Basic Bike Safety for Kids
By Alex Krutchik Warmer temperatures and sunny skies encourage many families to take to the streets and sidewalks to ride…
Author: MetroKids Staff
Parent You Should Know: Lauren Swartz
Lauren Swartz leads the World Affairs Council of Philadelphia as president and CEO. The organization provides strategic, nonpartisan speaker programs, youth education, leadership training and unique…
5 Party Venues that Guarantee a Birthday to Remember
Here are the highlights from our May 2022 edition's party directory, for a full list of awesome party places your child will love click here to check out our digital edition. Photo by Rawpixel via iStock/Getty…
How to Throw a Good Kids' Party
By Leenika Belfield-Martin You’ve sent invitations, bought decorations, made a list (and checked it twice) … now you’re ready to throw your child the best birthday party of the…
Sports & Recreation in the Delaware Valley
A directory to help your child explore their interests while staying fit and healthy. ALL RIDERS UP 265 Mattson Road Garnet Valley, PA 19060 610-459-0879 allridersup.org Established in 2008 as the only…
Summer Camps in the Delaware Valley Area
This comprehensive collection of summer camps in the Delaware Valley area has something for every child, from art to tech to basketball there's a way for your child to…
Parent You Should Know: Rebecca Franco
Rebecca Franco is the family programs manager at the Museum of the American Revolution in Philadelphia. Originally from Connecticut, she has lived and…
Parent You Should Know: Kate Eckert
Kate Eckert is a library supervisor at the Free Library of Philadelphia. She lives in South Philly with her 6-year-old son Sidney and 13-year-old cat Yuki. What’s the hardest part about juggling parenthood and your career? The hardest thing about…
Coronavirus Mild in Most Children, but Infants, Younger Ones More at Risk
A study released Monday showed children in China had less serious symptoms, but infants were hit harder.
Philadelphia Area Events Canceled Due to Coronavirus
Community events were canceled and family-friendly venues shutdown even before the CDC recommending postponing all gatherings of 50 or more people for two months.
Second Grader From Marple Newtown Dies From Flu
He is the first child in Pennsylvania to die from flu this season. Type B flu is more common among children.
Yes, Sunscreen Can Enter Your Body, FDA Study Finds
The FDA is asking sunscreen makers to determine if the chemicals that are absorbed into the blood are dangerous.
Where to Go Horseback Riding in Philadelphia and the Suburbs
Horseback riding offers kids exercise, balance & coordination and a 6-foot friend. Here's a listing of Pennsylvania horse riding and lesson providers.
Where to Go Horseback Riding in South Jersey
Horseback riding offers kids exercise, balance & coordination and a 6-foot friend. Here's a listing of South Jersey horse riding and lesson providers.
Where to Go Horseback Riding in Delaware
Horseback riding offers kids exercise, balance & coordination and a 6-foot friend. Here's a listing of Delaware horse riding and lesson providers.
Special Needs Family Fun Guide
Aquariums, museums, theme parks, play centers, theaters and zoos that offer events and accommodations for kids with special needs.
More than Just Horsing Around
Horseback riding offers kids exercise, balance & coordination and a 6-foot friend. Here's a listing of Delaware Valley horse riding and lesson providers.
