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Top 10 Fun Things to Do With Kids in Brooklyn This Summer
From Lefferts Garden Promise – A Trusted Brooklyn Daycare
Summer in Brooklyn, NY is full of opportunities for families with young children. At Lefferts Garden Promise, located right in the heart of Flatbush and Prospect Lefferts Gardens, we love helping parents discover fun, local ways to enjoy the warm weather with their kids.
Here are 10 of our favorite summer activities for toddlers, preschoolers, and young children in Brooklyn:
1. Prospect Park Zoo
Just a short walk from our daycare, the Prospect Park Zoo is perfect for young explorers. With a barnyard, sea lions, and hands-on activities, it's a summer staple.
2. Splash Pads at LeFrak Center
Cool off with water play at the LeFrak Center in Prospect Park. Their splash pad is free and perfect for little ones on a hot summer day.
3. Brooklyn Children's Museum
Located in nearby Crown Heights, this museum has exhibits designed for children under 5. It's air-conditioned, educational, and always fun.
4. Nature Walks in Prospect Park
From the Ravine to the Audubon Center, Prospect Park offers kid-friendly trails and wildlife. Perfect for morning strolls or picnic afternoons.
5. Storytime at Brooklyn Public Library (Flatbush Branch)
Enjoy free story sessions, sing-alongs, and puppet shows tailored for toddlers and preschoolers.
6. Carousel Rides in Prospect Park
The historic carousel is a favorite summer activity for our daycare children. Rides are inexpensive and full of joy!
7. Smorgasburg Food Market (Prospect Park)
Great for families! Try new foods while kids enjoy open space and live music. Sundays in Prospect Park are perfect for local flavor.
8. Brooklyn Botanic Garden
Kids love the Discovery Garden, water features, and colorful blooms. It's educational and relaxing for parents too.
9. Movies Under the Stars
NYC Parks hosts free outdoor movie nights in Prospect Park and surrounding neighborhoods—great for family bonding after dark.
10. Join Our Summer Program at Lefferts Garden Promise
We offer a safe, engaging, and educational summer daycare program in Brooklyn, including outdoor play, art projects, water days, and more—all designed to nurture your child’s growth and joy this season.
Contact Lefferts Garden Promise Daycare
We’re a warm, community-centered daycare in Brooklyn, NY, proudly serving Flatbush, Prospect Lefferts Gardens, and nearby neighborhoods. Join our summer program today!
📍 Lefferts Garden Promise
502 Flatbush Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11225
📞 718-210-8261
🌐 https://leffertsgardenpromise.com