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Nothing brightens up a day like making your own rainbow! For this colorful science experiment, kids get to create their own mini rainbow while learning about capillary action. One of our 63 Easy Experiments for Kids Using Household Stuff, this simple experiment uses only water, food coloring, and paper towels.
Read on for a simple way to bring a little bit of cheer into your house.
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A simple science experiment can be the best way to fill an afternoon at home. And as some of us may recall, a lava lamp can be a great way to fill an evening.
For this groovy experiment, kids get to recreate their parents' lava lamp while learning about liquid density. One of our Easy Experiments for Kids Using Household Stuff, this experiment is fun for all ages and is easy to pull together with things you probably have around the house.
Read on to learn how to prove that oil and water really don't mix!
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Show kids the importance of washing their hands while they learn about the surface tension of water. One of our 63 Easy Experiments for Kids Using Household Stuff, this experiment went viral when the coronavirus hit and teaching kids about proper hand washing became essential.
This super easy experiment is fun for all ages—especially the toddler set—and it couldn't be more simple. All you need is water, black pepper, and dish soap.
Read on to learn how to chase the "pepper" germs away!
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Easter Sunday is fast approaching, and even though the stay-at-home order is still in effect in NYC, it doesn't mean you can't plan something festive to mark the occasion. For those who have been preparing (and cleaning up) countless meals at home, we feel you! So, we've rounded 12 stellar restaurants around the city offering holiday-worthy spreads for Easter brunch or dinner, prepared fresh, and ready for pick up or delivery to feed the whole family. If that wasn't enough, we've even got the inside scoop on where to find a few sweet Easter treats for your brood.
So, gather around the table—perhaps decorated with one of these Easter crafts or beautifully dyed eggs—and count your blessings as you break bread with your nearest and dearest.
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If you're searching for engaging baby and toddler classes in Queens, the diverse and ever-changing NYC borough offers plenty of parent-and-me options for the littlest ones, including music, art, movement, sports, and even science.
We've rounded up 13 of the most popular and unique baby and toddler classes in Queens, including an outdoor nature program and an infant movement session. If you call Queens home, check out these classes to find one that works for you (or your caretaker) and your child. Don't forget to check out our round-up of drop-in play spaces in this family-friendly borough.
Need more inspiration? Check out our NYC Baby Guide or directory of classes across NYC.
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To mark Black History Month, many of NYC's museums, historic sites, and cultural institutions offer programs to honor the history of African Americans. The month is filled with creative, meaningful ways to celebrate African American culture and life in New York City. From thought-provoking museum programs to live performances and poetry-filled outdoor experiences, here are 10 ways your family can commemorate Black History Month in NYC.
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Park Slope's bustling Fifth Avenue welcomes another cafe to the area, and this one is distinctly different from our other favorite neighborhood eateries thanks to its extensive selection of board games. Sip N' Play, which opened January 2, brings a new board game cafe to this corner of Brooklyn.
So grab your favorite pint-sized foe and read on for all the details on this new addition to the city's board game cafe landscape.
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We're 10 days into January and your kids are already tired of playing with their holiday gifts, and you're feeling a little anxious about yielding to excessive screen time. If this sounds familiar, we've got you covered with nearly three dozen events for preschoolers and toddlers. Read on for our roundup of shows, festivals, and fun things to do this winter for the toddler to preschooler set.
Bookmark this list for loads of ways to keep your little one engaged during the cold days ahead. There's a gingerbread giveaway, Sesame Street Live, terrific indie theater, and new exhibits coming to some of our favorite local children's museums.
Looking for more? Our list of 50 Things to Do Indoors might do the trick, and you can always find more daily activities in our Event Calendar.
