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Best for Kids in New York

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Best known for it's National Public Radio literary series, Selected Shorts, this eclectic performing arts center offers a variety of music, dance, film, literary events and family programs. At the Symphony Space, performances range from world music and classical concerts to contemporary dance and repertory film series. The season runs from September to June with comparatively inexpensive ticket prices.

Established in 1968 as the Flushing Meadow Zoo, Queens Zoo was the first menagerie of Queens. It was rechristened to its present name in 1992. Managed by the Wildlife Conservation Society, it spans 18 acres (7.3 hectares). Stroll through their animal trail to see huge bison, Andean bear, Canadian lynx, Southern pudu, puma, pronghorn, and more in natural enclosures. The aviary with its winding walkway is a spherical dome designed by Buckminster Fuller for the 1964 World's Fair. Check out the Waterfowl Marsh and Sea Lion Pool for some marine life delights. Get to know about conservation through their interactive stations throughout the zoo. Whether it is an educational trip or a family outing, you are sure to be enthralled by the animals displayed at this zoo.

TADA! Youth Theater was established as an entertainment center where children from all ethnic and economic backgrounds could work together and evolve their own ideas into musicals. Any child with an interest is welcome to attend. Through rehearsals and classes, children learn to develop their creative talent and self-worth in a fun, safe and encouraging environment. Original musicals performed by children serve as main focus at this drama hall.

The Coney Island Museum is a small but informative museum dedicated to preserving the history of Coney Island. The museum features Coney Island memorabilia like the Steeplechase Horse, the Boardwalk Rolling Chair, Funhouse Distortion Mirrors, and antique souvenirs. Relics of old rides like vintage bumper cars take you back to Coney Island's heyday. With a changing exhibition schedule, the museum showcases items like photos of Mermaid Parade. Their knowledgeable staff can answer any questions on Coney Island. "Ask the Expert" lecture series are held here by the historians of Coney Island.

The Jewish Children's Museum, primarily geared towards elementary school-age children through the eighth grade, is a museum for children of all faiths. Visitors will experience Jewish history, values, and traditions in a manner that inspires an increased interest in Jewish culture. Permanent exhibits such as "Exploring Jewish Life" teach children about Jewish holidays and foods while "Exploring Jewish History" teaches children about the Land of Israel and the Holocaust. Kids can take a journey through Judaism on a miniature golf course where each hole represents a different stage of the Jewish lifecycle or test their Jewish knowledge in a Jeopardy-style game show quiz. School and youth group programs can be arranged.

At over 897 acres (363 hectares), the Flushing Meadows Corona Park is Queens' largest and New York City's fourth-largest. It is the site of two former world's fairs, one in 1939 and the other in 1964, as well as the home to the famous symbol of the 1964 Fair: the Unisphere. While its immaculate pastures are home to several public facilities such as the Shea Stadium, the home of the mighty New York Mets, the USTA National Tennis Center, along with the New York Hall of Science, the Queens Museum of Art, the Arthur Ashe Stadium, Citi Field and the Louis Armstrong Stadium are definitely Flushing Meadow's most noticeable sights. The park really comes to life during the American Open, when it receives its highest number of attendees.

Let your child explore their imagination at the Staten Island Children's Museum. Let them play, be a firefighter, ride a boat, fish, act like an insect and become oblivious to time here. There's a construction zone where kids can learn about houses and how they are built; they even get to use a digger and decorate! There are several outdoor and indoor exhibits that facilitate learning, as well as a distinct art workshop for kids to explore their creativity. The museum building is easily identifiable by a massive metal sculpture of a praying mantis, fondly referred to as Francis the Praying Mantis, that is positioned outside the museum.

McCarren Park Pool is one of the youngest entertainment destinations in Brooklyn. Although the pool has existed in McCarren Park in Brooklyn since 1936, it acquired its new identity in 2012. Next to the historic pool, a recreational facility was created, which has been the venue for several free and ticketed live music performances. Ample space and a well-designed structure make this open-air venue a great place to catch some fun with family and friends. Pool party shows by live bands are held every Sunday for free of cost. And there can be no better romantic setting for an outdoor film festival, that is conducted here for an entire month. The 37,950 square foot pool is a great way to beat the heat, with plenty of room for everyone.

Imagination Playground is a revolutionary space conceptualized by David Rockwell of Kodak Theatre fame. This interactive playing field promotes the free play philosophy significant to a child's all-round development and growth. The safe, walled area features random objects like foam blocks, cloths, cartons, crates, wagons and sand giving children the rare opportunity to build their own games and toys from seeming waste items, in turn nurtuting their creative minds. A favorite among locals and tourists alike, it is a recreational oasis amidst Burling Slip's urban backdrop.

This is a great zoo for young children. Here, your toddlers can see animals up close without having to be lifted up. It maintains mostly domestic animals and small creatures. There is a petting zoo with a cow, sheep and goats. You will also see mice, chickens, groundhogs, birds, fish and a few lizards. Some of the larger and more exotic creatures include sea lions, baboons and emus. For hours according to season, please check the website.

Children's Museum of the Arts concentrates on children's education. They have a number of artists that work full time with children and parents always finding something interesting to do here. Children can explore, create, paint, draw, act, sculpt and experiment with a lot of materials made available. Each exhibition is made to inspire the child towards art and creativity. Children's Museum of the Arts holds a collection of 2000 pieces made by children from over 50 countries. Special sessions, workshops, art lessons and classes make for a fun learning experience! You can also rent the space to host private events or children's parties. Check website for more details.

This beautiful Brooklyn park was created by the same architects responsible for the splendid Central Park in Manhattan. Unlike its more famous cousin in Manhattan, Prospect Park sits pretty amidst a primarily residential area and is not surrounded by skyscrapers. Many Olmsted fans dub this 526 acre (212.87 hectare) park his crowning achievement. It features horseback riding, ice skating, tennis, paddle boats and a carousel, as well as the Prospect Park Wildlife Center. There is a band shell for concerts, and Prospect Lake is often teeming with ducks, geese and swans.

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