Ally Noel
Ally Noel has lived in Connecticut for over two decades. Before becoming a parent, she worked as an Educational Technology Specialist, helping schools and teachers integrate technology into learning. Now, she’s all about discovering the best family-friendly adventures, activities, and hidden gems. Share your tips, questions, or just say hi at ally@mommypoppins.com, and follow along for family fun at @mommypoppinsct.
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There are countless educational websites and apps that can supplement kids' school learning through interactive games and other online resources, many of them free.
From free online math games to museum tours and National Geographic deep dives to coding classes and reading apps, we've rounded up some of our favorite—and mostly completely FREE— online learning websites for kids. We've included options for preschoolers, elementary school kids, middle school, and even high schoolers.
Find more online classes, games, and resources in our Virtual and Online Guide for Families, or after school learning is done, have hands-on fun with the boredom busters in our Kids Crafts and Activities Guide.
Whether you're planning a cozy gathering or an epic neighborhood event, backyard movie nights have become a fun tradition for many families. But you're going to need a few things, like outdoor movie projectors and outdoor movie screens. We researched how to transform your backyard into the ultimate entertainment space with any size budget.
Read on to learn about everything you need to know to set up the ultimate outdoor movie night, from choosing the right equipment at the right price point to setting the scene.
Bring your event to the next level with our recipe for easy homemade pizza and these irresistible dessert boards, and don’t forget to pick a flick from one of our 75 favorite family movies!
Have the best home party ever using these kids' birthday entertainers.
Above ground pools are the ultimate game-changer, turning your backyard into a cool oasis of fun without draining your wallet.
Summer is here, and that means it's time for backyard barbecues, lazy afternoons, and making a splash right at home! When the mercury soars and braving the summer traffic to the lake or beach feels more like a chore than a retreat, stepping outside can be downright unbearable. Well, we have the perfect solution.
From epic water battles to serene evening floats, these budget-friendly pools are all about maximizing the good times with minimal hassle. So, grab your sunscreen and favorite floaty—let’s dive into the wonderful world of (affordable) above ground pools!
If you need some pool toys, we've also rounded up our favorite Crazy Awesome Pool Floats for Kids and Babies This Summer and everyone needs more Eco-Friendly Sunscreen for Kids, which you'll find in the
Mommy Poppins Ultimate Kids Summer Vacation Guide.
Find smooth CT trails for families with strollers to explore nature.
We have the best recipe for how to make homemade ice cream in a plastic bag, or a mason jar if you want to be a little extra. You don’t need a fancy ice cream machine to make delicious homemade ice cream! And it's so easy, that kids shouting "I'm Bored" from the rooftops can make this themselves. We also have 100 other ideas of things to do when kids are bored!
These two homemade ice cream recipes take just 5 to 10 minutes and in just a few steps. Making homemade ice cream is one of the coolest science experiments for kids, and the perfect anytime activity, but especially fun during the summer.
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