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PTN Loves Chicago: 4 Family-Friendly Places to Explore This February
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February is a month of celebrating love, and we wanted to get in on the fun! To kick things off, we put together a list of 4 of our favorite family-friendly places to explore in Chicago. Our team of therapists handpicked these incredible spots, and we know that you and your family will enjoy spending quality time at these locations. No matter if you’re looking for some indoor fun or the chance to get outside, these destinations are fantastic to visit during February and beyond.

1. Lincoln Park Zoo

One of the best places to take your kiddos this month is the Lincoln Park Zoo. There are a lot of indoor areas throughout the zoo, which means that you can visit even if it’s a little bit chilly outside. The Lincoln Park Zoo offers numerous classes that your children can participate in, and you can also walk around the zoo and teach your little one all about the unique and incredible animals that live there.

2. Chicago Public Libraries

There’s something so special about going to the library and creating memories together as a family. That’s why we recommend visiting your local Chicago public library! There are many different locations around the city, each with its own variety of wonderful activities available for young children. Some locations have organized story hours, while others have open play with a variety of toys. No matter what location you decide to visit, we just know that you’re going to have a great time.

3. Wiggleworms Music Classes at Old Town School of Folk Music

Get ready to move around and have some fun when attending music classes at Wiggleworms. Wiggleworms has multiple locations, and their music classes are perfect to attend during the winter months. These classes are particularly great for neurodiverse kiddos who may have a hard time attending to tasks, because there are plenty of opportunities for movement and repetition with family nursery rhymes.

4. Swim Classes at Chicago Blue Dolphins

With warmer weather expected in the coming months, it’s a great idea to get your kiddos used to the water and learn the basics of swimming. An excellent way to get them started is to take your little one to swim classes at Chicago Blue Dolphins. Their swim classes are sensory friendly, and teach your child things such as the basics of swimming, how to stay calm in the water, and they even incorporate games into the lessons.

Follow us on our social media (Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest) all month long for some more community resources that we love! Additionally, please don’t hesitate to contact us at any time to discuss if your child would benefit from pediatric therapy. Our team is here to support you and your child in any way we can.

Chicago Kids Activities
5 Indoor Play Places in Chicago that We LOVE
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February is the month of love, so we thought we’d take this opportunity to share some of the places that we love in and around Chicago, particularly during these cold winter months. These places are all wonderful spots for engaging your little one in play that promotes healthy child development.

The Chicago Public Library

With every last book available through the internet, it’s easy to forget just how wonderful your local library can be. Spend a half hour letting your little one pick out books that she likes and reading them to her. Do some puzzles, or play a game that you don’t have at home on one of the children’s computers. Each branch also has plenty of interactive programming every month, ranging from homework help to story hours to arts and crafts. Find your local branch and check the event schedule here.

The Little Gym of Chicago

We can’t say enough good things about The Little Gym. This place specializes in classes that involve active play. Some classes are for parents and kids, some are just for kids, and the age range is from four months to twelve years old. (So many places that offer children’s classes start at age two, so this place can be a real life-saver for new parents.) Choose from gymnastics, dance, sport skills, karate, and more. Visit the website here to check out the current class schedule.

Kid City

This indoor play space is over 3,000 square feet and has everything from a play grocery market to a dress up boutique. This is a great spot for toddlers and pre-k kids in particular with big imaginations. You can bring a friend along or plan a session with one of our occupational therapists at this great playground. Learn more about the rates and hours here.

Little Beans Café

A perennial parenting problem is figuring out a way to take your kids on fun adventures and feed them well at the same time. Little Beans Café solves that problem by serving an assortment of drinks (including coffee) and snacks that both parents and kids will enjoy, all within a family play space. This could be the perfect spot to meet with one of our speech therapists to practice socializing, instruction following, and more. Learn more here.

Exceptional Wiggleworms at Old Town School of Folk Music

If your little guy loves music but has sensory sensitivities, then Exceptional Wiggleworms may be the perfect solution. This set of music classes is specifically designed for children with special needs and children with sensitivities to loud noises. Every class follows the same structure and is taught by someone educated in the field of special education. Learn more and sign up for a class here.

These are just a few of the spots we love. For more recommendations, feel free to give our office a call any time. We can also answer any questions you may have about our occupational, speech, and physical therapists or our approach to pediatric therapy.

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