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And the Winner Is...

A behind-the-scenes peek at the 2019 Cover Kids photo shoot.

20 Is Your Child ‘G&T’? 22 Back-to-School Resources

31 After School at-a-Glance 32 Education Planner

The Age of Self-Doubt

Self-consciousness in early adolesence will lead to greater well being in adulthood.

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6 Editor’s Note 8 New Places, New Programs 10 The Nanny-Baby Relationship 12 Savor Each Moment? 14 Empowering Your Differently-Abled Student 16 And the Winner Is... 18 The Age of Self-Doubt 44 Day Care Center, Nanny, or Relative? 48 Party Central 50 Professional Services 51 Meet the Health Care Professional, Open Houses 53 Family Resource Guide, Advertisers’ Index 54 You’ve Got Mail

34 Remembering 9/11 in Manhattan

46 Separation Strategies

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id you see the beautiful teen on the cover? That’s 14-year-old Daniela from Suffolk County, the older than 6 grand-prize winner in our 2018 Cover Kids contest! She’s the last of the finalists from 2018 to grace the cover of Queens Parent, so it’s only fitting that the 2019 grand-prize winners be announced in the behind-the-scenes peek of the photo shoot in this issue. It took a lot of work to get here, though. More than 1,000 of you, dear readers, submitted your children in our call for cover models, and our editors narrowed down the list to 10 (who knew looking at cute pictures of kids would be so difficult?!), shopped for outfits at Macy’s Backstage, planned the photo shoot at Sarah Marians Photography & Video Company in Manhattan, and coordinated 10 kids’ schedules. The results, as they say, are priceless! Flip to p. 16 to see our finalists in action—and be sure to keep an eye out in the coming months for our new cover stars! While we can’t stop thinking about the great photos we got of our 2019 Cover Kids finalists, we’re also planning for the back-to-school season. If you’re a parent of a child with a learning disability, you’ll want to read “Empowering Your Differently-Abled Student,” p. 14, for five great tips to ensure your child has the best school year possible. And if you’re wondering how to keep the fun of summer going all year-round, read, circle, and highlight (put those new office supplies you snuck in the cart when buying school supplies to work!) the “Back-to-School Resources” directory on p. 22. It’s full of fun after-school classes that will keep your kids engaged even after the school day ends. With all this thinking about school, don’t forget to soak up the last days of summer with your kids! This issue is packed with fun for September, but you can always find great things to do every day at nymetroparents.com—and get a curated list of weekend fun hand-picked by our editors sent to you at nymetroparents.com/register. Happy first day of school! Katelin Walling Editorial Director

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t seems like a given: Your baby should feel comfortable with your nanny. There should be warmth and trust between the two. But since your baby, though adorable, can’t yet spill the beans about the details of her day, how do you know what’s really going on? Here are the two big signs the nanny-child relationship is working.

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It’s important that your baby is excited, even overjoyed, to see your nanny each day. Once your baby knows your nanny and has spent time with her, your baby should be happy when he sees her. If your nanny enjoys being with your baby, he will feel her care and genuine interest. If your baby seems fearful or anxious when your nanny arrives, you should be concerned.

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It wasn’t until my own babies were tweens that I truly understood what “enjoy them while they’re young” means. By Kate Haas

hey were everywhere when my kids were small: older women smiling at me in the grocery store, approaching me at the library, their expressions softening at the sight of my baby’s plump cheeks, my toddler’s irrepressible grin. Before they opened their mouths to speak, I knew exactly what they were about to tell me: It all goes so fast. Enjoy them while they’re young. These women did not tend to catch me at my most serene. Typically, I was attempting to locate the mac and cheese on sale or explain to a distraught 3-year-old that Muncha! Muncha! Muncha! wasn’t on the library shelf today, but there were lots of other books—really!—that we could take home instead. Still, when approached by a member of the “treasure each moment” brigade, I always smiled politely and assured them I would do exactly that. Naturally, I didn’t mean a word of it. Life with young kids is full of moments no one treasures, and the hours until a toddler’s naptime can seem slower than the day of labor it took to produce him. Didn’t those old ladies remember that? Why, I wondered, did they feel so compelled to urge me to enjoy every second? Once my kids were tweens, those older women disappeared. There is universal agreement, it seems, that the parent of a 10-year-old need not be advised to enjoy every second. By then I felt far removed from the world of babies. My friends and I were focused on matters such as basketball practice and homework, and how to get our children to clean up their appalling rooms. I’d certainly acknowledge a cute infant when I spotted one in my daily rounds, but always with quick sigh of thankfulness to be done with diapers and sleepless nights. It was only when my kids were teenagers that I began to notice babies again—really notice them. One day, minding my own business at the grocery store, I became aware of a curious pair of eyes regarding me unblinkingly from over the shoulder of a woman in the produce department. The baby’s cheeks were so delectably plump that I was tempted to give them a squeeze, like an avocado. Instead I smiled—and was rewarded by a huge, delighted grin.

I wanted to scoop that baby up and give her a kiss. The impulse was so strong that I actually had to take a step back to avoid being mistaken for a creepy hoverer. The mother turned around and caught my smile. “Um, your baby’s super cute,” I said. She thanked me and moved on to the bananas. As she walked away, I realized there was something I wanted to tell that woman. But following her and her baby would have been stalkerish, so I didn’t. It was the sight of that baby’s uncomplicated smile that did it, that finally made me understand what those women had been trying to tell me all those years ago, when they repeatedly noted how fast it goes and urged me to enjoy each moment. Frazzled and sleep deprived, I could only interpret that advice literally, and puzzle over it. Which was not, I now realize, the intent. What those women were telling me to enjoy in my little kids was something specific, something I took for granted until it disappeared from my life as a parent: unconditional love and affection. I get it. I was a quiet, withdrawn teen myself, spending hours alone in my room with a book. I wasn’t particularly demonstrative—at least, not where my parents were concerned. I accepted their affection routinely, as my due. So I am unsurprised that my two teen boys don’t greet me with joy when I return home after a few hours away. I don’t expect them to tell me how much they love me, or to offer spontaneous hugs and kisses. But it sure was nice when they did those things. I’ll never be the type to advise a weary mother to treasure each moment. But that day in the produce section, I wanted to tell that woman something else: to soak up the embraces, the sweet heft of a toddler on the hip, the fun of coaxing a smile from a baby, the joy of a preschooler spotting you at pickup. Because if I had understood how much I’d miss all that affection, maybe I really would have tried to savor it a little more. Of course, I didn’t say a word to that mother at the grocery store. I’m not one of those older ladies. Not yet, anyway.

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ood parent-teacher communication is crucial for any successful school year, but being on the same page becomes even more important when your child has a learning disability. You should take a few key proactive steps to ensure your child has the best year possible. Know your rights and speak up. Parents are entitled to receive information about special education from their schools and teachers— reading up and staying informed is the best way to advocate for your kid. When attending Committee for Special Education meetings, annual review meetings, or parent-teacher conferences, if you don’t understand something, ask questions. Communicate with teachers frequently. Kathy Devine and Emily Cole co-teach at Waverly Avenue Elementary School in Holtsville. They say parents of students with special needs must be extra communicative with teachers. “We would like to know sooner when things might be happening at home, whether it’s medication changes or maybe something in the home life has changed,” Cole says. When it comes to homework, “reach out to us as soon as possible so that we’re not waiting until the end of a trimester to know [kids are] struggling,” Devine says. Another tip? Write a letter describing your child and his needs at the beginning of the year.

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A behind-the-scenes peek at the 2019 Cover Kids photo shoot

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The really difficult choice was choosing the two grand-prize winners. We powered through, though, and it’s Jasper from Manhattan and Jordan from Nassau County who are the grand-prize winners! Jasper and his family will celebrate the win with a two-night stay, plus two Paw Passes, at Great Wolf Lodge in Scotrun, PA, and Jordan will get next-level modeling advice with a scholarship to and photo shoot at Barbizon Modeling and Acting Studio. Nyla, our Fan Favorite from Brooklyn, also received a two-night stay at and two Paw Passes to Great Wolf Lodge. Congrats to everyone—and keep an eye out to see these beautiful faces on our future covers!

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While self-consciousness in early adolescence can seem crippling for your child, it’s a phase that will lead to greater well-being in adulthood. By Jaimie Seaton

nyone with a teenager has witnessed the transformation: Their fearless, confident child becoming a reticent, self-conscious teen. One day, he marches out of the house on adventures, happily clad in clothes picked out by his parents. The next? He’s hiding out in his room with his phone, with zero interest in any ideas you have in regard to his clothes, his hairstyle, or even his backpack. She becomes obsessed with her looks and studies her face in the mirror as if it were an undiscovered country. A bad hair day or emergence of a pimple can turn into a crisis and leave her wishing she could stay home from school. As a parent, it’s hard to make sense of this—and even harder to know how to help.

Belonging Above All

Parents may be tempted to dismiss their teen’s behavior as typical adolescent self-absorption, but what may seem like egocentricity actually serves a higher purpose. It goes back to evolution and our need to belong. “If the goal in adulthood, at the most basic level, is to have social skills in order to ensure social belonging and the associated positive outcomes, then adolescence is a time of learning social competency,” explains Alexandra Rodman, Ph.D., lead author of a 2017 Harvard study on how adolescents and adults process and integrate peer feedback. “One way in which we learn all the complex social rules is by being hyper-attuned to feedback from others.” For example, your teen isn’t fixated on his looks, per se, but because he is so highly preoccupied by what others may think of him, he notices changes in himself more keenly than he did as a child, Dr. Rodman explains. His reaction to those changes depends on how he is viewed in the peer group. “It all depends on what enhances belonging and it corresponds with changing trends,” Dr. Rodman says. “If it was a sign of health and highly coveted to have a pimple, then maybe it wouldn’t lead to such distress to have a pimple.”

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Most teenagers think they have it worse than their parents—and they’re right. When it comes to pressure to fit in, at least, today’s

Because your teen is preoccupied with how others perceive him, he’ll notice changes in himself more keenly than when he was younger.

teens really do have it worse, according to Seoka Salstrom, Ph.D., a child and adolescent psychologist who practices in New Hampshire. “There are so many more opportunities for compare and despair,” Dr. Salstrom says. “Before social media, we had half of our day at school and half of our day at home or with a few friends, but we didn’t have 45 people that we were interacting with in some way, often times in picture perfect form. Every time we see something like that, our mind is automatically geared toward, ‘How do I fit in to this?’ and sees the inadequacies.”

Coping Strategies

When teens express anxiety or distress about their looks or not fitting in, Dr. Salstrom advises parents to start from a place of “your feelings make perfect sense.” “It’s not to say that you agree with the statement behind it or the content. If they say, ‘I’m so ugly,’ of course you’re not going to agree with that,” Dr. Salstrom says. “But if we don’t start from the place of ‘it makes perfect sense that this thought/feeling is showing up’ (given our evolutionary and cultural context), then anything we say in that moment has the potential to be invalidating.” There’s no denying it can be difficult for parents to see their teens go through this stage, but Dr. Rodman explains it’s a normal and healthy part of development—and it does eventually end. “When you have this low-level or moderate level feedback from your peers, and you feel this drop in self-esteem, that actually feels bad in the short term, but in the long term it leads to greater gains and better outcomes and well-being in adulthood,” Dr. Rodman says. In late adolescence, a self-protective bias kicks in and teens no longer experience that drop in self-esteem after rejection, Dr. Rodman explains. Older teens start to buffer themselves from their peers’ rejection because they’ve gained social skills and learned the social rules they didn’t have or know as an early adolescent. “That’s all to say for parents that a little bit of feedback from peers isn’t a catastrophe, and feeling a little down on yourself, that’s just part of being a teenager,” Dr. Rodman says. “I think a helpful reframe is, it just helps kids learn how to get along with their peers.”

Jaimie Seaton has been a journalist for more than 20 years and is the former Thailand correspondent for Newsweek. Her work on divorce, parenting, dating, and a wide range of topics has been featured in The Washington Post, The Guardian, Glamour, and numerous other publications.

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Is Your Child ‘G&T’? ››

What parents need to know about the Gifted & Talented program in New York—and how to prep for the test By Madeleine Burry

very year, tens of thousands of kids across New York City— and some in the suburbs of NYC—opt to take a test to qualify for the Gifted and Talented program. The program holds classes (within public schools) that are geared to the test’s highest scorers: kids the Department of Education deems “exceptional” students. The test is administered to kids entering kindergarten through third grade. Will your child be one of those test-takers? Find out what you need to know about the program and the exam—including the best way to prep your little ones for it.

The Basics

The city actually offers two separate district and citywide G&T programs. In the citywide option, children from all of the city’s neighborhoods attend a school with only G&T students. Districtlevel programs, in contrast, prioritize admitting students who live within the district, and these G&T students share the school with non-G&T kids. They also take some classes, such as art and PE, with the non-G&T students. Both programs rely on test results to determine eligibility. A score of 90 or above qualifies kids to apply to district programs; a score of 97 or above is required for application to the citywide programs. However, test score alone is not enough to guarantee entrance for either program—students are entered into a lottery system for programs since more kids qualify than there are available seats. That’s what happened to mom-of-two Dahlia Thompson’s oldest child. “Maya ended up scoring a 97 and made citywide,” Thompson says. But since Maya didn’t get a spot in a citywide school, she instead attended a neighborhood district G&T school 20

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for kindergarten. If you live in a school district in New York City or the metro area that doesn’t offer a Gifted and Talented program, you can explore after-school programs that offer this type of enrichment. For example, Village East Gifted in Huntington Station and Roslyn Heights and G-tec Kids in New Rochelle offer hands-on activities and classes designed for advanced students to strengthen their cognitive skills.

Taking the Test

Any child who lives in New York City, and is entering kindergarten through third grade in September, can take the G&T test during the previous January (they just have to register by late fall). This includes students with disabilities (with accommodations potentially available for kids who have IEPs, IESPs, or 504 Plans). The exam is also administered in many languages other than English, including Arabic, Mandarin, Spanish, and Cantonese. Emily Levitt, vice president of education at Sylvan Learning, explains that the test is divided into two parts. Test-takers get both a raw and percentile score on each part, which are then combined into an overall score used to determine eligibility. The first part of the exam is nonverbal, Levitt says. Questions are drawn from the Naglieri Nonverbal Ability Test—students are shown pictures and asked to predict which one would come next in a pattern or combine objects to form a new pattern. The second part of the exam is verbal, with questions from the Otis-Lennon School Ability Test. This multiple-choice portion tests verbal comprehension and reasoning, Levitt says. With applying for kindergarten, the proctor will read the questions aloud once and mark down the child’s responses.

The test is untimed, but according to the NYC Department of Education, students usually complete it within 30 minutes to 1 hour.

Practice and Prepare

The biggest challenge for test takers is age. “Really little kids and tests don’t always go well together, for no other reason than that the kids are so little,” Levitt says. “Trying to prep a four-yearold for a test is going to look different than prepping your high schooler for the SAT.” One way to prepare your kid for the G&T exam (without causing undue stress) is to practice abstract lessons at home. Make it feel like playtime! Starting a few months before the exam, have kids identify patterns and sequences, Levitt suggests. Use toys to create a pattern of small, medium, large, and then have your child continue the pattern. Or use M&M’s to make color-based patterns. Another strategy she recommends is to ask questions throughout the day to help get kids in the habit of explaining their thinking and reasoning. The NYC DOE also publishes a booklet with practice exams (you can find it at schools.nyc.gov), though some warn against taking this too seriously. “We went through the examples in the DOE booklet a few times beforehand and that’s it,” Thompson says. Levitt also suggests parents avoid being drill sergeants—do a few questions per sitting, she says. Don’t forget: Your attitude toward the test can be contagious, and stress and anxiety aren’t helpful to your child. Frame any prep you do in terms of getting kids comfortable, so they know what to expect, Levitt says. And no need to go into detail about test results or their

implications. Thompson’s son missed the cut-off score by one point. “Lev vaguely knows he didn’t pass the test, but we didn’t make a big deal out of it,” she says.

Should your kids take the test?

There are few reasons not to take the test: A strong test result opens the door to potential inclusion in the program—and your child’s score will not be shared with schools. That said, the test—and in fact, the G&T program as a whole— is not without controversy. Students in wealthier districts are more likely to take the exam than students in poorer ones. And, while there are many G&T programs in Manhattan and parts of Queens, there are fewer G&T options in historically Black and Latinx districts in the Bronx and Brooklyn, according to a report from the DOE’s School Diversity Advisory Group. “The racial demographics of kindergarten G&T programs are not representative of the racial demographics of kindergarteners as a whole,” the SDAG report notes. Black and Latinx students make up 63 percent of all kindergartners, but only 18 percent of the G&T kindergarteners. Some schools are now considering phasing out their G&T programs because of these types of diversity issues. Levitt argues that you should only avoid the test if it will be a stressful event for your child. Thompson’s advice: Consider your kid’s personality. “I don’t think there’s harm in taking the exam to expand your options if the kid does well, but gauge the kid. My kids think workbooks and puzzles are fun, so the test didn’t stress them out,” she says. “But it’s not for everyone.” Madeleine Burry is a freelance writer and editor who has held staff positions at Parents. com, Scholastic, and About.com. Burry lives in Park Slope, Brooklyn, with her husband and their cat. You can follow her on Twitter @lovelanewest.

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The DanceSource

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Performing Arts Conservatory of New York

35-57 89th St., Jackson Heights 718-639-1425, 917-774-3411 paconyschool.com info@paconyschool.com We offer music instruction in piano, violin, guitar, voice, brass, and woodwinds; dance instruction in ballet, folk dance, modern, and flamenco; art instruction in drawing and painting. Dalcroze, music and movement for preschoolers, drama and musical theater classes, and Spanish for kids are also available. Adults are welcome.

Queens Ballet Center

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Robert Mann Dance Centre

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Rose Academy of Ballet

70-11 Austin St., Forest Hills 718-520-0207 roseacademyofballet.com racademyofballet@gmail.com Our dance program allows students to develop dance technique, while always leaving space for personal creativity. Our ballet classes feature professional instruction and live accompaniment. Our level ballet and level tap students make up our student dance company, which has several performance opportunities each year.

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toddlers, and preschoolers have experienced our classes with highly-trained, registered Music Together teachers.

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Robert Mann Dance Centre

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while always leaving space for personal creativity. Our ballet classes feature professional instruction and live accompaniment. Our level ballet and level tap students make up our student dance company, which has several performance opportunities each year.

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SWIMMING & WATER SPORTS Hofstra University Continuing Education - Saturday Classes for Young People and Precollegiate Career Discovery Institute

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thologist, owns and operates Long Island Center for Speech and Myofunctional Therapy. With her group of therapists, she supports families across Long Island, specializing in PROMPT, feeding, myofunctional therapy, voice disorders, fluency, augmentative communication, articulation, auditory processing disorders, expressive and receptive language disorders.

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TUTORS & TEST PREP Huntington Learning Center

35-30 Francis Lewis Blvd., Flushing 718-358-7900 huntingtonhelps.com Huntington is the premier tutoring and test prep provider for students kindergarten-12th grades, including SAT, ACT, and state tests. The company prides itself on personalized attention and proven results. Founded in 1977, Huntington’s mission is to give every student the best education possible. Learn more about our mission at huntingtonhelps.com.

JEI Learning Centers

Kuei Luck Enrichment Center

195-05 69th Ave., Fresh Meadows 718-679-9908 kueiluck.com For more than 20 years, we have been providing a wide variety of programs for grades kindergarten-12th. We provide after-school (including pick-up), Chinese school, enrichment classes, summer camp, Regents, SAT I/II, SHSAT, ELA and math test prep programs. Test prep is designed to hone testing skills and strategies.

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Nina’s Tutoring Center

8702 Grand Ave., Elmhurst 718-205-7508 92-22 Corona Ave., Elmhurst 718-606-1056 tutornina@hotmail.com We tutor kids in kindergarten-12th. For the past 11 years, we have provided quality education that helps kids excel. We help improve skills in math, ELA, science, and social studies. We have an intensive preparation program for ELA, math, science, citywide and statewide exams, SAT and ACT.

EDUCATION DAYCARE & CHILDCARE Adventureland Child Care Center

32-04 31st Ave., Astoria 718-777-2011 adventureland.astoria@daycaremail.com 41-31 58th St., Woodside 718-274-4769 58stdaycare@daycaremail.com adventurelandchildcarecenter.com Adventureland Child Care offers exceptional care to families-since 1992! We offer full- and part-time programs for infants and toddlers, 2-year-olds, preschool, Pre-K for All, and afterschool. We Inspire learning through discovery of learning centers including: blocks, dramatic play, art, library, and writing. We offer yoga and our Kindergarten Readiness Promise!

Beautiful Minds Childcare

62-02 Myrtle Ave., Ridgewood 347-987-3270 beautifulmindsnyc.com beautifulmindsnyc@gmail.com We strive to find fun and creative approaches to empower children to be the best they can be. Our goal is to strengthen and encourage every child’s emotional, intellectual, social, and physical well-being through the expertise of our staff and a unique partnership with parents. Full- and part-time available!

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Kon Gen International Preschool

196-25 42nd Ave., Bayside 718-281-2338 Kon Wah Day School 135-27 38th Ave., 2nd floor, Flushing 718-353-4388 We provide a nurturing environment that celebrates the uniqueness of each child. We offer creative dance, music, and art appreciation. Our educational program is based on monthly unit studies and a project-based curriculum. We offer a roof-top playground, indoor play space, and a dance room!

Kuei Luck Early Childhood Center

99-39 66th Ave., Rego Park 718-679-9909 klpreschool.com We are a Mandarin immersion and Reggio inspired school for children ages 1-5. We believe in developing independent thinkers and motivated learners through an inspiring childled environment. Call to schedule a tour and find out more about our summer and fall programs.

Tiny Footsteps

167-01 Union Turnpike, Fresh Meadows 718-969-5500 tinyfootstepsny.com tinyfootstepsny@yahoo.com Tiny Footsteps is the place to be for kids ages 1-5! Our hands-on curriculum is theme based allowing for student growth, exploration, and creativity. Students are prepared academically and socially for elementary school. All of our educators are dedicated to the profession of early childhood with extensive experience.

PAROCHIAL & RELIGIOUS SCHOOLS Archbishop Molloy High School

83-53 Manton St., Briarwood 718-441-2100 x155, x140, x110 molloyhs.org admissions@molloyhs.org Archbishop Molloy High School promotes intellectual curiosity, creativity, personal growth, and faith. Rooted in a tradition of high standards in academics, athletics, and service to others, students are challenged to excel by our top-tier faculty, dedicated coaching staff, and competitive curriculum.

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718-777-2011 adventureland.astoria@daycaremail.com 41-31 58th St., Woodside 718-274-4769 58stdaycare@daycaremail.com adventurelandchildcarecenter.com Adventureland Child Care offers exceptional care to families-since 1992! We offer full- and part-time programs for infants and toddlers, 2-year-olds, preschool, Pre-K for All, and afterschool. We Inspire learning through discovery of learning centers including: blocks, dramatic play, art, library, and writing. We offer yoga and our Kindergarten Readiness Promise!

pioneer Dr. Maria Montessori. Everything in our school is designed to encourage and aid a child’s natural curiosity.

The Crayon Box Preschool

44-10 192nd St., Flushing 718-888-9341 crayonboxpreschool.com Children at The Crayon Box are encouraged to learn by doing. The curriculum is planned by creative and dedicated professionals. Children experience the fun of learning by participating in activities designed to stimulate growth in a wide range of areas, including social and cognitive development, and gross and fine motor skills.

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Kon Gen International Preschool

Countryside Montessori School

Kuei Luck Early Childhood Center

354 Lakeville Road, lower level, Great Neck 516-466-8422 cmsgn.com info@cmsgn.com Countryside Montessori School was founded in 1998 with the aim of providing a high-quality early childhood education based on the philosophy, methods, and techniques developed 100 years ago by educational

99-39 66th Ave., Rego Park 718-679-9909 klpreschool.com We are a Mandarin immersion and Reggio inspired school for children ages 1-5. We believe in developing independent thinkers and motivated learners through an inspiring child-led environment. Call to schedule a tour and find out more about our programs available throughout the year.

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PRIVATE SCHOOLS The Kew-Forest School

119-17 Union Turnpike, Forest Hills 718-268-4667 x125 kewforest.org Established in 1918, The Kew-Forest School is celebrating its centennial. The oldest independent, coed, college preparatory school in Queens for students in preschool through 12th grade. With more than 255 students, 60 nationalities represented, and 25 languages spoken at home, our school provides a safe, nurturing, and intellectually vigorous environment.

United Nations International School

173-53 Croyden Road, Jamaica Estates 718-658-6166 unis.org; rsorrentini@unis.org The United Nations International School Queens campus provides an intimate learning environment promoting academic achievement, personal growth, and a passion for learning. Inspired by the ideals of the United Nations, students become active and thoughtful global citizens. Modern languages and a strong fine arts program complement a rigorous academic curriculum.

The Windsor School

37-02 Main St., Flushing 718-359-8300 thewindsorschool.com

admin@thewindsorschool.com Founded in 1969, The Windsor School is an independent, coeducational, college preparatory school for middle and high school students. Students are provided a rigorous curriculum designed to help gain admission to top-ranked colleges and universities. Merit scholarship and financial aid are available, offering an affordable tuition for most families.

PUBLIC AND MAGNET SCHOOLS District 25.30 New York City Magnet Schools

The Harry T. Stewart, Sr. Magnet School for Engineering, Architecture, and the Arts, PS 92 The Joseph Pulitzer Magnet School of Innovation and Applied Learning, IS 145 The Magnet School of Global Studies and Leadership, PS/MS 200 The Discovery School for Inquiry and Research: STEAM Magnet School, PS 201 718-759-4977 info@magnetschools.nyc Each magnet school offers a unique program designed to promote diversity, academic excellence, and equity. The specialized thematic programs, innovative curriculum, and diversified approaches to teaching offer rigorous instruction that builds proficiency in creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking for all students. To learn more, come visit and apply!

District 27.29 New York City Magnet Schools

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Give your child the best Fall ever! Fun SOCCER CLASSES! Super Kickers offers kids soccer classes for kids ages 1-12 years old.

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Arts, PS 254 The Queens Explorers Magnet School of Global Conservation and Service Learning, PS 316 718-968-6179 The Queens District 27-29 Magnet Grant includes five elementary schools that feature innovative curriculum and specialized programming. Each school has a theme that connects students to careers and develops 21st century skills. Themes include computer science, engineering, media arts, service learning, and leadership. Schools incorporate STEM and the arts into instruction.

District 28 New York City Magnet Schools

The Maure Magnet School of Communication Arts, Technology and Multimedia, PS 55 The Edward K. Ellington Magnet School of Science, Technology and the Arts, PS 140 The Magnet School of Leadership and Innovation Through STEAM, PS 349 The Magnet School of STEAM Exploration and Experiential Learning, MS 358 718-759-4977 info@magnetschools.nyc Each magnet school offers a unique program designed to promote diversity, academic excellence, and equity. Specialized thematic programs, innovative curriculum, and diversified approaches to teaching offer rigorous instruction that builds proficiency in creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking for all students. Magnet schools welcome all families and students. Come visit!

IS 145: The Joseph Pulitzer Magnet School of Innovation and Applied Learning

33-34 80th St., Jackson Heights 718-457-1242, 718-759-4977 145innovators.com info@magnetschools.nyc I.S. 145: A 21st century learning community. By infusing science, technology, engineering, arts, and math (STEAM) into the curriculum, students are engaging in collaboration, creativity, communication, and critical thinking on a daily basis. Regents track and Spanish-English dual-language programming and enrichment courses are offered during and after school hours.

MS 358: The Magnet School of Steam Exploration and Experiential Learning 88-08 164th St., Jamaica 718-558-6240 ms358.org

info@magnetschools.nyc At The Magnet School of STEAM Exploration and Experiential Learning, everyone learns with purpose. Classroom instruction incorporates passionate speaking, purposeful writing, powerful presentations, and digital literacy. Experiential learning supports students in taking intellectual risks, making real world connections, increasing engagement, and providing opportunities to explore authentic topics and challenges.

PS 140Q: The Edward K. Ellington Magnet School of Science, Technology and The Arts - A Steam Magnet School

166-01 116th Ave., Jamaica 718-657-4760, 718-759-4977 theedwardkellingtonschool.org info@magnetschools.nyc The Edward K. Ellington Magnet School of Science, Technology, and the Arts - our motto, “Where Greatness Occurs, One Step At A Time.” Project-based STEAM curriculum, advanced technology, arts, music, enrichment clubs, and middle-school prep. We strive to develop productive, self-thinking, problem-solving citizens, capable of thriving in an ever-evolving world.

PS 195: The William Haberle Magnet School of Multimedia, Arts, and STEM

84-40 101st St. 718-846-1840 ps195magnet.org PS 195 - The Magnet Academy of Multimedia Arts and STEM is a warm community environment where every student is welcomed. Students use technology to create animations, news broadcasts, and documentaries that illustrate their learning. STEM is woven throughout the curriculum, giving students opportunities to learn science content in new ways.

PS 201: The Discovery School for Inquiry and Research: Steam Magnet School

65-11 155th St., Flushing 718-359-0620 ps201.org info@magnetschools.nyc info@ps201.org At PS 201: A STEAM Magnet School, inquiry-based learning encourages students to become independent thinkers, ask questions, and actively research answers. The innovative curriculum is motivating for all students. STEAM learning combines the study of science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics into projects that prepare students for college and careers.

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PS 254: The Rosa Parks Magnet School of Leadership Development and the Arts

84-40 101st St. 718-846-1840 ps254q27.com PS 254 - The Rosa Parks Magnet School of Leadership Development and the Arts is a place where every child is a leader. Children internalize the “seven habits of highly effective leaders” through the Leader in Me program. Students develop creativity through a theatrical production, dance classes, music, and visual arts.

PS 316: The Queens Explorers Magnet School of Global Conservation and Service Learning

90-07 101st Ave. 718-558-7088 qemagnetschool.org PS 316 - The Queens Explorers Magnet School for Conservation and Service Learning uses project-based learning to engage students and connect them in an authentic way with the world while instilling empathy in their students. Learners participate in five large scale community service projects throughout the year.

PS 349: The Magnet School of Leadership and Innovation Through Steam

88-08 164th St., Jamaica 718-558-6220, 718-759-4977 ps349.info info@magnetschools.nyc PS 349 offers a rigorous STEAM curriculum designed to ignite students’ imagination through engineering and design, spark their curiosity, and engage through exploration. Leadership instruction integrates The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People into all classes, allowing for collaboration and leadership through self–management, self–awareness, and responsible decision-making.

PS 52: The Magnet School of Innovation, Exploration, and Engineering

178-37 146th Terrace 718-528-2238 ps52magnet.org PS 52 - The Magnet School of Innovation, Exploration, and Engineering features a STEM lab and engineering spaces where students solve real world problems and work collaboratively. Students use the Engineering Design Process to analyze challenges and generate solutions. Teachers use a hands-on approach to make learning come alive.

PS 55: The Maure Magnet School of Communication Arts, Technology and Multimedia

131-10 97th Ave., Richmond Hill 718-849-3845, 718-759-4977 ps55q.com info@magnetschools.nyc, info@ ps55q.com At PS 55 every student has a voice. Theme-based instruction, project-based units, arts and technology integration. Students develop higher order thinking skills, share ideas, connect with each other, engage and explore. Learning is expanded by writing code, creating audio and video presentations, performing music, graphic design, and using 3D printers.

PS 62: The Chester Park Magnet School of Computer Science and Innovation

97-25 108th St. 718-286-4460 ps062.org PS 62- The Magnet School for Computer Science and Innovation has established itself as a leader in elementary computer science instruction. Teachers integrate coding, robotics, 3D printing, and other technologies into everyday instruction. Students participate in an annual Makerfaire where they showcase their innovation.

PS 92: The Harry T. Stewart, Sr. Magnet School for Engineering, Architecture & the Arts

99-01 34th Ave., Corona 718-533-1013, 718-759-4977 ps92q.org info@magnetschools.nyc All grades at PS 92 participate in hands-on Project Based Learning (PBL) themed around engineering, architecture, and the arts. Our rigorous curriculum is designed for students to explore and generate evidence to support learning through projects and culminating events. Students learn to discuss ideas, refine prototypes, and collaborate with others.

PS/MS 200: The Magnet School of Global Studies & Leadership

70-10 164th St., Flushing 718-969-7780, 718-759-4977 globalstudiesandleadership.org info@magnetschools.nyc Students at The Magnet School of Global Studies & Leadership graduate with a profound understanding of the worldwide challenges and the necessary leadership skills needed to effect change in the 21st century. Students celebrate countries and cultures through an emphasis on global competence, geographic literacy, project-based learning, and STEM education.

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Kon Gen International Preschool

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Kuei Luck Early Childhood Center

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United Nations International School

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MS 358: The Magnet School of Steam Exploration and Experiential Learning

ms358.org

718-558-6240

PS 140Q: The Edward K. Ellington Magnet School of Science, Technology and The Arts - A Steam Magnet School

theedwardkellingtonschool.org

718-657-4760

PS 195: The William Haberle Magnet School of Multimedia, Arts, and STEM

ps195magnet.org

718-846-1840

PS 201: The Discovery School for Inquiry and Research: Steam Magnet School PS 254: The Rosa Parks Magnet School of Leadership Development and the Arts

ps201.org

718-359-0620

ps254q27.com

718-846-1840

qemagnetschool.org

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PS 349: The Magnet School of Leadership and Innovation Through Steam

ps349.info

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PS 52: The Magnet School of Innovation, Exploration, and Engineering

ps52magnet.org

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PS 55: The Maure Magnet School of Communication Arts, Technology and Multimedia

ps55q.com

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PS 62: The Chester Park Magnet School of Computer Science and Innovation

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PS 92: The Harry T. Stewart, Sr. Magnet School for Engineering, Architecture & the Arts

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Remembering 9/11 in NYC By Melissa Wickes

The Table of Silence Project aims to celebrate and honor peace in a united moment of silence.

A Moment of Silence

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The 9th Annual 9/11 Table of Silence Project is a free public dance tribute to Sept. 11 designed to commemorate those lost and pray for peace. More than 100 dancers from major companies and schools in New York City come together for a presentation that begins at 8:15am and ends exactly at 8:46am, the time the North Tower was struck. Wednesday, Sept. 11. Ages: All. Free to attend. Josie Robertson Plaza, 10 Lincoln Center Plaza, Upper West Side. tableofsilence.org.

The NYC Fire Museum’s 9/11 Memorial Room is the first permanent memorial to the members of the FDNY who lost their lives on Sept. 11, 2001.

Honor and Commemorate First Responders

The NYC Fire Museum holds a 9/11 Memorial Ceremony on the anniversary each year, led by a NYFD commissioner with a speech by the museum director. While you are there, spend some time at the museum’s memorial to the 343 members of the FDNY who lost their lives that day. The exhibit chronicles and commemorates with a marble and tile memorial, tools recovered from Ground Zero, and opportunities to learn more about the late firefighters. Wednesday, Sept. 11, 11am. Ages: All. Free to attend event. NYC Fire Museum, 278 Spring St., Hudson Square. Visit website for museum admission information: nycfiremuseum.org. 34

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On Sept. 11, 9/11 Memorial & Museum visitors place flowers in the names of victims on the memorial panels.

9/11 Memorial & Museum

Every year on Sept. 11, New Yorkers and Americans remember the thousands of lives lost in 2001. The reflecting pools and the new 9/11 Memorial Glade, a dedication to recovery workers and community members who have become sick or died due to toxins at the WTC site, offer a peaceful place for remembrance and meditation. And the museum offers an in-depth experience for families of all kinds. Visit it: 180 Greenwich St., Tribeca. 911memorial.org. Can’t-miss event: Tribute in Light; Wednesday, Sept. 11

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9/11 Tribute Museum Walking Tours are personal, emotional tours given by people who were there and directly affected by Sept. 11, 2001.

9/11 Tribute Museum Walking Tours

Survivors, family members of lost loved ones, first responders, recovery workers, and other people who lived and worked in lower Manhattan in 2001 offer their personal, emotional experiences of Sept. 11. Each tour is unique to your guide while also providing history of the WTC and the aftermath, stops at the Firefighter Memorial Wall, an opportunity to tour the 9/11 Tribute Museum, and more. Visit it: 92 Greenwich St., Tribeca. 911tributemuseum.org. Can’t-miss event: Annual 9/11 National Day of Service & Remembrance: Bike Build; Wednesday, Sept. 25, 10am-3:30pm

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Our calendar is full of great ideas. First, here are the 9 events we consider can’t-miss—the ones we’re taking our own kids to. Consider it your cheat sheet to the best of what’s great this month!

‘Annie Jr.’

WHEN: Sept. 5-8, see website for showtimes WHERE: The Secret Theatre, 44-02 23rd St., Long Island City AGES: All WHAT: Based on the popular comic strip and adapted from the Tony Award-winning Best Musical, with a beloved book and score by Tony Award winners, Annie Jr. features everyone’s favorite little redhead in her very first adventure. WHY WE LOVE IT: It’s a classic story with so many important messages for young children. WANT TO GO? $20; $12.50 children younger than 17. 718-392-0722. secrettheatre.com.

Fall Family Festival

WHEN: Sunday, Sept. 8, 10am-3pm (Little Neck) and 1-3pm (Forest Hills) WHERE: Commonpoint Queens Central Queens, 67-09 108th St., Forest Hills and Tanenbaum Family Pool, 58-20 Little Neck Parkway, Little Neck AGES: All WHAT: Join for a day of bouncies, carnival games, sports obstacle courses, arts and crafts, open house information, giveaways, and swimming at the Tanenbaum Family Pool. WHY WE LOVE IT: Your family can pre-register for a chance to win a $100 gift card! WANT TO GO? $5; free for children younger than 2; $15 max per family at Central Queens; $25 max per family at Tanenbaum Family Pool. commonpointqueens.org.

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Flower Power Party: Lotus

WHEN: Thursday, Sept. 12, 6-8pm WHERE: Queens Botanical Garden, 43-50 Main St., Flushing AGES: All WHAT: Celebrate the culture of India! Featuring a performance and interactive Bollywood dance workshop, food, drinks, and crafts. WHY WE LOVE IT: It’s also a chance to create botanical crafts inspired by all the flowers blooming in the garden. WANT TO GO? Free with admission: $6 adults; $2 children ages 4-12; free for children younger than 4. 718-886-3800. queensbotanical.org.

Long Island Parents Day

WHEN: Sunday, Sept. 15, 11am-3pm WHERE: Long Island University, Pratt Recreation Center, 720 Northern Blvd., Brookville AGES: All WHAT: LI Parents Day is a fun day for the whole family. Kids can enjoy activities, classes, crafts, animals, sports, treats, and more while parents meet back-to-school exhibitors, such as after-school classes and programs, birthday party venues, special needs providers, health and wellness professionals, local museums and day trip locations, and more! WHY WE LOVE IT: Tip alert! Use code “NYMP1” to receive free tickets when registering online. WANT TO GO? $10 per family. 646-736-3619. liparentsday.com.

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Brooklyn Book Festival Children’s Day FREE

WHEN: Saturday, Sept. 21, 10am-4pm WHERE: MetroTech, Flatbush and Myrtle avenues, Downtown Brooklyn AGES: All WHAT: Celebrate Children’s Day’s fifth anniversary with a stellar lineup of picture books, authors, illustrators, international children’s books, workshops, and activities including a costume parade, a scavenger hunt, bilingual programs, and more. WHY WE LOVE IT: Meet picture book stars Mo Willems, Nick Bruel, Grace Lin, and Sarah Mlynowski. WANT TO GO? brooklynbookfestival.org.

Shore Fest 2019 FREE

WHEN: Saturday, Sept. 21, 1-5pm WHERE: Astoria Park, Astoria AGES: All WHAT: Have a blast at Shore Fest. Activities may include competitions such as a watermelon eating contest, potato sack races, egg on a spoon relays, and a bean bag toss. Local Astoria retailers have donated generous prizes for Shore Fest participants. WHY WE LOVE IT: More fun in store may be live music, bocce, yoga, Zumba, bird watching, and improv acting. WANT TO GO? astoriaparkalliance.org.

37th Annual Queens County Fair

WHEN: Sept. 21-22, Saturday-Sunday, 11am-6pm WHERE: Queens County Farm Museum, 73-50 Little Neck Parkway, Floral Park AGES: All WHAT: Step back in time and enjoy pie eating and corn husking contests, pig races, hayrides, carnival rides, and midway games. WHY WE LOVE IT: Enjoy live music, a traditional agricultural fair, and the Amazing Maize Maze! WANT TO GO? $15; $8 children younger than 13. Advance tickets: $10, $5 children younger than 13. 718-347-3276. queensfarm.org.

Kew Gardens Community Arts Day 2019 FREE

WHEN: Sunday, Sept. 22, 11am-6pm WHERE: Lefferts Boulevard, Austin and neighboring streets, Kew Gardens AGES: All WHAT: Check out this full day of art experiences that celebrates the rich diversity of Queens. The fun includes multicultural art demonstrations, an intergenerational exhibit, and a popular mix of music genres. WHY WE LOVE IT: Watch Sidewalk Chalk artists transform NYC concrete into intricate, wild works of art through vibrant colorful designs. And children are invited to do the same! WANT TO GO? 917-881-3358. kewgardensarts.com.

The Big Chocolate Show

WHEN: Sept. 21-22, daily, 10am-5pm WHERE: Resorts World NYC, 110-00 Rockaway Blvd., Jamaica AGES: All WHAT: This family-friendly event features samples, chocolate tastings, live demonstrations, classes, and more. Families will enjoy the s›mores workshop, lollipop, truffle making, and cake decorating classes. WHY WE LOVE IT: Indulge for a good cause! The show benefits Cookies for Kids Cancer, a national nonprofit committed to putting an end to pediatric cancers. WANT TO GO? $15 and up. 800-630-4405. thebigchocolateshow.com.

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Arts, Culture & Fun: Queensboro Dance Festival FREE

WHEN: Through Oct. 6: see website for schedule WHERE: Various locations AGES: All WHAT: Head to a local park or library for performances and dance activities by Queens-based dance companies! WHY WE LOVE IT: Styles include Indian, Flamenco, hip-hop, Greek, contemporary, tap, Filipino, Ecuadorian, African, and more. WANT TO GO? queensborodancefestival.com.

WE CAN’T BELIEVE IT’S FREE Think a freebie has to be ho-hum? Don’t let the price tag (or lack of one) fool you. Here are the five no-cost events we’re excited about now. You’re welcome. Kayaking and Canoeing FREE

WHEN: Sunday, Sept. 1, 1-4pm WHERE: Hallets Cove, 31-10 Vernon Blvd., Long Island City AGES: All WHAT: Take advantage of free kayaking and canoeing from Socrates Beach at Hallets Cove. No prior boating experience required. WANT TO GO? licboathouse.org

Back-to-School: Library Scavenger Hunt FREE

WHEN: Friday, Sept. 6, 4-5pm WHERE: Queens Library, Broadway Branch, 40-20 Broadway, Long Island City AGES: 6-12 WHAT: Children ages 6-12 years are invited to go on a scavenger hunt to explore and learn about the Children’s Room of the Broadway Library. WANT TO GO? 718-721-2462. queenslibrary.org.

School Supplies Giveaway Event FREE

WHEN: Saturday, Sept. 7, 11am-2pm WHERE: Queens Library, South Hollis Branch, 204-01 Hollis Ave., South Hollis AGES: All WHAT: Grab some free school supplies to start the year off right! WANT TO GO? 718-465-6779. queenslibrary.org.

Roots Saturdays FREE

WHEN: Through Oct. 26: Saturdays, 12-3pm WHERE: Socrates Sculpture Park, 35-01 Vernon Blvd., Long Island City AGES: All WHAT: Enjoy drop-in workshops, food demos, and activities for kids and families. WANT TO GO? 718-956-1819. socratessculpturepark.org.

Nail Polish Workshop FREE

WHEN: Through Dec. 27: Fridays, 5-5:30pm WHERE: Queens Library, Ridgewood, 20-12 Madison St., Ridgewood AGES: All WHAT: Design and polish your own nails or have them done for you. WANT TO GO? 718-821-4770. queenslibrary.org. ››

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Free Friday Nights FREE

WHEN: Friday, Sept. 6, 4-8pm WHERE: MoMA PS1, 22-25 Jackson Ave., Long Island City AGES: All WHAT: This summer, enjoy everything that MoMA PS1 has to offer with free admission during UNIQLO Free Friday Nights. Relax in the courtyard with Pedro & Juana’s Hórama Rama, a panoramic junglescape with a waterfall and hammocks, plus other innovative contemporary art. WANT TO GO? momaps1.org.

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SMARTY PANTS Prototype Lab

WHEN: Sept. 1, 10am-5:50pm WHERE: New York Hall of Science, 4701 111th St., Corona AGES: All WHAT: Prototype new design and engineering ideas for activities in Design Lab. WANT TO GO? Free with museum admission: $16; $13 children ages 2-17. 718-699-0005. nysci.org.

Kindergarteners, Welcome to School! FREE

WHEN: Wednesday, Sept. 4, 3-4pm WHERE: Queens Library, Fresh Meadows Branch, 193-20 Horace Harding Expressway, Fresh Meadows AGES: 5-8 WHAT: Kindergarteners are welcomed to school with free gifts (firstcome, first-served) and library card sign-ups. WANT TO GO? 718-454-7272.

Seaside Back-to-School Kickoff FREE

WHEN: Wednesday, Sept. 4, 3-5pm WHERE: Queens Library, Seaside Branch, 116-15 Rockaway Beach Blvd., Rockaway Park AGES: All WHAT: Get ready for the new school year! Stop by and learn how the library can help you succeed. WANT TO GO? 718-634-1876. queenslibrary.org.

Back-to-School Celebration FREE

WHEN: Thursday, Sept. 5, 3-5pm WHERE: Queens Library, Fresh Meadows Branch, 193-20 Horace Harding Expressway, Fresh Meadows AGES: 3-12 WHAT: Enjoy a back-to-school celebration with fun and games. WANT TO GO? 718-454-7272. queenslibrary.org.

Brick Builders FREE

WHEN: Friday, Sept. 6, 3:30-4:30pm WHERE: Queens Library, Court Square Branch, 25-01 Jackson Ave., Long Island City AGES: 3-12 WHAT: Play with Lego bricks the first Friday of every month. Free build or take a “challenge card” and put your engineering skills to the test. WANT TO GO? 718-937-2790. queenslibrary.org. 38

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WHEN: Saturday, Sept. 7, 12-4pm WHERE: Queens Library, Richmond Hill Branch, 118-14 Hillside Ave., Richmond Hill AGES: 5-11 WHAT: Free school supplies will be given to kids. Children will also receive up to Five Dollar Amnesty on their Library card accounts as a gift from the Richmond Hill Library. WANT TO GO? 718-849-7150. queenslibrary.org.

Above and Beyond: The Ultimate Flight Exhibition

WHEN: Through Sept. 8: Monday-Friday, 9:30am-5pm; SaturdaySunday, 10am-6pm WHERE: New York Hall of Science, 47-01 111th St., Corona AGES: 3 and older WHAT: NYSCI’s summer exhibition uses flight simulation, augmented reality, touch-tables, design and skill challenges, virtual reality, and more to immerse visitors in the wonders of flight, space travel, and aerospace innovation, design, and technology. WANT TO GO? $4 per person, plus museum admission: $16; $13 children, students, and senior citizens. 718-699-0005. nysci.org.

Kid STEAM FREE

WHEN: Wednesday, Sept. 11, 4-5pm WHERE: Queens Library, Flushing Branch, 41-17 Main St., Flushing AGES: 8-12 WHAT: Kids can do a fun and fascinating STEAM activity. WANT TO GO? 718-661-1200. queenslibrary.org.

Chess Day: Giant Chess Set FREE

WHEN: Thursday, Sept. 12, 3-5pm WHERE: Queens Library, Douglaston-Little Neck Branch, 249-01 Northern Blvd., Little Neck AGES: All WHAT: Play chess with our giant size chess set. Bring a friend or a family member! WANT TO GO? 718-225-8414. queenslibrary.org.

Friends of Lefrak City: Spellabration 2019 FREE

WHEN: Saturday, Sept. 14, 1-4pm WHERE: Queens Library, LeFrak City Branch, 98-30 57th Ave., Corona AGES: All WHAT: Step into the spelling limelight and take home certificates, trophies, and medals, and bring laurels to your family and friends. WANT TO GO? 718-592-7677. queenslibrary.org.

Constitution Day FREE

WHEN: Tuesday, Sept. 17, 4-5pm WHERE: Queens Library, Cambria Heights Branch, 218-13 Linden Blvd., Cambria Heights AGES: All WHAT: Learn about and celebrate the Constitution of the United States of America. WANT TO GO? 718-528-3535. queenslibrary.org.

Bilingual Birdies FREE

WHEN: Through Sept. 21: Saturdays, 3:30-4:30pm WHERE: Queens Library, Rosedale Branch, 144-20 243 St., Rosedale AGES: Newborn to 2 WHAT: Bilingual Birdies presents Spanish classes for early learners. WANT TO GO? 718-528-8490. queenslibrary.org.

Back-to-School: ABC Club FREE

WHEN: Sept. 5-26, Thursdays, 4-5pm WHERE: Queens Library, Flushing Branch, 41-17 Main St., Flushing AGES: 4-6 WHAT: Children with their caregivers will have fun getting to know the ABCs and will hear inspiring ideas for at-home activities that foster early literacy and prepare children for preschool and kindergarten. WANT TO GO? 718-661-1200. queenslibrary.org.

Get Your Library Card, Your Ticket to Discovery FREE

WHEN: Sept. 3-27, Monday-Friday, 1-3pm WHERE: Queens Library, St. Albans Branch, 191-05 Linden Blvd., St. Albans AGES: All WHAT: Be empowered and register for your library card. WANT TO GO? 718-528-8196. queenslibrary.org.

Family 3D Designing Printing Series FREE

WHEN: Sept. 9-30, Mondays, 3:30-5:30pm WHERE: Queensbridge Park, Queensboro Bridge, 41st Road, 40th Avenue between the East River, Vernon Boulevard, and 21st Street, Long Island City AGES: All WHAT: Learn the basics of 3-D printing and 3-D design with the whole family. Turn your sketches and ideas into 3-D objects! Families are required to attend all sessions of this program. WANT TO GO? nycgovparks.org.

Book Jeopardy FREE

WHEN: Sept. 3-Dec. 17, Tuesdays, 5-5:30pm WHERE: Queens Library, Ridgewood Branch, 20-12 Madison St., Ridgewood AGES: 7-12 WHAT: Children are invited to join for an exciting, book-themed, kid version of the trivia game Jeopardy. WANT TO GO? 718-821-4770. queenslibrary.org.

African American History FREE

WHEN: Sept. 5-Dec. 26, Thursdays, 3-4pm WHERE: Laurelton Library, 134-26 225th St., Laurelton AGES: 5-10 WHAT: Experience an education and discussion about African American history. WANT TO GO? 718-528-2822. queenslibrary.org.

Chess Club FREE

WHEN: Through Dec. 30: Mondays, 5-6pm WHERE: Queens Library, Seaside Branch, 116-15 Rockaway Beach Blvd., Rockaway Park AGES: 5-17 WHAT: Challenge your brain, make new friends, and have fun while learning critical thinking and problem-solving skills! WANT TO GO? 718-634-1876. queenslibrary.org.

Chess For All FREE

WHEN: Sept. 3-June 30, 2020, Tuesdays, 4-5:30pm WHERE: Queens Library, Rosedale Branch, 144-20 243rd St., Rosedale AGES: All WHAT: This program is open to all chess lovers from beginners to advanced players. WANT TO GO? 718-528-8490. queenslibrary.org.

CRAFTY KIDS Back-to-School Crafternoon FREE

WHEN: Tuesday, Sept. 3, 3-4pm WHERE: Queens Library, Ridgewood Branch, 20-12 Madison St., Ridgewood AGES: 3-8 WHAT: Join for a special back-to-school craft. WANT TO GO? 718-821-4770. queenslibrary.org.

Saturday Sculpture Workshop: Andean Culture and Crafting FREE

WHEN: Saturday, Sept. 7, 12-3pm WHERE: Socrates Sculpture Park, 35-01 Vernon Blvd., Long Island City AGES: All WHAT: Engage with pre-Hispanic Andean culture through crafting, including tunics worn by civil servants and face-painting based on head carvings. WANT TO GO? 718-956-1819. socratessculpturepark.org.

Kids’ Jewelry Beading FREE

WHEN: Tuesday, Sept. 10, 2:30-3:30pm WHERE: Queens Library, Douglaston-Little Neck Branch, 249-01 Northern Blvd., Little Neck AGES: 6-17 WHAT: Children bead their own jewelry. WANT TO GO? 718-225-8414. queenslibrary.org.

Watercolors on the Waterfront FREE

WHEN: Wednesday, Sept. 11, 6:30-8pm WHERE: LIC Landing Events Space in Hunter’s Point South Park, 51st Avenue and Center Boulevard, Long Island City AGES: All WHAT: Enjoy stunning sunset views while painting. WANT TO GO? hunterspointparks.org

Back-to-School: Duct Tape Flower Pens FREE

WHEN: Friday, Sept. 13, 4-5pm WHERE: Queens Library, Broadway Branch, 40-20 Broadway, Long Island City AGES: 6-12 WHAT: Children transform plain pens into flowers using colorful duct tape. WANT TO GO? 718-721-2462. queenslibrary.org.

STEM Activities with Slime FREE

WHEN: Friday, Sept. 20, 4-5pm WHERE: Queens Library, Broadway Branch, 40-20 Broadway, Long Island City AGES: 5-12 WHAT: Perform a variety of STEM activities with your slime. WANT TO GO? 718-721-2462. queenslibrary.org.

Hispanic Heritage Month: Mariachi Roll Craft FREE

WHEN: Saturday, Sept. 21, 3-4:30pm WHERE: Queens Library, Langston Hughes Branch, 100-01 Northern Blvd., Corona AGES: 3-12 WHAT: Kids will enjoy creating these colorful dolls. WANT TO GO? 718-651-1100. queenslibrary.org.

Fall Gardening and Crafts FREE

WHEN: Sept. 19-26, Thursdays, 6-7pm WHERE: Queens Library, Poppenhusen Branch, 121-23 14th Ave., College Point AGES: All WHAT: Plant, water, and harvest flowers and vegetables. WANT TO GO? 718-359-1102. queenslibrary.org. ›› QueensParent 39

Making Moves Dance Festival

WHEN: Sept. 21-22, see website for schedule WHERE: Jamaica Center for Arts and Learning, 161-04 Jamaica Ave., Jamaica AGES: All WHAT: The two-day multi-stage/multi-site Making Moves Dance Festival presents emerging and established choreographers and dance companies performing original works, offering master workshops, and more. WANT TO GO? Free or $10, depending on day and time. 718-658-7400. jcal.org.

The Amazing Maize Maze

30th Avenue Astoria Labor Day Festival FREE

WHEN: Sept. 21-Oct. 26, Saturday-Sunday, 11am-4:30pm WHERE: Queens County Farm Museum, 73-50 Little Neck Parkway, Floral Park AGES: All WHAT: Get lost in NYC’s only corn maze! The adventure begins with a stalk talk to prepare you for the 3-acre challenge of finding clues, solving puzzles, and making your way out of this interactive maze. WANT TO GO? $15; $8 children younger than 13. Advance tickets: $10; $5 children younger than 13. 718-347-3276. queensfarm.org.

8th Annual Discovery Day Street Fair FREE

LITTLE FOODIES

FUN FAIRS & FESTIVALS WHEN: Monday, Sept. 2, 10am-6pm WHERE: 30th Avenue from Steinway to 29th streets, Astoria AGES: All WHAT: Say goodbye to summer at this fun street fair. WANT TO GO? Just show up! WHEN: Saturday, Sept. 7, 11am-3pm WHERE: Queens Library, Central Library, 89-11 Merrick Blvd., Jamaica AGES: All WHAT: Check out the Children’s Library Discovery Center. Celebrate and explore the wonders of science and other fun activities! WANT TO GO? 718-990-0778. queenslibrary.org.

Books & Crafts: Mid-Autumn Festival FREE

WHEN: Tuesday, Sept. 10, 4-5:30pm WHERE: Queens Library, Flushing Branch, 41-17 Main St., Flushing AGES: 7-10 WHAT: Celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival with a special activity: Chinese paper cutting. Readers will also explore and create with their favorite books! WANT TO GO? 718-661-1200. queenslibrary.org.

39th Annual Antique Motorcycle Show

WHEN: Sunday, Sept. 15, 11am-4pm WHERE: Queens County Farm Museum, 73-50 Little Neck Parkway, Floral Park AGES: All WHAT: See machines from the classic era of motorcycling at NYC’s oldest antique motorcycle show. The event includes a judged show of more than 100 antique bikes, live music, food vendors, and bikes for sale. WANT TO GO? $11 ($7 in advance). 718-347-3276. queensfarm.org.

Rockaway Beach Boardwalk Art Craft & Gift Fair

WHEN: Sept. 14-15, Saturday-Sunday, 10am-6pm WHERE: Beach 79th through Beach 82nd streets on the Boardwalk, Rockaway Beach AGES: All WHAT: A free family shopping event! Emerging and established artisans and high quality craft and gift vendors offer their handpicked items at recognizable savings. WANT TO GO? 718-318-4000. nycgovparks.gov.

Poseidon Parade FREE

WHEN: Saturday, Sept. 21, 12-4pm WHERE: Beach 94th Street and Shorefront Parkway, Rockaway Beach AGES: All WHAT: Poseidon’s Parade is a family-friendly celebration of wearing costumes, making floats, and displaying art while celebrating the boardwalk. WANT TO GO? 718-318-4000. nycgovparks.gov. 40

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Lunch and Listen FREE

WHEN: Through Sept. 4: Monday-Friday, 1-2:45pm WHERE: Queens Library, South Jamaica, 108-41 Guy R. Brewer Blvd., South Jamaica AGES: Newborn to 5 WHAT: Listen to a book or watch a movie while eating a free lunch. WANT TO GO? 718-739-4088. queenslibrary.org.

LIC Flea FREE

WHEN: Sept. 14-15, Saturday-Sunday, 11am-6pm WHERE: LIC Flea & Food, Fifth Street and 46th Avenue, Long Island City AGES: All WHAT: Enjoy flea and food vendors and a festive beer garden. WANT TO GO? 718-224-5863 x206. licflea.com.

Rosh Hashanah Challah Bake FREE

WHEN: Thursday, Sept. 19, 6:30-8:30pm WHERE: Commonpoint Queens, 67-09 108th St., Forest Hills AGES: All ages welcome with an adult WHAT: Join women of all ages to mix, knead, and braid challah from scratch. Participants will make challah both to take home and to give to families in need. Registration preferred. WANT TO GO? $36 advance; $48 at door. commonpointqueens.org.

Apples and Honey Day

WHEN: Sunday, Sept. 22, 12-4pm WHERE: Queens Botanical Garden, 43-50 Main St., Flushing AGES: All WHAT: Celebrate harvest season with apples and honey! WANT TO GO? FREE with garden admission ($6 adults; $2 children ages 4-12; free for children younger than 4). 718-886-3800. queensbotanical.org.

Queens Night Market FREE

WHEN: Sept. 14-Oct. 26, Saturdays, 5pm-12am WHERE: New York Hall of Science, 47-01 111th St., Flushing Meadows Corona Park AGES: All WHAT: A family-friendly open-air night market with up to 100 independent vendors selling merchandise, art, and food, and featuring small-scale cultural performances. WANT TO GO? 516-671-4041. queensnightmarket.com.

MOVERS & SHAKERS Omar’s Summer Send Off FREE

WHEN: Sunday, Sept. 1, 2-6pm WHERE: Fantasy Forest Amusement Park, 5351 111th St., Corona AGES: All WHAT: Time to say farewell to summer until next year with this traditional Summer Send Off, hosted by local DJ & Magician Omar Olusion! There’ll be games, live music and dancing, magic tricks, and more. WANT TO GO? fantasyforestnyc.com.

Back-to-School Library Scavenger Hunt FREE

WHEN: Thursday, Sept. 5, 3-4pm WHERE: Hollis Library, 202-05 Hillside Ave., Hollis AGES: All WHAT: Join for a fun back-to-school library scavenger hunt. WANT TO GO? 718-465-7355. queenslibrary.org.

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U.S. Open

WHEN: Aug. 26-Sept. 8, see website for schedule WHERE: USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, Flushing Meadows-Corona Park, Flushing AGES: All WHAT: See the world’s greatest tennis stars in action. WANT TO GO? $65 and up (ticket not required for children younger than 2). usopen.org.

Back-to-School: Saturday Afternoon Game Time FREE

WHEN: Saturday, Sept. 28, 2-4:30pm WHERE: Queens Library, Auburndale, 25-55 Francis Lewis Blvd., Flushing AGES: 4-17 WHAT: An afternoon of checkers, chess, Connect Four, Jenga, jigsaw puzzles, mancala for kids, Monopoly, Scrabble, and more! WANT TO GO? 718-352-2027. queenslibrary.org.

Meditation for Kids FREE

WHEN: Monday, Sept. 9, 4-5pm WHERE: Queens Library, Woodhaven, 85-41 Forest Parkway, Woodhaven AGES: 5-12 WHAT: Learn about the benefits and different techniques of meditation. WANT TO GO? 718-849-1010. queenslibrary.org.

Construction Junction FREE

WHEN: Sept. 4-Oct. 30, Wednesdays, 4-5pm WHERE: Queens Library, Poppenhusen, 121-23 14 Ave., College Point AGES: 5 and older WHAT: What can you make out of marshmallows and toothpicks? Find out and use Lego bricks, Jenga, and Joinks to make creative structures. WANT TO GO? 718-359-1102. queenslibrary.org.

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WHEN: Through Nov. 23: Saturdays, 2-4pm WHERE: Queens Library, Douglaston-Little Neck Branch, 249-01 Northern Blvd., Little Neck AGES: All WHAT: Play board games, with Lego bricks, puzzles, and more. WANT TO GO? 718-225-8414. queenslibrary.org.

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WHEN: Through Dec. 30: Mondays, 3:30-5pm WHERE: Queens Library: Court Square, 25-01 Jackson Ave., Long Island City AGES: Newborn to 2 WHAT: Drop in for an unstructured playdate. WANT TO GO? 718-937-2790. queenslibrary.org. ››

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ON SCREEN CinemaLIC Presents: ‘Mary Poppins Returns’ FREE

WHEN: Saturday, Sept. 7, 7-9pm WHERE: Hunters Point South Park, Center Boulevard between 50th and 54th avenues, Long Island City AGES: All WHAT: Mary Poppins returns during Michael’s most desperate hour to lend him a helping hand—and remind him of the importance of family. WANT TO GO? longislandcityqueens.com

Maspeth Movie Matinee: ‘Pokemon Detective Pikachu’ FREE

THE GREAT OUTDOORS Family Camping: Queens FREE

WHEN: Sept. 7-8, Saturday, 6pm to Sunday, 7am WHERE: Fort Totten Park, Cross Island Parkway between Totten Ave. and 15th Road, Bayside AGES: All WHAT: Bring your family camping to create lasting memories, connect with the natural world, and bond together. Participants are chosen by lottery. WANT TO GO? nycgovparks.org.

Wildman Steve Brill Nature Walk

WHEN: Sunday, Sept. 15, 11:45am WHERE: Forest Park, Woodhaven Boulevard and Forest Park Drive, Woodhaven AGES: All WHAT: Join Wildman Steve Brill for a 4-hour foraging tour of Forest Park. Call at least 24 hours in advance to sign up. WANT TO GO? Suggested donation: $20 adults; $10 children younger than 13. 914-835-2153. wildmanstevebrill.com.

WHEN: Friday, Sept. 13, 3-5pm WHERE: Queens Library, Maspeth Branch, 69-70 Grand Ave., Maspeth AGES: 5 and older WHAT: When an ace detective goes missing, his son teams up with a wisecracking Pokémon Detective Pikachu to help solve the mystery. (PG). WANT TO GO? 718-639-5228. queenslibrary.org.

Teen Movie: ‘Captain Marvel’ FREE

WHEN: Monday, Sept. 16, 4:30-6:30pm WHERE: Queens Library, Briarwood Branch, 85-12 Main St., Briarwood AGES: 13-17 WHAT: See the new Captain Marvel (PG-13) about a female pilot who gains superpowers after a freak accident. WANT TO GO? 718-658-1680. queenslibrary.org.

Movie Matinee: ‘Suffragette’ FREE

WHEN: Wednesday, Sept. 18, 1-4pm WHERE: Kew Gardens Hills Library, 72-33 Vleigh Place, Flushing AGES: 13 and older WHAT: Watch Suffragette starting Carey Mulligan and Meryl Streep (PG-13). WANT TO GO? 718-261-6654.

Jamaica Bay Natural Areas Tour Series: Explore Sunset Cove FREE

Family Movie: ‘Dumbo’ FREE

Forest Bathing FREE

Family Film Friday FREE

WHEN: Sunday, Sept. 15, 11am-1pm WHERE: Sunset Cove Park, Cross Bay Blvd, Broad Channel AGES: All WHAT: Take in views of Jamaica Bay’s marsh islands and the NYC skyline while learning about tidal wetlands and the wildlife that depend on them. WANT TO GO? nycgovparks.org. WHEN: Sunday, Sept. 22, 10am-1pm WHERE: Forest Park, Woodhaven Boulevard and Forest Park Drive, Woodhaven AGES: All WHAT: Join the Natural Areas Conservancy for forest bathing: a lowintensity activity, based on the practice of shinrin-yoku. WANT TO GO? nycgovparks.org.

Nature In Your Neighborhood FREE

WHEN: Through Oct. 23: Wednesdays, 3-4:30pm WHERE: Gantry Plaza State Park, Center Boulevard at 48th Avenue, Long Island City AGES: All WHAT: Explore nature with activities, arts and crafts, games, and more! WANT TO GO? 718-361-2922. licconcerts.com.

Sea Lion Feeding

WHEN: Year-round, daily, 11:15am, 2pm, and 4pm WHERE: Queens Zoo, 53-51 111th St., Corona AGES: All WHAT: See the sea lions get their meals and maybe do a trick or two! WANT TO GO? $9.95; $7.95 seniors ages 65 and older; $6.95 children ages 3-12; free for children 2 and younger. 718-271-1500. queenszoo.com. 42

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WHEN: Monday, Sept. 23, 4:30-6:45pm WHERE: Queens Library, Briarwood Branch, 85-12 Main St., Briarwood AGES: All WHAT: Catch the new Dumbo (PG), about a young elephant with oversized ears and the powers of flight who becomes a circus superstar. WANT TO GO? 718-658-1680. queenslibrary.org. WHEN: Fridays, Sept. 13 and 27, 2:30-4:45pm WHERE: North Hills Library, 57-04 Marathon Parkway, Little Neck AGES: All WHAT: Join for screenings of the new Dumbo and the new Aladdin. WANT TO GO? 718-225-3550. queenslibrary.org.

Family Movie Showing FREE

WHEN: Sept. 13-30, see website for dates and times WHERE: Queens Library, East Elmhurst Branch, 95-06 Astoria Blvd., East Elmhurst AGES: All WHAT: Watch family-friendly movies like The Secret Life of Pets 2 and Aladdin. WANT TO GO? queenslibrary.org.

Marvel Movie Marathon FREE

WHEN: Sept. 7-Oct. 26, Saturdays, 2-4pm WHERE: Queens Library, Howard Beach Branch, 92-06 156 Ave., Howard Beach AGES: All WHAT: See the Marvel Cinematic Universe in what is considered the best viewing order. WANT TO GO? 718-641-7086. queenslibrary.org.

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Choosing a child care provider can be an anxiety-filled decision—you are leaving your infant with someone else, after all—but selecting the best option for your family is easier if you understand the pros and cons of each. By Christina Vercelletto

dding a new baby to your family, whether it’s your first or your fifth, is probably life’s most memorable milestone. And of course, along with the excitement and joy comes a long list of to-dos, including the task of identifying the right child care arrangement for your family if you’re heading back to work. This should be sorted out as early as possible—before birth, if possible. (Trust us: Your three months of maternity leave will feel more like three weeks.) But how do you make this very important and often challenging decision? Here, we weigh the three most popular options to help you choose.

That said, day care centers are not cheap. In our area, you’re easily looking at $1,500 a month, if not more, for full-time day care. It can start to get cost prohibitive if a second child comes along and you, naturally, want both your kids in the same place. Also, day care centers charge extra for late pick-up or early drop-off.

Day Care Center

Pros: Nannies (and plenty of mannies!) are committed sitters who enjoy being part of a family and watching their charges grow up. It’s hard to beat the concept of a caring professional utterly dedicated to your child.

Pros: One major advantage of day care centers is they are state-licensed and regulated. (The U.S. Administration for Children & Families recommends you ask about a license when you visit.) They offer a structured day for children (yes, even for infants), with outdoor time, naps, meals, and snacks. And caregivers typically have a degree (or are earning one) in early childhood education. Many parents like the social aspect of day care centers— children are grouped by age, and starting at 2 years old spend the day in a preschool classroom with a real curriculum and progress reports. Plus, a familiar environment from infanthood through kindergarten is appealing. “The social element cannot be overstated,” says Jessica Wertheim, chief learning officer at Dearest Inc., a child care-sharing marketplace based in New York City. “Social-emotional skills that support children’s ability to focus and engage in other classroom environments, manage their own emotions, and socialize well with peers are often taught more directly during day care and preschool than at any other time.” Cons: The day will come when your baby will have a wet diaper at pick-up, or your child will be given the center-provided snack instead of the special one you bring in every day, no matter how great the caregivers are. If these sorts of instances sound like dealbreakers, this probably isn’t the way to go. Cost: Due to state-regulated child-to-teacher ratios, the older the child, the lower the cost. Centers have to charge the most for infants, since they are required to hire more people to care for them. 44

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Bottom Line: Day care centers can be the right choice for parents with a 9-5 job, who don’t often work late, and prefer a socialized group setting for their child.

Nanny

Cons: All your eggs are in one person’s basket. Nannies get the flu, wake up to a busted water pipe in their home, have car trouble, and need to take their suddenly-sick cat to the vet like anyone else. When that happens, you’re stuck scrambling. Also, nannies can quit even under the best of circumstances (say, their spouse gets a new job out of state), and depending on the age of your child, this can be a devastating loss. Cost: Nannies are costly. In our area, parents can expect to pay upwards of $15 an hour for one child, according to payscale.com. As her employer, you need to provide your nanny with disability insurance, and you may need to pay the IRS an employment tax. It’s also expected that you ante up for birthday and holiday gifts, food in the fridge, and paid vacation. Live-in nannies earn a lower salary, but many families don’t have enough space to make that option possible. Bottom Line: If you can afford it and prize personal attention above all else, this is the way to go.

Family Care

Pros: “Having a relative care for their baby often gives parents a sense of relief,” says Martha Mendez-Baldwin, Ph.D., a psychology of childhood assistant professor at Manhattan College in the Bronx.

Cons: Your mother or mother-in-law may have offered to step in, but as tempting as this alternative may feel, assess the situation realistically. She may not be prepared for the hard work of caring for a newborn. “Is this relative aware of today’s best child care practices? Do they know the safest sleep position is on the baby’s back?” Dr. Mendez-Baldwin asks. Plus, with a relative, you will still have to lay out a few ground rules and make requests about how you want things done, which can create conflict in an already-delicate relationship. You still need a back-up plan for early mornings when the phone call starts with, “I’m so sorry, but…”

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Cost: While this could be a free arrangement, you may want to insist on paying your relative to underscore the fact that this is a real responsibility. On the other hand, she might refuse payment, so cost really depends on the individual family.

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Bottom Line: If Grandma is energetic, and you have a solid relationship that can withstand honest and open communication, this may be worth considering (especially if money is an issue). Child care arrangements are a big decision, and there is no one-size-fits-all option, Wertheim says. However, there is no bad option either. “When any adult creates experiences that are personalized and respond to a baby’s interests with enthusiasm, positivity, and warmth, they support that baby’s social and cognitive development,” she says.

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Separation Strategies Here’s how to develop a solid co-parenting plan you both will follow. ››

By Lambeth Hochwald

f you’re separated or divorced, you know how important it is to make a plan for sharing time with your child. However, this isn’t always easy and can lead to frustration or even anger. Here are eight tips to develop—and agree on—a plan to co-parent successfully.

be in a written form, such as email or text,” says Steven J. Mandel, a family law attorney in New York City. “Besides ‘making a record’ of events, this also really helps to avoid possible confusion.”

Consider everyone’s schedules.

It’s very common for kids to play the “mommy vs. daddy” game. “Children are great at wearing parents down until they get the ‘yes’ they want,” Mandel says. “That is why it is in the best interests of all concerned for everyone to be on the same page when it comes to making decisions concerning the health, education, and general welfare of your child.”

It’s important to take into account the kids’ schedules (including school, sports and other extracurriculars, and social activities), as well as each parent’s work schedule. If a father leaves for work at 6am and doesn’t come home until 7pm—but he doesn’t want to lose time with his kids—his schedule could make shared parenting hard, says Tanya Helfand, a divorced mom, lawyer in New York City, and author of 20 Great Tips for a Successful Divorce. “In this case, it’s important for his ex-partner to allow him to have a nanny so that he can get to work on those days that he has the child with him,” she suggests.

Keep it consistent.

A set schedule is key for fostering stability, says Emily Stulman Klein, a divorced life strategist and mom of a 12-year-old daughter who lives in Montclair, NJ. “For example, her dad sees my daughter on Wednesday afternoons/evenings, Friday nights for sleepovers, and Sunday evenings. Our daughter knows where she will be and when. It’s also great for the parents because we know our schedule for work, fun, and even dating.”

Put yourself in your kids’ shoes.

Children should have an open relationship with both parents—and never feel like the go-betweens. “A major problem arises when the parents prevent that relationship from happening and then put the children in the middle,” Helfand says. “You want to do your best to look at everything from your child’s perspective.”

Be practical and precise.

Leave the emotion out of discussions and decisions as much as possible. “I also suggest that communication between the parties

Skip the good-cop, bad-cop scenario.

Make kids feel treasured.

Kids should feel like both parents are choosing to spend time with them. “We want to be with our daughter, and she knows that,” Klein says. “So, when we have conversations about who has her, we use the words who ‘gets to’ be with her rather than who ‘has to’ be with her. This is important in ensuring that she feels loved and wanted.”

Be accommodating.

Life happens and sometimes you will need to swap times. Do your best to always be gracious about it. “My daughter’s dad is a realtor and sometimes he needs to show a property on ‘his night,’ so I am more than happy to support him in doing that if I am available,” Klein says. “I’ve been known to move things around to accommodate his schedule, and when I have a conference or retreat, he will stay at our home with our daughter and our pets.”

Remember: You will be in each other’s lives—for life.

“Too often, I hear about people being horrible to each other— saying mean things, not showing up, punishing the children out of spite,” Klein says. “Just because it didn’t work out for us doesn’t mean we have to be mean. The happier we are individually, the happier we all are as co-parents.”

Lambeth Hochwald is a New York City-based journalist covering trends, relationships, and life in New York City.

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RoboMindTech S.T.E.M. Education Center Creativity, Science, Robotics, Coding & L-E-G-O Learning Fun

185-10 Union Turnpike, Fresh Meadows 718-264-ROBO (7626) robomindtech@gmail.com Join us for an open house on Saturday, Sept. 7 from 10:30am-12pm or Sunday, Sept. 22 from 4:30-6pm. Please email or call to RSVP for a free trial.

Rose Academy of Ballet

70-11 Austin St., Forest Hills 718-520-0207 roseacademyofballet.com racademyofballet@gmail.com We will have ongoing open house registration for our fall programs. On Sunday, Sept. 15 we will be having Nutcracker auditions. Call 718-520-0207 for details.

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raising kids ad index NYMetroParents.com features more than 20,000 businesses serving the NY metropolitan area! acrobatics / gymnastics

All Star Studio...................................... 25

birthday / party services

American Dance & Drama .................. 10 Bee You Art Studio ............................. 25 Christ the King Continuing Education .19 Laser Bounce - Glendale .................... 48 Music Together LLC ............................ 47 Whitestone Lanes ............................... 43

camps

Adventure Childcare Center ............... 13 All Star Studio...................................... 25 Archbishop Molloy High School .......... 45 Bee You Art Studio ............................. 25 Christ the King Continuing Education ..... 19 Countryside Montessori School .......... 43 DanceSource (The) ............................ 47 Further Music Studio .......................... 27 Hofstra Summer Camps ..................... 25 Istein.................................................... 27 JEI Learning Systems Inc. - Queens ...... 56 Kew Forest School (the) ....................... 3 Kuei Luck Early Childhood Center ...... 14 Kuei Luck Enrichment Center ............. 21 Music Together LLC ............................ 47 Performing Arts Conservatory of NY ...... 27 Queens Ballet Center ......................... 29 RoboMindTech .................................... 29 School of Rock - Queens .................... 29 Superkicker Sports Corporation ......... 29 Tiny Footsteps..................................... 15 Windsor School (The) ......................... 19

child care / day care

Adventure Childcare Center ............... 13 Beautiful Minds Childcare ................... 15 Kon Gen International Preschool ........ 23 Kuei Luck Early Childhood Center ...... 14 Mommybites........................................ 49 Tiny Footsteps..................................... 15

classes

Bee You Art Studio ............................. 25 Just Wee Two ..................................... 45 Lisa Macbeth Financial Advisor .......... 47 LIU Center for Gifted Youth................. 51 Mommy Music & Me Inc. .................... 28 Robert Mann Dance Centre .................. 7 RoboMindTech .................................... 29 Rose Academy of Ballet ..................... 27

dance

All Star Studio...................................... 25 American Dance & Drama .................. 10 Christ the King Continuing Education ..... 19 DanceSource (The) ............................ 47 Performing Arts Conservatory of NY .. 27 Queens Ballet Center ......................... 29 Robert Mann Dance Centre .................. 7 Rose Academy of Ballet ..................... 27

developmental

Janine Stiene Suffolk Center for Speech.......................................... 45, 51

education

Adventure Childcare Center ............... 13 Archbishop Molloy High School .......... 45 Christ the King Continuing Education .19 Comprehensive Consultation Psychological ........................................ 5 Countryside Montessori School .......... 43 Huntington Learning Center ............... 43 Istein.................................................... 27 JEI Learning Systems Inc. - Queens ...... 56 Kew Forest School (the) ....................... 3 Kon Gen International Preschool ........ 23 Kuei Luck Early Childhood Center ...... 14 Kuei Luck Enrichment Center ............. 21 LIU Center for Gifted Youth................. 51 NYC Dept of Ed - D25.30 ................... 13 PJ Library ........................................... 41

Sherald Anita ...................................... 28 Tiny Footsteps..................................... 15 United Nations Int’l School - Queens...... 41 Windsor School (The) ......................... 19

family entertainment / events / outings

Laser Bounce - Glendale .................... 48 Mount Sinai Queens - LIC Wellness Event................................................... 47 Nails by Judes .................................... 43 The Bay Terrace at Bayside.................. 2 Whitestone Lanes ............................... 43

financial planning / insurance

Affinity Health Plan ............................. 55 Lisa Macbeth Financial Advisor .......... 47

fitness

American Dance & Drama .................. 10 DanceSource (The) ............................ 47 Superkicker Sports Corporation ......... 29

health

Affinity Health Plan ............................. 55 Comprehensive Consultation Psychological ........................................ 5 Fidelis Care New York .......................... 9 Mount Sinai Queens - LIC Wellness Event................................................... 47

music

Further Music Studio .......................... 27 Istein.................................................... 27 Just Wee Two ..................................... 45 Mommy Music & Me Inc. .................... 28 Music Together LLC ............................ 47 Performing Arts Conservatory of NY ...... 27 School of Rock - Queens .................... 29

play spaces

Laser Bounce - Glendale .................... 48 Whitestone Lanes ............................... 43

religious

Archbishop Molloy High School .......... 45 PJ Library ........................................... 41

restaurant / food services The Bay Terrace at Bayside.................. 2

retail

Nails by Judes .................................... 43 The Bay Terrace at Bayside.................. 2

special events

Mount Sinai Queens - LIC Wellness Event................................................... 47 Sarah Merians Photography ................11

special needs

Comprehensive Consultation Psychological ........................................ 5 Huntington Learning Center ............... 43 Janine Stiene Suffolk Center for Speech.......................................... 45, 51 Lisa Macbeth Financial Advisor .......... 47 Sherald Anita ...................................... 28

sports

Christ the King Continuing Education .19 Superkicker Sports Corporation ......... 29

tutors

Huntington Learning Center ............... 43 JEI Learning Systems Inc. - Queens ...... 56 Kuei Luck Enrichment Center ............. 21 Sherald Anita ...................................... 28 Windsor School (The) ......................... 19

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Creative Reading

KidArtLit draws inspiration from specially curated children’s books to combine a love of reading with a love of making art. Unbox a beautiful new book to read together each month. Then, dig in to open-ended, process-based art projects that help kids unleash their creativity. Choose from Deluxe or Spark options and enjoy a monthly digital PDF with every subscription. (Ages 3-8; $39.95; kidartlit.com)

Lil’ Chefs, Big Appetites

Little Sous Kitchen Academy was launched from a Kickstarter campaign, and it’s working to inspire culinary interest from a young age. First, unbox a new kid-friendly kitchen tool or non-perishable ingredient each month. Next, learn how to put the special item to use with a step-by-step cooking lesson that empowers kids to cook confidently. Each box also includes collectable recipe cards, hands-on activities, a ready-to-color poster with games and puzzles, and a themed sticker sheet. MasterChef Junior, here you come. (Ages 5-12; $24.99 and up; mylittlesous.com)

World Culture at Home

Encourage your little ones’ wanderlust and open their minds with Little Global Citizens, an interactive culture box. Co-founders, parents, and world travelers Akeelah Kuraishi and Tim Minnick are on a mission to foster kids’ global awareness and compassion with a bimonthly box exploring a new country. Each box includes a guide booklet, a children’s book, cultural crafts and activities, a recipe, and country souvenirs. (Ages 3-8; $39.95; little-global-citizens.com)

Adding Art to STEM

To encourage a love of science, technology, engineering, art, and math, start by getting your hands dirty. That’s the premise behind this monthly STEAM box subscription from Banyan Tree Kidz. Each box includes a hardcover book to introduce an idea, activity, or experiment. After reading, kids will find all the supplies they need for hands-on creative learning. You’ll appreciate the helpful parent’s instruction guide. (Ages 2-7; $29.99 and up; banyantreekidz.com)

Imagination Beyond the Page The super-fun, unique Little Bookish Wardrobe inspires imaginative play each month with an engaging hardcover book, plus a costume and craft to go along with it. After reading, kids can extend the life of every story through dress up and art. Bonus: The boxes have gender-neutral and sibling options for customization that fits any family. (Ages 3-7; $32.99; littlebookishwardrobe.com)

Kirsten Clodfelter is a Midwest-based freelance writer, the co-founder of Rise Marketing, Inc., and a mom of three. Learn more at kirstenclodfelter.com or follow her on Instagram: @icanmotheranyway.

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