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A sampling of Halloween face masks from Etsy shop: MadisonJamesCo

Spooky and Sweet Halloween Face Masks for Kids

These face masks pair well with a COVID-Halloween.

Learn some climbing skills in a Tree Climbing Class at Panola Mountain State Park. Photo courtesy of the park

12 Day Trips near Atlanta for Georgia Families in 2020

You don't have to travel far for kid-friendly summer adventures.

Pick a pumpkin at Jaemor Farm. Photo courtesy of the farm

10 Pumpkin Patches Near Atlanta for Fall Farm Fun

Day trip to the pumpkin patch for all sorts of seasonal activities.

These free online classes and educational resources are perfect for homeschooling and remote learning..

30+ (Mostly FREE) Online Learning Resources, Apps, and Games for Kids

Supplement distance learning with these online lessons, apps, and more.

Virtual and Online Guide for Family Fun

Find fun online classes, entertainment, and more virtual things to do.

TADA! Youth Theater offers classes for ages 2-18. Here, "Jazzy Juniors" come together online to sing, dance, act, and be silly.

Virtual Fall 2020 Classes: STEM, Theater, Homework Help, Pod Instruction, and More

Online classes and private instruction for all ages.

The Alice in Wonderland displays at Atlanta Botanical Garden are a must-see for all ages. Photo by Jason Getz/Getz Images

Best Things To Do in Atlanta This September: Labor Day Weekend, Festivals, and More Family Events

Find the best things happening this September in Atlanta.

Enjoy seasonal entertainment that’s more silly than scary. Photo courtesy of Kiddle Karoo

Free Things To Do Online in October: Halloween Events, World Space Week, Dia de los Muertos, and Coffee Fest

Replace big holiday gatherings with Halloween concerts, parties, and activities from all over the...

Cool science kits from Mel Science help your kids get a hands-on science education.

Subscription Boxes for Kids: Top Art, Craft, and STEM Kits

These subscription boxes for kids provide enriching, hands-on fun.

Georgia's Babyland General Hospital: A Day Trip to the Cabbage Patch Doll Factory

Where do Cabbage Patch babies come from? The Cabbage Patch Hospital!

Stay-at-Home Guide: 100s of Activities and Resources for Families on Pause

Indoor activities, games, and online classes to keep kids busy during the coronavirus pandemic.

Spend the day on safari with over 1,000 animals at Lion Country Safari.

10 Amazing Drive-thru Zoos and Safaris in 2020

See lions, bears, giraffes, and more animals from your car!

Homeschool & Online Learning Resources for Families

We'll help you navigate a complex school year with these tools and resources.

Homeschooling in 2020? These programs simplify the process. Photo by the author

15+ Homeschool Curriculum Programs for Learning At Home

There's still time to pick your homeschool program.

Learn how to make homemade ice cream for a tasty activity with the kids!

How to Make Ice Cream At Home in 5 Easy Steps

Whip up homemade ice cream in a bag or a mason jar!

These kids movies are classic hits!

50 Best Kids' Movies for Family Movie Night

These classic family movies include wild adventures, sci-fi, and coming-of-age tales.

Code.org is a great jumping off point for kids new to programming.

Coding Programs for Kids: Free and Cheap Websites That Teach Kids Programming

These online programs teach your kid how to code, build websites, apps, and more.

22 Online Tutoring Services for Homework Help and Remote Learning

Find an online tutor in any subject with these services–some are available 24/7!

As families prepare for the uncertainty of the school year, many are looking to learning pods.

How to Create a Homeschool Pod or School Pod: Top Things to Consider

Pandemic pods are one more option for a fraught school year.

Fight the restlessness of quarantine, join in for LIVE ONLINE YogiKids classes held every day, twice a day!!! Photo courtesy of Yogi Nation

Find Free and Affordable Online Classes, Parties, and Camps on Poppins@Home

Explore tons of virtual free and low-cost fun with our new platform.

The Colors of Us can help kids talk about race and see differences as strengths.

21 Kids' Books About Racism, By Age

Books can help parents and kids wade through a difficult time and complex issue.

Workbooks can supplement school learning or fill in over the summer. Photo by Rose Gordon Sala

13 Education Workbooks to Keep Kids Learning

Workbooks can help kids practice key concepts, from writing to math.

Geometric Magna-Tiles offer hours of building fun. Photo courtesy of the company

Toys Sure to Entertain Kids for Hours and Hours Again and Again

These 12 toys guarantee hours of screen-free fun.

Creating a baking soda volcano is a classic science experiment for kids. Photo by Sara Marentette Nighswander

64 Easy Science Experiments for Kids to Do at Home

Execute mind-blowing science experiments with stuff you have around the house.

Serve up some fun with a DIY pizza party. Photo by the author

Family Fun Night: 10 Screen-Free Activities to Entertain Your Crew

No screens necessary for these family fun night activities.

Learn how to make DIY shrinky-dinks with SpongeBob and Friends. Photo courtesy of Nickelodeon

50 Totally Free Printable Activities for Kids

These fun printable activities build creativity and get kids offline.

Pack some paper and pencils in your backpack for a nature scavenger hunt. Photo by Melissa Hillier/Flickr

17 Camping Games to Play with Kids

From sleeping bag races to trek pole limbo, these camping games are sure to entertain.

Photo by Katrina Holden Buckley

Birthday Parties in Quarantine: Ways To Celebrate with Kids while Social Distancing

Birthday? How about a drive-by parade, a Zoom party, or a Broadway show from home?

Teach 'em to tie during downtime.

65 Life Skills to Teach Kids at Every Age

It's not a bad time to go back to basics, especially when we have the kids' full attention.

Watch your sketch appear in this invisible ink science experiment!

Science Experiments for Kids: How to Make Invisible Ink

Write secret messages with this simple invisible ink recipe.

25 Exercise Games and Indoor Activities to Get Kids Moving

Try our list of 25 easy indoor exercise ideas to get everyone moving, laughing, and tired out.

25 STEM Activities Easy Enough for Preschoolers

DIY projects for your smallest tinkerers, explorers, and scientists.

10 Outdoor Games from the '70s that It’s Time To Teach Your Kids

When folks say, “We just went outside and played,” can anyone remember what we played?

13 Simple Crafts for Toddlers and Preschoolers to Do at Home

Create popsicle stick monsters, tinfoil Easter eggs, and more easy crafts with tots.

Hand them a pail and a spoon, er, shovel, and let kids dig in the dirt.

Outdoor Fun with Kids: 30 Ways to Get Messy in the Backyard

Build a ladybug house, splatter paint, or just dig in the dirt!

These kids movies are classic hits!

50 Best Kids' Movies for Family Movie Night

These classic family movies include wild adventures, sci-fi, and coming-of-age tales.

WeeWork Activities: Indoor Balloon Tennis

Create this fun tennis game with a couple of paper plates and popsicle sticks.

22 Online Tutoring Services for Homework Help and Remote Learning

Find an online tutor in any subject with these services–some are available 24/7!

Fan favorite Frozen 2 got an early release thanks to coronavirus. Photo courtesy of Disney

Best Kids' TV Shows and Movies To Stream in Quarantine

Kids deserve a little escapism too!

The portable Cloud b Sleep Sheep plays white noise and baby sleep music.

Baby Sleep Aids to (Hopefully) Get Baby to Sleep Through the Night

These baby sleep tools promise to soothe your newborn back to dreamland.

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The High Museum of Art offers free admission on the second Sunday of most months.

Atlanta Attractions That Offer Free Admission for Kids

These great Atlanta-area destinations are almost always free and always worth a visit.

Learn some climbing skills in a Tree Climbing Class at Panola Mountain State Park. Photo courtesy of the park

12 Day Trips near Atlanta for Georgia Families in 2020

You don't have to travel far for kid-friendly summer adventures.

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10 Outdoor Party Games for Kids' Birthdays at Home

Awesome outdoor party games can help celebrate at a small birthday gathering.

Grab your list and head out for a scavenger hunt with the kids!

Indoor and Outdoor Scavenger Hunt Ideas for Kids (Cute Printables!)

Print out one of these scavenger hunts for a quick boredom buster!

This DIY project for kids is right on-trend for 2020 back to school!

How to Make a Mask Lanyard or Chain So Your Kids Stop Losing Them!

These pretty chains keep masks from getting lost.

Pick a pumpkin at Jaemor Farm. Photo courtesy of the farm

10 Pumpkin Patches Near Atlanta for Fall Farm Fun

Day trip to the pumpkin patch for all sorts of seasonal activities.