As a child, I attended daycare at the YMCA and we often took day trips to various places throughout Massachusetts. I always looked forward to the trips to the Children's Museum. It was always TONS of fun - there is an overwhelming selection of exhibits that are fully interactive so your kids can play and play and never realize that they are actually learning something! :)
One exhibit that I remember in particular (and I hope is still there!) was a traditional Japanese house. Kids had to take off their shoes when entering and could "play house" but it was very different than an American house. The table was low to the ground and you would sit on the ground to eat. Lots of other cool things as well, like Japanese decor.
There are lots of similarly wonderful exhibits. I hope to be able to bring my own future children there someday!
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