More boredom busters

Use this list of movies based on books and gardening books to keep little brains active on summer vacation.

Books with film adaptations to read together

“Madeline” by Ludwig Bemelmans and John Bemelmans-Marciano

“The Cat In The Hat” by Dr. Seuss

“Winnie-The-Pooh” by A. A. Milne

“Eloise” by Kay Thompson and Hilary Knight

“Charlotte’s Web” by E. B. White

“The Tale Of Desperaux” by Kate DiCamillo

“Freaky Friday”* by Mary Rodgers

“Charlie And The Chocolate Factory”* by Roald Dahl

“Diary of a Wimpy Kid” by Jeff Kinney

“Little Women”* by Louisa May Alcott

“Harry Potter” by J. K. Rowling

“The Lion, The Witch And The Wardrobe”* by C. S. Lewis

“The Hobbit”* by J. R. R. Tolkien

* More than one film version available.

Gardening books by Sharon Lovejoy

“Roots, Shoots, Buckets & Boots: Gardening Together With Children”

“Sunflower Houses, Inspiration From The Garden”

“Trowel and Error: Over 700 Tips, Remedies & Shortcuts For The Gardener”

Young Actors at Strasberg

Young Actors at Strasberg&nbsp;offers a comprehensive array of acting programs for students in grades 2 &ndash;&nbsp;12. Classes provide kids and teens with a foundation in Lee Strasberg's Method Acting and the tools to succeed in the professional industry &ndash;&nbsp;all while maintaining a fun and playful environment. Programs are tailored to encompass students at all levels, from those just beginning their acting journey to Broadway veterans and professional child actors. Young Actors at Strasberg alumni include Lady Gaga, Sophia Lillis, Angelina Jolie, Chris Evans, Scarlett Johansson and Rosario Dawson! Young Actors&nbsp;Programs are available online and in-person at our New York Campus, located in Union Square. Saturday, After-School and Online classes are offered during the traditional school year (Fall, Winter, and Spring) and Monday through Friday day camps and intensives are held in&nbsp;July and August. About The Lee Strasberg Theatre &amp; Film Institute: Founded in 1969 by Lee and Anna Strasberg, The Lee Strasberg Theatre &amp; Film Institute is the only school that teaches Lee Strasberg's work in its complete and authentic form. The Institute's goal is to provide students with a craft that will help them create a reality and respond truthfully in imaginary circumstances, regardless of the style or form of material being used. LSTFI is proud to have award-winning alumni from around the world working as writers, directors, and actors in all mediums.

Bounce! Family Entertainment Center

Bounce! Family Entertainment Center is an indoor birthday party and play space located in Syosset, NY. Perfect for birthday parties, group events, open play, and more! We have the best party packages on Long Island! Our facility has multiple AWESOME attractions: The Trampoline courts, The Adventure Zone, Bumper Cars, Laser Tag, Soft Play, Arcade, &amp; MORE! If you need a break from jumping and climbing, try out some of our delicious food from The Bounce Bites Kitchen! Come on in to any of our Open Play, Toddler Time, or Glow Night sessions!

British Swim School - Manhattan

The premier learn-to-swim provider for people of all ages, offering programs for children ages 3-months through adults.&nbsp; British Swim School uses gentle teaching methods and a survival-first approach to help people of all experience levels become safer, stronger swimmers. British Swim School&rsquo;s safe, fun, and effective instructional program has made it the preferred choice for parents and students for over 40 years. Come see the British Swim School difference!