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In an afford to attract Californians to Disneyland Resort Theme Park, Disneyland is offering a huge discount to California residents. This summer, you can visit Disneyland for as little as $83 per day with the purchase of a 3-day, 1 park per day ticket. Keep reading for all the details! To take advantage of this special limited-time offer, you should purchase your tickets now. Then, visit 3 times anytime through September 30, 2021, with no blockout dates. You can enjoy all the attractions and rides, enchanting experiences, fireworks, and the new Avengers Campus. Your 3-Day, 1-Park Per Day Ticket will cost you $249 per person. Kids under age of 3 don't need tickets. You need to make a theme park reservation for every day that you will be visiting. Before buying your tickets, be sure reservations are available for the dates you want to visit, because the reservations are still limited. You can check the calendar for available dates. You can also get 25% discount on your stay at Disneyland Resort. At the resort, you can enjoy themed pools, world-class service, magical Disney touches all around you, and you will be super close to the park. The discount offer is valid from July 5, 2021 through October 2, 2021, and you must book through September 16, 2021. For more information about Disneyland, click here. To find a huge list of places that you can enjoy with your kids, go to our PLACES TO GO page. FUN WITH KIDS IN LA© brings you the best that Los Angeles has to offer for families and kids! Subscribe to our mailing list to get all the fun directly into your inbox! You May Also Enjoy: Two New Nighttime Spectaculars Are Coming to Walt Disney World Resort! A Huge List of Places That are Open in Los Angeles For Families and Kids!

On Passover each year, we tell the story of the Exodus from Egypt, and the story begins with the youngest person at the Seder asking the Four Questions, one of which is,"Why is tonight different from all other nights?" This year on Passover, not only we will teach them why this night is different from other nights, they will also learn, "why this year is different from other years." This year, the big difference is we can't get together to celebrate like all other years, but despite all the difficulties, we can still come together, as Jews everywhere have planned virtual Seders that you can join to celebrate this historical night with friends, family, and other Jews around the Country. April 8, 2020 Passover with Camp Havaya Thursday, April 9th at 7pm. Come together for a one-hour, family friendly gathering via Zoom. No haggadah is required. All you need is yourself and, if you want, some Passover-related foods (matzah, charoset, bitter herbs ... and whatever else you want to eat or snack on). Feel free to sit at your table, recline on your couch, or sit in bed -- there's no right or wrong way to join. Passover Seder Live Stream Wednesday, Apr 8th 6:30pm to 7:30pm CST. Join Rabbi Scott Hausman-Weiss for a 45 minute Seder rituals, wonderful music, a few jokes, and an opportunity to “gather.” You need to register to receive a Zoom invite. Broadway Seder Temple Beth El Wednesday, April 8 from 6:00pm to 9:00 pm EST. Temple Beth El’s funny, spirited, tuneful Broadway Seder, including original takes on theatrical hits and featuring Boca Raton’s very own multi-talented stars of local stage, screen, and bima–Rabbi Dan Levin and Cantor Lori Brock. April 9, 2020 Beth El Family Seder with Rabbi Greg Weisman and Heather Erez Thursday, April 9th from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm EST. Geared toward families with younger children. JewBelong’s Free Virutal Seder Thursday, April 9 at 7:00pm EST. Join JewBelong's Free Virtual Seder for humor, connection,songs, and Venmo prizes for afikoman winners! Beth El Congregation of the South Hills Online Seder Thursday, April 9 at 5:30 pm EST. Online Seder led by Rabbis Alex and Amy Greenbaum. Seder is being live streamed on Beth El Congregation’s website. Beiteinu Synagogue Online Seder Thursday, April 9, 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm EST. Rabbi Cove and the Beiteinu Family invite you to join them for an upbeat, joyful, and inspirational Seder. April 11, 2020 18Doors Virtual Passover Experience Join for an engaging, spiritually nourishing, virtual alternative Passover experience. Connect with your beloved and with other interfaith couples. Rabbi Malka Packer-Monroe, director of 18Doors will help you discover deeper meaning and joy this unique holiday season. Passover Resources: Everything you need for a virtual seder, in one place, plus join or host virtual Seders How to Host a Meaningful Virtual Passover Seder by Martha Stewart Virtual Passover Resources for Kids Song Playlists for Your Passover Seder Free haggadah download (fun, non-traditional, simple, short, and easy Seder) Free haggadah download (Great for a more traditional Seder with young children) Seder Plate Substitutions During Coronavirus Quarantine The Four Children and COVID-19

L.A. Zoo continues to “Bring the Zoo to You” with "Wild for the Planet", a virtual celebration from Earth Day to Endangered Species Day with behind-the-scenes animal videos, animal draw-alongs, animal puppet video series, and curated content by animal experts. Every spring, the L.A. Zoo’s annual “Wild for the Planet” celebrates all things animal, natural, and sustainable from Earth Day on April 22 to Endangered Species Day on May 15. Throughout this year’s virtual “Wild for the Planet” festivities, the L.A. Zoo is providing an array of activities accessible to anyone seeking engaging and educational animal-related content while at home. Carefully curated by the L.A. Zoo team, this online resource brings together animal videos, nature-related at-home crafts, exclusive animal coloring books available for download, and more. Endangered Species Draw-Alongs With Brian Kesinger The L.A. Zoo has partnered with veteran Walt Disney Animation and Marvel comic artist Brian Kesinger on a series of Facebook Live animal draw-alongs spotlighting endangered species that the Los Angeles Zoo has brought back from the brink of extinction. Taking place on four consecutive Saturdays at 1 p.m., these engaging Facebook Live tutorials show viewers how to draw the California condor (April 18), the mountain yellow-legged frog (April 25), peninsular pronghorn (May 2), and the western lowland gorilla (May 9). Join live on Facebook or catch up with archived episodes on the L.A. Zoo YouTube channel. Beastly Ball Annual Fundraiser Goes Virtual on May 15 The Greater Los Angeles Zoo Association’s annual “Beastly Ball” has been the Zoo’s signature star-studded fundraising event for decades.  This year, due to COVID-19, it will be a virtual event taking place on Endangered Species Day, May 15, 2020 at 6 p.m. The Virtual Beastly Ball will include special virtual animal experiences, celebrity guest appearances, and exciting silent and live auction opportunities. Free for all to attend. Visit beastlyball.lazoo.org for more details and regular updates. L.A. Zoo Virtual Zoom Backgrounds Get a little wild in your next Zoom meeting with L.A. Zoo’s new virtual backgrounds, with new ones released every Wednesday from April 22 through May 1. Use them to show your support for animal conservation and for preserving our planet. Available now on the L.A. Zoo’s Facebook (/lazoo) and Twitter (@lazoo) pages; or click the link here. L.A. ZOO-m Animal Chats with Swazzle Puppet Studio - A New Video Series Kids can join Swazzle’s environmental superhero Ricky Raccoon as he virtually visits his animal puppet friends and uncovers wild facts about creatures large and small in this new online original video series, created exclusively for the L.A. Zoo. Episode 1, “Yellow-Faced Bumblebee” will debut on Friday, April 24 on the L.A. Zoo’s Wild for the Planet page. Animal Conservation Videos Whether at the Zoo or in the field, the L.A. Zoo works to save species every day. From the release of hundreds of endangered tadpoles to studying giraffe conservation, the L.A. Zoo's original video programming highlights just some of the many inspiring conservation stories, plus original animal content posted regularly from inside the zoo. Available to watch now on the Wild for the Planet page. Content and Crafts The Los Angeles Zoo encourages everyone to take actions to support wildlife and sustainability for the good of the planet we all share. Check out the Wild for the Planet page for unique animal stories written by expert staff and tips for conservation actions at home. Plus, Earth Day crafts where kids can learn how to "Create a Zoo Habitat", make a "Paper Roll Bird Feeder", and build a "Solitary Bee House." All three crafts are available to download now on the Wild for the Planet page.

After nearly two decades in the Jewish Federation building, the Zimmer Children’s Museum by ShareWell closed its doors to the public, and head to its new location, The Santa Monica Place, with a brand new name, Cayton Children's Museum, and so many exciting changes. THE MUSEUM The state of the art space in the Santa Monica Mall features 21,000 square feet of discovery-based exhibits, a theatre, art studios, workshops, classes, camps, and a year-long calendar of arts and cultural programming for toddlers to youth. The space is filled with immersive elements including a full-size helicopter, fire truck, and veterinary clinic. The kids get to shop for groceries, eat in a café, play chef, go to the vet, become firefighters, or pretend to be a pilot. "The Together We" section offers group activities and team building, and the "Reflect On" section is where children learn to better connect with nature. You’ll also find the “Courage Climber,” an entire level made from nets, which kids find extremely fun to explore. There is a separate space for infants to 2 years old children to explore through touch, and is intended to help them strengthen their coordination. LOCATION The museum is on the third floor of the open-air Santa Monica Place mall located at 395 Santa Monica Place, Suite 374. The Mall has on-site parking, and is also located at the final stop of the Metro Expo line. HOURS The Museum is open Monday through Saturday from 10:00 am to 7:00 pm, and on Sundays from 12:00 pm to 7:00 pm. COST General admission is $14 per person for adults and children ages 1 to 12. The Cayton runs on a timed-entry ticketing system! Each ticket is good for a two-hour window of play. You can reserve your tickets on line, or buy at the door. Children under 1 are free. Visitors who participate in EBT and WIC can enjoy FREE admission to the Cayton. GROUP VISITS Get special discounted rates for groups of 10 or more. Please email groups@sharewell.org for more information. MEMBERSHIP Cayton offers different level memberships: The Launchers for $105: Unlimited admission for one named adult and one child; Free guest for child member’s birthday; 5% discount on classes and camps; 10% off all purchases at Museum gift shop. The Reachers for $500: Unlimited admission for two named adults and two children; Free guest for child member’s birthday; Eight (8) one-time guest passes valid for one year; 10% discount on classes, camps and purchases at Museum gift shop. The Reflectors for $2000: Unlimited admission for four named adults and four children with waived timed entry; Ten (10) one-time guest passes valid for one year; Exclusive invites to exhibit openings, VIP events and special programming; 15% discount on classes, camps and purchases at Museum gift shop; 15% discount on birthday party bookings; Acknowledgement as supporter at The Reflectors level in Museum publications and newsletters. The Builders for $5000: Unlimited admission for four named adults and four children with waived timed entry; Private members-only tour of Museum with founder and CEO; Acknowledgement on Annual Donor Wall in Museum;  Fifteen (15) one-time guest passes valid for one year; Annual valet pass at Santa Monica Place; Exclusive invites to exhibit openings, VIP events and special programming; 15% discount on classes, camps and purchases at Museum gift shop; 15% discount on birthday party bookings; Acknowledgement as supporter at The Builders level in members-only newsletters. CAMP CAYTON The Museum offers Summer Camp, Winter Camp, and Spring Camp. Camp Cayton offers a unique experience for campers to build, create, and explore. Experienced educators lead an imaginative curriculum complete with art immersion and museum play. Camp Cayton encourages campers to take risks, express themselves creatively, engage with their community, and play their way to a better world. BIRTHDAY PARTIES You can host your child’s next birthday party or celebration at the Cayton Children’s Museum. Whether you are planning a birthday party for 30 children or a celebration for hundreds, Cayton offers a number of discrete spaces or the whole museum for private buy-outs. When you book the space, you work with the event professionals at Cayton to create a package that meets your needs. They work with a network of preferred event vendors, caterers, performers and artists, photographers and more. You can choose from three different packages ranging from $925 to $1850. The space is only available on the weekends. PARKING Parking is available in the City’s public parking structures. Structure 7 (entrance off of Broadway) and Structure 8 (entrance off of Colorado Ave) are immediately adjacent to Santa Monica Place. The first 90 minutes of parking are complimentary; the hour thereafter is $2 and between $2 to $3 for each additional 30 minutes. Cayton Children’s Museum by ShareWell Santa Monica Place 395 Santa Monica Place, Suite 374 Santa Monica, CA 90401 424.416.8320 Online: caytonmuseum.org Email sherri@sharewell.org Facebook: facebook.com/CaytonMuseum Twitter: twitter.com/CaytonMuseum Instagram: instagram.com/Caytonmuseum Disclosure: I was invited to Cayton Children's Museum for a review.

The San Diego Zoo and Safari Park may be closed for now, but it’s business as usual for the animals of San Diego Zoo Global and the crew of wildlife care specialists who are looking out for them, and you can stay connected with virtual visits anytime you want! From their habitat to yours, these livestreaming cams provide views of wildlife as they explore, eat, swing, pounce, groom, and play through their day. Catch all the action! Wildlife Cams Ape Cam Baboon Cam Burrowing Owl Cam presented by Ori and the Will of the Wisps Butterfly Cam presented by Wheelhouse Credit Union Condor Cam Elephant Cam presented by Planet Zoo® Giraffe Cam Koala Cam Panda Cam Penguin Cam presented by Alaska Airlines Polar Cam presented by the Coca-Cola Company Tiger Cam San Diego Zoo Kids Kids can jump into the world of wildlife with every visit to San Diego Zoo Kids. This family-friendly website is jam-packed with videos and information about animals, fun stories, hands-on activities, and games. San Diego Zoo Kids Watch Wildlife Stories on YouTube You can tune into YouTube to view the heartwarming, educational, and fun animal videos. San Diego Zoo on YouTube San Diego Zoo Safari Park on YouTube San Diego Zoo Kids Channel ZOONOOZ Online This free digital version of the Zoo's popular magazine features fascinating stories about wildlife and ongoing conservation projects. New articles are posted each week! ZOONOOZ Online San Diego Zoo Animals & Plants With detailed information, fun trivia, and much more, this website is a user-friendly, A-to-Z guide about favorite animals and plants, as well as fascinating species you may not know. San Diego Zoo Animals & Plants Free San Diego Zoo Global Academy Courses Learn about animals by taking some San Diego Zoo Global Academy online courses for free! For eight weeks, the Zoo will provide complimentary access to their Introduction to Animal Species courses, offering different topics each week. Especially useful for teachers and students. Academy Link Science Blog Middle school and high school students can dig into science on the San Diego Zoo Institute for Conservation Research website. Science Blog Help Track Wildlife from the Comfort of Home Anyone can become a “citizen scientist” and contribute valuable data to conservation researchers by helping to count and identify giraffes and burrowing owls—online from your own couch. Wildwatch Burrowing Owl Wildwatch Kenya For more information about San Diego Zoo, please visit their official website.

The quarantine mandate forced families around the world to stay at home and limit non-essential trips to public places. Everything quickly changed; shops closed, and businesses temporarily stopped operations. Schools abruptly ended classes. The new normal set in, and it took some time for everyone to adjust to it. For parents, adjusting also means helping their children cope with these lifestyle changes. They need to find ways to keep the little ones active and entertained. Sure, the iPad, smartphone, and tablets can help, but too much exposure to these devices is not good. However, parents can do plenty of creative activities with their children throughout the quarantine period. Teach them the value of giving This quarantine period is the best time to teach children about the importance of giving and sharing. You can sign them up with a charitable organization and donate on their behalf. You can even open a kids debit card for them to donate to charities on their own. This giving activity may not be as entertaining as the games your children are used to, but it will be an exciting and inspiring experience for them. This activity will not only make them feel good, but it will also teach them how to be responsible. Schedule a regular movie and game night Once a week, gather the children and the rest of the family for movie night. You can write movie titles on small strips of paper and place them inside a jar or any similar container. Family members can then take turns in picking the movie to watch. If you want to be more creative, you can alternate movie nights with game nights. The children can choose the games to play each week. Don’t forget to prepare some snacks and beverages, and take a lot of fun photos. Organize weekend backyard parties or campouts If your backyard is spacious enough, you can organize a weekend party at least once a month. Just make sure to specify that the party is for the family only. Alternate these backyard parties with fun and creative campouts with the children. Prepare some camping activities and a lot of marshmallows! Schedule a cooking or baking session Cooking and baking are fun and creative learning activities. You can start with simple recipes such as fried chicken and making pancakes or cupcakes. Allow your children to explore their creativity by giving them the freedom to decorate their baking creations. Find time to color or journal with them Coloring is a relaxing creative activity that any kid loves to do. Pick out one day a week to color with your children. You can print out images if you don’t have coloring books. Your children’s favorite fairy tale characters are good choices. If your kids are a bit older, you can have regular journaling sessions with them. Use stickers, coloring and writing materials, and old notebooks or planners. If you don’t have stickers, use magazine cut-outs, or look for images online and print them. Get into sports Being in quarantine might just be the perfect time to introduce sports to your children. Choose simple ones that you can do as a family, such as a DIY obstacle course or kicking/throwing a ball. The quarantine mandate may have changed the way we do things, but it has also allowed us to spend precious time with our family and loved ones. Use this time wisely.

Since the kids are staying home most of the time and it is so hot outside, why not get them some indoor activities so they can enjoy while social distancing. Here we have found you ten cool games and toys that will occupy your kids for hours, and you can find them for $5 or less on Amazon. Monopoly Deal Games Get the fun of a Monopoly game with cards. You'll use action cards to charge rent and make tricky deals, and when you collect 3 property card sets you'll win. This game is only $4.97 on Amazon. Fashion Angels 1000+ Ridiculously Cute Stickers This 40-Page sticker book is a fabulous collection of 1000+ stickers for decorating notebooks, planners and more, which will keep your kid busy for hours, and it is only $4.99 on Amazon. LEGO Classic Creative Blue Bricks With this exciting mix of blue LEGO Classic bricks, kids will have endless fun building and rebuilding 3 cool models, then develop their free-building skills as they imagine their own creations. Avando 20PCS Doll Accessories With different style clothes and other accessories for barbie dolls, this set can help your children develop their own practical ability and thinking ability. With sticky buckle on the back, the the cloths are easy to take on and off, and are durable and washable. YCBABY Qiyi Warrior W Speed Cube 3x3 This classic puzzle game allows children to return to tradition, play to learn, and learn to play, and stay away from electronic products; This game effectively improves your child's concentration, responsiveness, memory, logical thinking skills, and patience. It is also a great way for children to relieve stress. The game is only $4.99 on Amazon. Hasbro Gaming Jenga Mini Game This is a mini version of the Jenga game, which includes 18 Jenga mini hardwood blocks. In this game, the last player to stack a block without causing the tower to crash wins. Hasbro Gaming Clue Card Game for Kids This is a classic mystery game with a twist. Kids can enjoy a different kind of clue gameplay with this fun, fast card game. In this classic game, players find out what's under the crime card -- who did it, with what, and where -- by asking other players questions. Melissa & Doug DYO Airplane This 4-inch-long wooden airplane is easy to assemble, and includes 4 pots of paint, paintbrush, and 47 stickers for decorating. This game is not only fun, it it also develops fine motor skills and encourages creativity in kids. Play-Doh Shape Making Machine with 2 Non-Toxic Play-Doh Colors This toy is a classic fun with open-ended creative activity! Kids can squeeze 10 different shapes from this silly pressing machine, then squish, smoosh, roll, and mold their creations into anything they can imagine. Fun Express Wooden Tricky Triangle Peg Game Kids love playing this 4 1/2" tricky triangle game for hours. Everyone takes turns playing, competing to see who can remove the most pegs. Disclaimer: This post includes affiliate links, meaning we will receive a small commission by Amazon after each purchase. You May also Enjoy: The Best Monthly Subscriptions For Kids on Amazon The Best Science Experiments and Kits for Kids on Amazon

We are impressed how all businesses, big and small, are coming together to help everyone get through these difficult times. Many Museums are offering free online activities and resources for kids to be engaged while at home, and we've found you an awesome list. Stuck at Home Science Fight boredom and continue your child's science learning with easy to follow activities from California Science Center. Rain Cloud in a Jar Looking for something fun and engaging to do at home? Try making a rain cloud in a jar brought to you by KidSpace Children's Museum. Soil Test in a Jar This simple soil test from Natural History Museum LA will help you figure out the percent-ages of clay, silt, and sand in your soil, and let you know if you need to make any soil amendments. Museum at Home The Children's Museum Of Indianapolis' educators and experts are coming together to bring you fun live content online. LiveStream Video & Coloring Activities Peterson Museum is live streaming their activities online hosted out of the Rob and Melanie Walton Discovery Center. Plus you can enjoy variety of coloring activities from vehicles that are in the Museum's Collection, or build your own race car and learn about all things automotive. Art Projects Norton Simon Museum is offering a variety of art projects online inspired by the Museum’s collection to engage children at home. Science for Kids At American Museum of Natural History, you'll find Museum exhibits and online resources for science enthusiasts of all ages. Make a Clay Pot: Coil and Pinch Brought to you by The Met 150, this video teaches you how to make clay pots using the coil and pinch methods. Explore Natural History Explore natural history with online resources and at-home activities for all ages brought to you by Field Museum of Natural History. 3D Scanning Frontier The Smithsonian’s 3-D digitization portal features interactive models from a pantheon of fields. Users can browse collections of blue-and-white ceramics, numismatic specimens (also known as coins), and presidential portraits, among others. STEM in 30 The National Air and Space Museum’s “STEM in 30” show is released online monthly. The 30-minute interactive webcast features discussions with curators, astronauts and scholars on topics including bees and aerospace, spy planes, World War II, and air traffic control. You can watch the previous episodes online. America's Presidents Portal The National Portrait Gallery’s America’s Presidents portal is a digital companion to the museum’s physical collection of presidential portraits. History Explorer The National Museum of American History’s History Explorer tool allows you to search a broad database of resources, including lessons and activities, museum artifacts, books and interactive experiences. Native Knowledge 360° The National Museum of the American Indian’s Native Knowledge 360° provides children with new perspectives on Native American history and cultures. Smithsonian Science How The National Museum of Natural History’s “Smithsonian Science How” series invites students to participate in “free, interactive, live video webcasts” with Smithsonian experts. The Exploratorium Online Learning Explore a vast collection of online experiences to feed your curiosity and education resources supporting online teaching and learning at The Exploratorium. You May Also Enjoy: Discover The Fun Of Backyard Geology

Going out with your two-wheeler or bike for daily usage can be healthy. However, if you ardently want to experience some genuine fun and challenges, mountain biking is definitely in your cards. When you go up the tough terrains and rocky pathways with your favorite bicycle, the thrill of mountain biking will feel like heaven. However, you can’t start biking in the mountain from city traffic. It would put you in front of many unseen problems. So, it would be best if you took proper preparations. Hence, we came up with an engaging tutorial on 5 things you should know before you start mountain biking. So, are you up for it? 1. Understand your expenditure When you plan for a mountain biking with your bicycle for the first time, you may not be aware of the expenditure. It varies considerably compared to the gears and type of bike you will need for city traffic and daily commute. You may need to expend anywhere between $500 to $2000 to prepare correctly for the mountaineering task. The expenditure includes your bicycle budget and gears. We have carefully chosen the budget to meet the requirements and the sweet spot of your comfort zone. For instance, an average mountaineering bike will cost you around $500 to $850. In this budget, you get a decent and handy hard-tail bike. However, if you are ready to spend higher, the full-suspension bike is ready to serve you. Also, you can opt for various cutting edge bikes with smart integration if you have the budget. Besides the bike, you would need to spend on your gears, such as smart devices for measuring heart and breath rate. You may want a GPS enabled watch as well. Finally, a pair of safety goggles, mountaineering helmet to protect your head, and knee and ankle caps are also necessary. The adequate budgeting for all these gears will help you prepare entirely for your first mountain trip. And once you learn the initial steps and techniques, you can always upgrade to a better bicycle for more challenges. 2. Fix your bike at the beginning Most bikers, during their first mountain expedition, are unsure about the type of bicycle they should purchase. So, if you are one of them and don’t know which way to go, we suggest you opt for the trail bike at the beginning. It is quite a rigid bike and easy to ride, as well. However, it is not only about the ease of riding. Instead, the bike offers smooth riding on every terrain and supports maximum riding styles too. The tail bike blends fun and safety requirements for a lifetime of biking experiences. What’s more, a trail bike is easily transformable between a hard-tail and full suspension with little adjustments. So, you are at liberty to go with your style and preference. However, if you don’t like riding on a trail bike, there are other alternatives for you as well. They include: Downhill: Downhill bike is designed to ride on shuttle assisted and life-assisted mountain trails. Cross Country: The Cross Country bike is suitable for all-day riding without much fatigue. Also, it is an ideal option for going uphill and feeling the thrill of the race. All-Mountain: The All-Mountain bike is designed to ride on steeper trails and descending rides with the utmost safety. 3. Don’t ignore the safety equipment Overconfidence during mountain biking is a fatal decision most cyclists make during their initial stage. We have seen many cyclists going bare equipment to enjoy the freshest air and ended up getting minor to significant injuries. So, we always suggest you prepare with the right gear before you go for the first mountain trip. These safety gears for mountain biking keep you safe and help you tackle riskier trails with more confidence. First, get the right helmet. You can choose from the regular or full-face helmet, depending on your comfort zone. If you love downhill and high-speed steep riding, we recommend a full-face helmet. It is designed for aggressive riding. As you drive through various terrains, particles such as pebbles, dust, debris, and tree branches lark around you. Therefore, you should invest in adequate eye protection to avoid accidents. You may choose a professional-grade mountain biking glasses for $50 to $150. Nonetheless, a pair of contractor glasses will do the job fine, which cost around $3 to $5. So, even if they get lost, you won't lose much. 4. Figure out your biking interest When we speak about mountain biking, it is not only riding the mountain uphill with your favorite bicycle. You can opt for uphill, downhill, or even the flat terrain biking. Also, you need to consider the biking location. Will you be riding mostly on tropical conditions or icy places? These considerations are crucial since they will help you choose the right bike and tire type. The tire of the bicycle is vital, so you need to figure out the threaded pattern of it. Once you can determine your biking preference, you can quickly figure out the type of bike too. Lastly, it will prepare you better, both mentally and physically. 5. Ready to fall: Although it seems somewhat weird, it is evident that you will fall at some point during your mountain biking. So, you need to be prepared for it so that you can rise tall after the fall and begin riding with confidence. There will be scars and bruises on your limbs, hands, and other parts of the body. But they shouldn’t frustrate you, instead, take pride in them. However, don’t fall off guards. Always use protective gear such as elbow and knee pads and ankle strips for a safe fall. The excitement of mountain biking is next to none. Once you learn the right way of going uphill or downhill with your mountain bike, you will be in the seventh sky. However, it would be ardently best if you prepared well before kicking off the challenging mountain biking. There are multiple other things you should also know, including riding position, seating arrangement, and so on.

This Spring you can enjoy LEGOLAND California in a whole new way. Starting March 5, 2021, LEGOLAND is having build and play days at LEGOLAND California! Keep reading to find out all about what to expect when LEGOLAND finally reopens this Spring! On the build and play days, you get to enjoy some of the most popular outdoor playgrounds at LEGOLAND, including the Hideaways in Castle Hill and DUPLO Playtown, and never-before-seen musical entertainment. The activities include: Free Play Zones Kids can enjoy some of LEGOLAND California’s most popular outdoor playgrounds, including the Hideaways inside Castle Hill and DUPLO Playtown! LEGO Building Activities Enjoy special building activities that LEGOLAND is hosting for these event days in Fun Town; PLUS, build the ultimate boat and test it in the water at Coast Guard Build-a-Boat. Distanced Character Meet & Greets Enjoy socially distant LEGOLAND Character Meet & Greets with a line-up of some of the most popular costume characters appearing throughout the day! Miniland U.S.A. Stroll through Miniland U.S.A. and take in the sights of some of the country’s most famous cities. This is the only place where you can travel from New York to New Orleans to Las Vegas and Southern California itself in just minutes! I-Spy Miniland Scavenger Hunt A unique LEGO Minifigure I-Spy scavenger hunt all over Miniland U.S.A. The rides will not be open, but you also get to enjoy some of LEGOLAND's most popular food items at the Market at Smokehouse BBQ, Pizza Mania, and The Beer Garden. The famous Granny’s Apple Fries and Churros con Chocolate will be open as well! You can enjoy some recently reinvented fun menu items like deconstructed s’mores, colorful rice crispy treats, popcorn, Granny’s Apple Fries and colorful churros. Find a Hotel or Airbnb Near LEGOLAND For Your Stay! Shops will also be open, where you’ll find the largest selection of LEGO products on the West Coast. Build N Play days are happening on these dates: March 5 – 7, March 12 – 14, daily through March 19 – April 11, April 16 – 18, April 23 – 25, April 30 – May 2 from 10am - 4pm. Tickets are $19.99 to $29.99 per person; $14.99-$19.99 per person for Silver, Gold, Platinum, Elite and Ambassador Annual Pass Holders, and Children 2 and under are free. If you stay overnight in one of the LEGOLAND Hotels, you can add the LEGO CHIMA Water Park for $10 more, which is exclusive for Hotel guests from March 12 - May 2. For more information about LEGOLAND reopening and LEGOLAND Play N Play, click here.

The long days of summer offer a great chance to spend some quality time with your little ones. But they’re not called the long days of summer for nothing! Here are few places where you can enjoy a little adult time while still making it about the kiddos, including one where you won’t spend more than $1 on delicious margaritas! All’Acqua (Atwater Village) Sign your kids up for “summer camp” at All’Acqua and participate in some activities of your own. Kids under 12 get a Bambini Pizza or Pasta; soft drink, juice, or milk; and a scoop of gelato for $12 while the adults get to take advantage of Happy Hour Menu pricing usually only available at the bar. Available from 5-7 pm very weekday you might not want to send the kids back to school. Côté Est (Highland Park) Not to be outdone; sister property of All’Acqua, Côté Est, is having a camp de vacances of their own. Choose between a Grilled Cheese with Frites, Fried Chicken with Frites, or Macaroni and Cheese along with a beverage and scoop of ice cream for $12. Meanwhile you’ll be sipping on le cocktail at the table, all at bar pricing! A delicious Côtes de Provence Rosé ($7) and an order of Pomme Frites with Espelette aioli ($3) will cost less than the children’s meal you will most likely be finishing! Available from 5-7 pm Monday-Friday for kids under 12 and their accompanying adults. Applebee’s (LA Wide) Available now until the end of August, Applebee’s is pouring Strawberry Dollaritas all day long!! This is 10 oz strawberry margarita for only $1, and you don’t even need to order any food to go with it!! But since you’re a responsible parent, let’s assume you might be getting something for your hungry or super hungry tike under the Hungry Kids Menu. Available for guests under 12, Hungry kids get their choice of 6 entrées like chicken tenders or mini cheeseburgers plus a side and drink for $5.29 while Super Hungry Kids get double the portion and few more menu options for just $1 more! Looking for a super saver deal? A 4 oz Top Sirloin Steak with a side of Garlic Mashed Potatoes or Mozzarella Sticks and an Apple Juice is only $6.29! Pair that with a Strawberry Dollarita and you’ve got dinner for under $10! Just don’t forget to share it with your super hungry kid! Chuck E. Cheese (LA Wide) Yeah I said it! Sure Chuck E. Cheese has Pizza and a Salad Bar, but did you know that mouse also has his liquor license? Beer and Wine is available all day, and it’s totally acceptable to sip and savor while following your little gamer around. Pricing and availability ranges based on location. Want more kid friendly places to happily spend an hour? Head to EatDrinkLA.

Ellenos Greek Yogurts Are Absolutely Delicious! I love yogurt, and I am always looking for different yogurts to try. This week I have been trying different flavors of Ellenos Greek Yogurts, and I am thoroughly in love! Ellenos Real Greek Yogurt is the yummy, fresh and pure outcome of a really yogurt-obsessed family, and because of their obsession, I am now obsessed! I am so obsessed that I am having them for breakfast, lunch, and sometimes even for dinner! You can choose from variety of flavors like Lemon Curd, Marionberry, Passion Fruit, Vanilla Bean, Mango, and limited edition Pumpkin Pie. In addition, they are releasing a brand new Milk + Fruit line featuring Apple Cinnamon, Fig Raisin, Pineapple Ginger, and more. (By the way, the Pumpkin Pie is ridiculously good!) All of their flavors start with hand-crafted, centuries-old family recipe, and they also make their fruit purees and sauces in-house. No matter what flavor you choose, you are going to fall in love with these creamy, absolutely delicious yogurts! And if you want to take your yogurt obsession further, you should keep reading, because I am going to share some favorite recipes that are going to blow your taste buds away: Ellenos Pumpkin Pie Mini Cheesecakes Yield: One Dozen Pumpkin Pie yogurt can be swapped for another flavor of Ellenos if desired INGREDIENTS Crust · Graham Crackers – 12 · Butter – 6 Tablespoon, Melted Filling · Ellenos Pumpkin Pie Yogurt – 3 Containers (approximately 20oz) · Eggs - 3 · Sugar - 1/3 Cup · Pumpkin Spice – 1 Tablespoon INSTRUCTIONS 1. Pre-heat oven to 325 2. Crumble graham crackers using a ziploc bag and rolling pin. Transfer crumbs to mixing bowl and incorporate melted butter until evenly distributed through the graham cracker crumbs. 3. In a separate bowl, combine eggs, sugar, pumpkin spice seasoning, and the yogurt portion of the Ellenos Pumpkin Pie. Reserve the pumpkin puree section of the Ellenos. 4. Use the bottom of a drinking glass or measuring cup to press graham cracker crust into the bottoms of a muffin or cupcake pan. Add filling mixture on top. 5. Add pumpkin puree from Ellenos Pumpkin Pie to tops of cheesecakes in pan. Swirl with toothpick to create designs as desired. 6. Bake for 25-30 minutes. 7. Allow cheesecakes to cool on counter until they reach room temperature, then cover and transfer to refrigerator to chill for 3-4 hours (overnight is ideal). 8. When ready to serve, sprinkle with topping from Ellenos Pumpkin Pie (if you didn’t devour it while baking! Tzatziki INGREDIENTS · Ellenos Plain Unsweetened - 1.5 Cups · 1/2 English Cucumber · Garlic - 2 Cloves · Lemon - 1 · Extra Virgin Olive Oil - 2 Generous Tablespoons · Salt & Pepper to Taste INSTRUCTIONS 1. Place your Ellenos into a medium mixing bowl. 2. Peel and grate half of the cucumber. Add the grated cucumber to the bowl. 3. Mince or press the garlic into the bowl. Add extra virgin olive oil, the juice of half a lemon, and a generous pinch of salt and pepper. Mix well. 4. Taste and add more lemon juice, salt or pepper to taste. Greek Lamb Chops INGREDIENTS Marinade · Ellenos Plain Unsweetened - 1.5 Cups · Garlic – 2 Cloves · Lemon - 1 · Extra Virgin Olive Oil - 2 Generous Tablespoons · Cumin - 2 Teaspoons · All Spice - 1/4 Teaspoon · Paprika - 1 Teaspoon · Ground Oregano - 1 Teaspoon · Ground Coriander - 1 Teaspoon · Salt & Pepper to Taste Protein Options · 4 Lamb Chops · Portobello Mushroom · Shrimp · Any Other Protein or Meat You Like to Grill! INSTRUCTIONS 1. If you haven’t already, remove your protein from the fridge so it can rest before cooking. Ideally, you want your protein out of the fridge for 20-30 mins before you start cooking. If using a grill, turn on and prepare for high heat cooking. 2. Place your Ellenos into a medium mixing bowl to prepare your marinade. 3. In the bowl with yogurt, mince or press your garlic, add the zest and juice of the lemon, add extra virgin olive oil, cumin, all spice, paprika, oregano and coriander, and salt and pepper to taste (a generous pinch is a good starting point). 4. Cover your protein in the marinade and allow the flavors to meld for at least 5 minutes. If using a stove-top, this is a great opportunity to grab your pan and place on high heat. 5. Once your pan or grill is really hot, place your protein on to cook. For the lamb chops, about 3-5 minutes each side. 6. Use the tzatziki to dip or serve as a sauce. Where to Buy Ellenos Greek Yogurts? You can purchase these yummy yogurts directly on Ellenos' website, or to find a store near you that sells Ellenos Yogurts, click here. They are also available through Amazon Fresh and Instacart. For more information about Ellenos Yogurts, and the story behind it, visit the Ellenos Yogurt's Official Website.

If you love movies, you are in the right place! We have gathered a list of best movie subscriptions, video streaming services, and movie apps that are great for kids and families! Some of the video streaming services are completely FREE and you can enjoy them on your TV or other devices! FandangoNow Buy or rent over 100,000 movies and TV shows including new releases on FandangoNow. There is no monthly subscription fees, and you can get FandangoNow on your smart TV, your older TV through gaming consoles, your mobile phone, laptop, desktop, and tablet. PrimeVideo If you are an Amazon Prime subscriber, you get PrimeVideo with your subscription. AmazonPrime allows you to watch on-demand movies and TV shows via your web browser, a mobile app on your phone, or on your television with a game console or television streaming device. Subscription to Amazon Prime is $119 per year for most subscribers, and $12.99 monthly. You can try PrimeVideo for free for 30 days. 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This April 23rd, families can finally experience the superpowers of Catboy, Owlette, and Gekko on a supercharged big screen — at theaters nationwide — complete with a sneak peek of the newest PJ Masks adventure, Animal Power! At FUN WITH KIDS IN LA®, our mission is to inspire parents every day to do fun things with their kids. We share the best of LA with our awesome followers, and as a thank you for being so awesome, we surprise you with gifts that will inspire you to make memories with your families. We are excited to partner up with Fanthom Events this week to give away two family 4 packs to the PJ Masks Adventure, Animal Power happening on April 23rd. On April 28th, National Superhero Day honors superheroes both real and fictional. PJ Masks celebrates the inner hero in preschoolers, showing that you don’t have to be a grown-up or even a big kid to make a difference and be a real-life hero. This year PJ Masks invites families on April 23rd to have fun with their favorite characters! In addition to the sneak peek, the Fathom event will be an 88-minute theatrical experience of the 4-part special Heroes of the Sky, dance videos, and more. You can come dressed in your PJ Masks pajamas or costumes to kick off a festive superhero party, taking the fun home afterward to watch more of your favorite episodes and explore what being a hero means to you. This special event will be available throughout the U.S. Please visit FathomEvents.com to see participating theater box offices. Click here to enter for a chance to win a family 4 pack. You must be 18 years of age to enter. The giveaway ends on October 21, 2022, at midnight. Tickets are for a 2 pm screening at Regal Promenade Stadium 13 on April 23, 2022.

Children are looking forward to the end of the school year and the start of the long-awaited summer break. They don't have to wake up early, go to school, do homework, or pack their backpacks. How wonderful! Parents are also relieved of many responsibilities. After all, packing lunch every day, helping with homework, and getting up super early to drive kids to school on time is not easy! The beauty of summer break is you get to relax too. But while you are putting some responsibilities aside, you should be aware of the "summer slide". It is fact that over the summer break students stop learning and even lose some of what they've learned during the school year. To help your kids keep on learning during summer and to avoid the "summer slide", we have some great ideas to help you help your kids learn during summer break. Helping Children to Learn During Summer Break 1. Play Math Games There are many educational apps and websites that you can download or access for free that teach additions, subtractions, multiplications, divisions, and much more. Some apps offer competitive math games that your kids would really love playing, especially if they love electronic devices. 2. Practice Essay Writing Skills Another important skill to learn during the summer break is essay writing. Essay writing is not easy. It takes a lot of practice and learning. Your kids need to learn how to organize their thoughts and transfer them into paper. The more they practice, the better they will get better at it. But sometimes, everyone just needs a little help. Sometimes, no matter how hard your kids try, they have no idea how to complete an essay without some assistance. In that case, you can get the help of Edubirdie writer to check your skills and understand how to organize your thoughts. 3. Read Books One of the most important things your kids can do during summer is read books. Summer reading is essential for kids to continue building their reading skills, learn new vocabulary, and keep their brains sharp. If children don’t learn to love reading books when they are still young, as adults they will find it too difficult to read. Some kids love watching television or play video games, so you need to find the right way to distract your children from the smartphones and the TV. We suggest reading together. You can read simple literature that everyone likes like Harry Potter or a Marvel hero. Be sure to discuss what you read, ask your child's opinions about the main characters, and be sure to praise them for reading. 4. Virtual Classes For school children, there are many live interactive online classes and camps during summer. You can find different workshops and virtual classes online with subjects ranging from mathematics to chess, cooking, and more. You can find individual classes or group masterclasses. In the group classes, children can find new friends and develop communication skills. With individual classes, the emphasis will be on your child for more focused learning. 5. Educational Summer Camps You can also send children to educational summer camps such as language camps, STEAM camps, coding camps and more. You can choose to send your kids to summer camp for a week, for a month, or the whole summer. The huge advantage of summer camps is that children will not only learn new skills, they will also work on their communication skills with peers, make new friends, and engage in physical activities. 6. Free Educational Classes Many libraries offer free educational classes and book reading competitions. Find a nearby library and find out what programs they are offering during summer. You can also check Apple stores and Microsoft stores for free sessions like photography, video labs, music editing, coding, computer skills, and more. Education during the summer break is highly recommended by scholars, but be careful not to make it stressful for your child. After all, it is their summer break and they should rest and have fun. Education should be exciting and interesting so they learn through play. Kids who are constantly learning are more productive and successful in life. So encourage your kids to be active and keep on learning in fun and exciting ways, and make it a group effort to learn with them.