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Falcons Field Park in Frisco

This massive playground is located in the Grayhawk community nestled next to Boals Elementary and feels like a childhood oasis with two large playground structures.

Taking Root

Unearth the natural sciences at the Dallas Arboretum’s new Rory Meyers Children’s Adventure Garden

LEGO Travel Adventure

The August heat may be keeping your family indoors this month, but you can keep the summer fun full steam ahead until school begins by visiting the LEGO Travel Adventure exhibit inside the American Airlines C.R. Smith Museum.

6 Books to Read in August

Whether your child is hankering to get back into the classroom or is fearful about starting school for the first time, you can help her get into the swing of things with one of these titles recommended by local librarian Lisa Smant.

Sycamore Park in Lewisville

Covered by a blue overhang that provides shade, Sycamore Park in Lewisville is a good option for families hoping to escape the sun but not the best choice for those interested in originality and aesthetics.

Kids Colony 2 in The Colony

Kids Colony 2 has much to offer in the way of family fun. From its sensory garden to its all-inclusive play structure, Kids Colony 2 has something to offer children of all ages.

Lakewood Park in Dallas

Find refuge from the summer sun at the well-shaded Lakewood Park. Set back off of busy Williamson Road in East Dallas, Lakewood Park is a suitable destination for active families seeking a bit of nature in the heart of the city.

3 Days in Oahu, Hawaii

Trying to decide between town and country for your next family vacation? Have the best of both worlds with a dash of island paradise on a trip to Oahu.

Ray Roberts Lake State Park

For an affordable family staycation this summer, take a break from your neighborhood park or fishing hole and venture farther out to Ray Roberts Lake State Park, just north of DFW, for a boatload of recreational potential.