!

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When Are All the Theme Parks Reopening? We've Got (Some) Reopening Dates

Submitted by Meghan Rose on Mon, 03/01/2021 - 8:57am

West Coast Racers is one wild ride. Photo courtesy of Six Flags Magic Mountain

Everything is opening up again! It’s time to take a look at all our favorite parks, from Disneyland to Legoland to Universal Studios and more, to find out if, when, and how you can get your fix...

We’ll also look at why right now is the perfect time to take advantage of the lack of tourists and put your inside information to work. What inside information? Well, that’s exactly what we’re about to tell you...

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Playgrounds Can Reopen in Chicago!

Submitted by Meghan Rose on Thu, 02/25/2021 - 11:39am

By the time the snow is gone, the parks will be open. Photo courtesy Maggie Daley Park

Woo hoo! After 11 long months, playgrounds in Chicago have finally been given the go-ahead to reopen. Chicago Park District announced Tuesday that after closing in March of 2020, the city’s lakefront, playgrounds, and indoor aquatics centers are cleared to reopen. Which playgrounds? And when? Read on for all the details.

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NASA's JPL Tours are Now Online: Kids Can Virtually Explore Where Space Robots Are Built

Submitted by Meghan Rose on Tue, 02/23/2021 - 9:51am

Ground control to Major Tom!

It was a bummer to watch as many favorite in-person activities had to move to a virtual format this year. Watching the Dodgers on TV was not nearly as fun as being in Dodger Stadium. Visiting favorite local museums online didn’t have the same thrill, no matter how fantastic the virtual programming. (Though getting to tour some of the greatest museums of the world without leaving the house was pretty cool).

But this move from IRL to virtual is very exciting: NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory has created a new virtual and fully interactive tour. Now anyone, anywhere in the world, can get a peek inside the Pasadena laboratory—even seeing some of the places visitors aren’t allowed in-person. Get the scoop on the new JPL tour, how to take it, and exactly why this move online is so exciting.

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The Best Parks in LA Where Kids Can Run and Play

Submitted by Meghan Rose on Fri, 02/19/2021 - 8:10am

Fly a kite to the highest height at Irvine Regional Park. Photo courtesy of OC Parks

Poor parks, they're always getting ignored in favor of playgrounds. While there are amazing playgrounds in LA, sometimes you just want a vast field of green where kids can run forever, roll down a hill, or have the space to learn to hit or kick a ball. For those of us who don’t have an expanse of rolling green in the backyard (raises hand), these parks are places where you can bring kids to play without the organized activity of a hike or bike ride— and avoid the crowds that flock to high-touch playgrounds.

So bring balls, frisbees, and kites—or just a blanket, snacks, and books—and head out into nature to rest, recharge, and play. From hidden gems to well-known spots, here are our favorite parks in town.

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Immersive Van Gogh Exhibit Is Coming To LA at a Super Secret Location

Submitted by Meghan Rose on Tue, 02/16/2021 - 8:01am

Social distancing circles make it easy to lose yourself in the art while staying 6 feet apart.

This has all the earmarks of a big Hollywood hit. Super secret location? No one knows where it will be yet, just somewhere in Downtown LA. Headlined by a huge (and temperamental) star? Doesn’t get much bigger than Vincent Van Gogh. Hard to get tickets? It sold out in Paris and Toronto, and it has been the hardest ticket to come by in Chicago and San Francisco, prompting months-long extensions. The Immersive Van Gogh Exhibit comes to LA this May and pre-sale tickets are available now. Here’s everything we know about this hot new art pop-up, and why we can’t wait to Gogh.

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These Bakeries Make the Best Birthday Cakes for Kids in Los Angeles

Submitted by Meghan Rose on Sun, 02/14/2021 - 9:47am

Every bit of this creation from Charm City Cakes is edible, and we're not lion!

At every birthday party, the cake is one of the stars of the show—and that's never been more true than it is right now. So we've come up with a list of the very best birthday cakes in LA for kids that will make any birthday party special. No matter what you're looking for, this list has the perfect cake. There are LA institutions, there are show-stopping cakes, and cakes that taste better than the ones Grandma makes (honest!). There are even gluten-free cakes and vegan cakes for kids that are so good, no one will ever miss what’s missing.

These birthday cakes for kids are so incredible they will make up for having a virtual party (again) this year, and floor every kid (and parent) at next year's big bash. Now you just need to make the ultimate choice: what flavor?

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Sheet Pan Dinners That Kids Love (No Cleanup!)

Submitted by Meghan Rose on Thu, 02/11/2021 - 11:09am

Sheet pan dinners serve up variety with fewer dishes!

Some people swear by their favorite Instant Pot recipes. Or their Grandma’s Crock Pot recipes. Me, I love sheet pan dinners. Not only do they require minimal prep (basically, put on your favorite podcast and spend a few minutes chopping), these easy weeknight dinners take no (or minimal) effort once they're in the oven. And the best part? Line your baking tray well, and there is zero cleanup. Let me say that again: Zero. Cleanup.

Find more yummy (and quick) things to make with or for kids in our Easy Recipes Guide.

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