Animal attraction

Looking for a fun way to celebrate baby’s first Chinese New Year? Ring in the holiday, which falls on Jan. 31 in 2014, by reading Joyce Wan’s latest board book, “My Lucky Little Dragon,” to your little fortune cookie. Her book features all of the zodiac animals, such as the “silly little monkey” and “chatty little rooster,” on pages filled with bold illustrations, color, and words in a wonderful variety of fonts. The cover is fun to touch, with its combination of smooth and rough, sparkly textures. “My Lucky Little Dragon” has a happy ending, too, proclaiming, “Baby, I’m lucky to have you” alongside a heart-shaped mirror, so your little reader can see what all the fuss is about.

My Lucky Little Dragon book by Joyce Wan, $6.99, www.scholastic.com.

New Country Day Camp

Transportation is provided from Manhattan and Brooklyn to Staten Island&rsquo;s 75-acre Henry Kaufmann Campground, where swimming pools, hiking trails, and open meadows set the scene for a summer of adventure and enrichment. New Country Day Camp, a program of the 14th Street Y and Educational Alliance, is a joyful and inclusive community where campers, families and staff build meaningful connections with each other and the natural world around them, and experience personal growth through high-quality programs that are rooted in the outdoors and guided by Jewish values.

Laurissa Jane Music

Laurissa Jane Music Studio is a dedicated institution that offers a solid foundation for students to explore the captivating world of music and arts. With experienced instructors, we offer private and group lessons in piano, voice, and guitar, for all ages and skill levels. We provide year-round training for renowned programs such as NYSSMA (New York State School Music Association) and ABRSM (Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music). LJMS runs an annual Summer Musical Theatre Arts Program from July-August which offers a creative environment for young individuals with a passion for acting, singing, and dancing. We are proud to serve the vibrant communities of Jamaica Queens and can also provide classes virtually. At LJMS, we firmly believe in the transformative power of the arts. Call us today!

Garden School

A coed, fully-accredited, independent school in Jackson Heights offering an excellent and affordable Nursery&ndash;Grade 12 education. Small classes allow for a personalized approach.