Paris is one of the most entertaining cities in the world, but it often gets dismissed as a city exclusively for couples and art lovers. And while The City of Love is a romantic place for those in relationships, and the sheer number of museums is almost mind-numbing, youngsters (and the young at heart) will fall in love with Paris, too.
There are many great activities you can do here as a family, and Paris has striven to make the city more welcoming for children. If you have kids and are traveling to Paris, here are our ten favorite things to do – they’ll quickly become your favorites, too!
Centre Pompidou
This museum is one of the most widely visited attractions in Paris, with over 6 million visitors each year. It is the home to the largest museum of modern art in Europe, a large public library, and a music museum, but kids love being outside the museum even more. The large public grounds host miniature carnivals and street performers all spring and summer, and the Stravinsky Fountain features kinetic sculptures and dazzling water-fed mobiles. [Read more…]
Education is often addressed through standards, but often these standards fail because children are individuals with unique personalities and needs. The educational system is structured, and children must be sorted within that structure, most often according to age rather than ability.
Living (and loving) Life
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Camping can be a wonderful experience for the whole family. There’s nothing like a few days of beautiful scenery for family bonding. To make certain that fun is had by all, it is important to plan wisely before taking off to the mountains.