Being Savvy: Your guide to activities and fun things to do with your preschoolers and kids in Austin, TX

Find out more about:

Archives

History Lesson

How to say "halloween" in toddler-speak

by Julie Holden

October 13, 2008

This year, Johanna will be almost-two for Halloween. In actuarial terms: 22 months, 17 days. My little pumpkin-eater is mostly a grunter, and she's not much on dressing up , so I'm having a hard time figuring out how to explain the most puzzling of holidays to her. Wikipedia 's not much help when it comes to communicating with the diapered set. Imagine: "Johanna dear, Halloween is coming  Read more...

Three Days in and Around Austin: Day 1

by Nicole Basham

July 08, 2008

Welcome to Austin. If you were expecting someplace, well, a little more Texan, don't be surprised. This is a city that prides itself on being different -- in fact, the town's unofficial motto is "keep Austin weird." So while you're here, plan on having an experience that's unique -- both for you, and for the Lone Star State. First step is to get some food. Steer clear of big national chains  Read more...

Fun ways to spend the 4th

by Nicole Basham

July 03, 2008

Happy 4th of July, everyone! With parades, fireworks, carnivals and more, this is one of the more family-friendly holidays on the calendar, so there's plenty of ways you and your little ones can get in the spirit. Check it out: The Obvious : Please don't blow off your hand setting off fireworks in the backyard. Instead, leave the explosions to the professionals. The biggest display is down  Read more...

Getting to know my city: 5 great ways to introduce a preschooler to local history or landmarks

by Nicole Basham

June 24, 2008

If you're like most Austinites, you're totally in love with living in Central Texas, and want to tell anyone who will listen what a fantastic place this is. On the other hand, if you're more of, say, a Dallas kind of person, you probably can't stand the annoying hippies, folk music/nudist/spam festivals, and all the locals' deliberate attempts to be "weird." Regardless, this is your toddler's  Read more...

Trains, Boats and Something Inbetween

by Nicole Basham

May 22, 2008

Whatever activity Edan and I get into becomes exponentially more exciting if there's some kind of locomotion involved. There's plenty of places to hop a ride around town -- here's a few to get you started. 1. The Zilker Zeyphr : the obvious choice. This adorable miniature train takes its passengers on an amble around Zilker Park -- and if you're lucky, you'll get a conductor who will point out  Read more...

History Lessons: Texas

by Nicole Basham

May 16, 2008

I'm not a native Texan. But after a few years of living in the Lone Star Republic , I can safely say that people here are serious about their state. Most adults took Texas history at least once in grade school, and nearly anyone worthy of wearing cowboy boots will tell you that this is the only state legally allowed to succeed from the Union -- you know, if push really comes to shove.  Read more...

More of Our Favorite Activities and Things to Do in austin

urbanjungle.jpg

Creatures & Critters:
Our Urban Jungle

doremi.jpg

Do, Re, Mi! Places to Hear, Sing & Play a Tune

artisticendeavors.jpg

Artistic Endeavors:
Our Favorite Art Venues

roomtorun2.jpg

Room to Run:
Run, Jump & Wiggle Outdoors

rain.jpg

Rainy & Quiet Days:
Cozy & Crazy Indoor Fun

localhistory2.jpg

A Sense of History:
Our City's Stories

naturalhistory2.jpg

Tot's Science Fair:
Science & Nature Sites

waterparks2.jpg

Splash, Spray, Play! Local Spots to Get Wet

bestofcity2.jpg

The Best of... Our Top Can't-Live-Without Spots

The Voice of Being Savvy austin:
Nicole Basham, Julie Holden, Jonathon Morgan

Read more Being Savvy for:

Favorite austin Lists

Review Your Preschool

Join the hundreds of austin parents helping other parents find the right preschool for their child.

Review Your Preschool

View Preschools and Daycare Centers in Other Cities

View preschools in other cities