Rockaways with Kids: 25 Things To Do at Rockaway Beach and Beyond

This week's picks for NYC parents from Mommy Poppins. Sponsored Get 50% off tickets to [New York Hall of Science]( the code MP50. Buy now and redeem by July 30. Discount applies to general admission, 3D films, and mini golf. [Rockaways with Kids: 25 Things To Do at Rockaway Beach and Beyond]( [The sandy shores at Rockaway Beach span more than 5 1/2 miles of Atlantic Ocean shoreline. Photo courtesy of NYCGo] Rockaway Beach is home to soft sand and formidable Atlantic Ocean waves—it's the only shore in NYC where you're allowed [to surf](. Although this area was ravaged by Hurricane Sandy, the boardwalk and [Rockaway Park]( have been renovated with amazing playgrounds and water play areas. It's a perfect spot for a beachy daycation and much closer to home for locals than [The Hamptons](. Read on for all you need to know about spending a day at Rockaway Beach with kids. Beyond the basics—sand! surf!—we've outlined need-to-know info like how to get to Rockaway Beach and the best things to do when you arrive at this NYC summer favorite. Find more local beaches to explore in our [Guide to NYC Beaches, Pools, and Water Parks](. [Read more.]( [Facebook]( [Twitter]( [Pinterest]( [100 Trivia Questions for Kids - With Answers!]( [How many of these trivia questions can your little brainiac answer? Photo by J. Fanchin, courtesy of Canva] Trivia questions for kids are a fun way to battle boredom, learn new things, and keep kids’ brains active. Whether your family is on a [long car ride]( stuck inside on a [rainy day]( or just in the mood for some friendly competition, trivia questions are sure to entertain and enlighten kids of all ages. Plus, your kiddos will have some interesting facts to share at school or at their next party. Here are 100 trivia questions for kids, including everything from animal and history trivia to Disney and sports trivia. We made sure to provide the answers too, just in case you get stumped! Once you've gotten through this list, find more ways to keep idle minds busy in our [Boredom Busters for Kids]( guide. [Read more.]( [Facebook]( [Twitter]( [Pinterest]( Sponsored Please join the [Birch Wathen Lenox School]( on May 18 when Dr. Michelle Loy, an expert in Integrative Medicine, will share her insights on helping teens make healthy food choices. Find the best things to do in NYC this month with our Best of May Activities Guide! [View The Guide >]( 🌼 BEST OF MAY🌼 [Farm-Themed Family Vacations]( Escape the city and head to endless rolling hills of farmland. [Read More >]( 🌷 SEASONAL GUIDE 🌷 [Spring Fun Guide]( Spring fairs, farm visits, and more seasonal fun! [Read More >]( 🌼 BEST OF MAY🌼 [Roller Skating for Families]( Enjoy an old-school outing at these local roller skating rinks. [Read More >]( 🌼 BEST OF MAY🌼 [Family-Friendly Weekend Getaways near NYC]( These weekend getaways offering nature, culture, art, and food are well worth the trip. [Read More >]( 🌼 BEST OF MAY🌼 [NYC's Best Playgrounds]( We've scoured the city and swung on the monkey bars, and these are our favorite spots. [Read More >]( Copyright © 2023 Mommy Poppins, All rights reserved. You are getting this email because you subscribed to our newsletters on MommyPoppins.com Our mailing address is: Mommy Poppins 511 Avenue of the Americas #504New York, New York 10011 [Add us to your address book]( Want to change how you receive these emails? You can [update your preferences]( or [unsubscribe from all Mommy Poppins emails](. [Instagram]( [Facebook]( [Pinterest]( [YouTube](