New York Family’s Ultimate Guide To Raising Kids In New York City, 2014-15

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Illustrations by Holly Morrison and Rachael Tucker

COLUMNS

Editor’s Note: Time to Play

Events & Offers: Our annual readership survey and a chance to win a fab parent-moon, our e-newsletters, and our new online calendar

Last Word: The Awakening

FEATURES

In My Room: We stepped into the bedrooms of seven décor-savvy kiddos (including three sets of siblings sharing rooms) to capture snapshots of urban family living

Spend City: Our budget blogger—and local mom of two—offers some savvy tips on saving money in all aspects of city life

It’s Super Dad!: In the hospital with leukemia, a Brooklyn father reassures his young son by sketching heroes from the comics

SPECIAL SECTIONS & DIRECTORIES

Classes
From new and cool offerings to classic favorites, our guide to the city’s best classes is sure to delight kids of all ages — plus, hot class trends

Museums
The city’s many museums aren’t just grown-up affairs—most offer special programming for children as well

Attractions
Our hit parade of the top family-friendly adventures and attractions in the city — plus, the best apps to help you get around, and scoop on seeing the city by foot, boat, or by bus

Education
Some of the city’s brightest teachers offer advice to parents on how to help their children thrive–plus, great education resources

Birthdays
Our favorite birthday party venues and entertainers are sure to make any child’s special day the best ever–plus, the 10 top birthday cakes in NYC and awesome cake alternatives

Shopping
Our guide to the best family retailers— from boutiques to big box stores—offers the inside scoop on shopping the city in the smartest way–plus, cool second-hand shops

New & Expectant Parents
A selective guide to local bump and baby essentials—plus, the Best in Show picks from the 2014 New York Baby Show and a guide to doulas, midwives, and lactation consultants

Health & Wellness
A selective list of New York City’s best family-friendly health and wellness pros–plus, tips on how pick a pediatrician

Theaters & Live Performances
Take a seat and check out the most kid- friendly theaters and live shows in town–plus tips on saving on ticket prices and our guide to the kindie music scene

Special Needs
A local mom of two (and special needs consultant) shares her wisdom about raising children with developmental challenges–plus, a resource guide and tips on entering kindergarten with special needs

 

Relevant Directory Listings

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Brooklyn Robot Foundry - Virtual Classes

<p><span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: small; background-color: #ffffff;">Brooklyn Robot Foundry offers super fun online robot-building classes for children 2-13 years old!</span><span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: small; background-color: #ffffff;">  </span><span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: small; background-color: #ffffff;">Each week, students are introduced to new engineering concepts and components while building that day’s robot in their own “workshop”.</span><span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: small; background-color: #ffffff;">  </span><span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: small; background-color: #ffffff;">All classes maintain a very low student-to-teacher ratio, allowing for plenty of individualized instruction and socializing. The supplies are shipped in advance and classes are led by amazing instructors, taking all the pressure off parents.</span><span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: small; background-color: #ffffff;">  </span><span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: small; background-color: #ffffff;">The Foundry’s main focus however, is that kids have fun, get creative, and enjoy being part of this STEAM-loving community!</span><span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: small; background-color: #ffffff;"> </span></p>

Aviator Sports Summer Day Camp

<p>Aviator Sports Summer Day Camp offers five daily rotating activities such as swimming, ice skating gymnastics, rock climbing, parkour, indoor/outdoor turf, and courts plus more in its ample 175,000 sq. ft. facility and 35-acre outdoor area. Aviator Summer Camp also offers off-site and on-site field trips such as a day at Green Meadows Farm, Launch Trampoline Park, and a Brooklyn Cyclones game. The summer camp runs from 9 am-5 pm with early drop off and late stay available. Bus transportation is also available throughout Brooklyn. Lunch and an afternoon snack are included. Sign up by February 28th to receive up to $300 off camp with early bird discounts.</p>

This Is Cooperstown

<p>Nicknamed America's hometown, Cooperstown has small-town charm and world-class attractions including the National Baseball Hall of Fame & Museum, a must-see for fans of the game and the ultimate homage to America's Pastime. Discover fine, folk, and Native American art at Fenimore Art Museum, acclaimed and varied performances at the Glimmerglass Festival, craft beer at Brewery Ommegang and Red Shed Brewery, fresh cider from the Fly Creek Cider Mill, great restaurants, four-season events, and outdoor fun.</p>