Everyone loves a great pumpkin bread recipe, but pumpkin consumption shouldn't begin and end there—there are loads of tasty pumpkin recipes for every meal of the day. Although pumpkin is often found in rich desserts, it’s actually full of important nutrients for kids. Pumpkin is packed with iron, potassium, fiber, vitamin A, and vitamin C, and is made up of 94% water, making it low in calories. From pumpkin muffins to pumpkin pancakes, we’ve rounded up some of our favorite kid-friendly pumpkin recipes.

For more great recipes for children, visit our Guide To Easy Recipes for Kids, which includes fun fall recipes like these easy apple recipes and our favorite Halloween treats for kids.

If you’re looking for the ultimate escape room in Chicago, you’ve come to the right place. An escape room is an awesome and interactive experience for the entire family. Your entire group will need to work together to try and find an escape from the room you’re in. The coolest part about doing this challenge together is the different themes each escape room comes with. There is sure to be a room and theme to fit tweens, teens, and even the littlest member of your group. Check out our escape rooms in Chicago round-up below.

Escape rooms are fun all year round! For other indoor activities in Chicago, check out our Guide to Indoor Play.

If you’re looking for places to go fishing with the kids, we’ve got you covered. These fishing lakes near Chicago are perfect for a day of family fun, right in the heart of Chicago’s most historic neighborhoods. From the Chicago River to lagoons in Humboldt Park and Lincoln Park, there are plenty of cool fishing holes with a wide variety of fish and wildlife. Remember to check local fishing license requirements for adults and to keep life jackets on littles near the water. In Illinois, a fishing license is required for all bodies of water. 

For more great family adventures, check out our 20 favorite day trips guide from Chicago.