Time In: The best things to do at home with kids

The Great White Way has gone dark and our favorite Broadway shows for kids aren't returning until 2021. Sadly, Frozen will not reopen along with our favorites, but little queens and kings of the cold can still enjoy the theatrical perks of the Disney classic. Thanks to Broadway Plus, kids can participate in a virtual birthday party, singing lesson or digital meet and greet with their favorite stars: Patti Murin, who played Anna in Frozen, has just joined the platform and will gladly spend time digitally with your little Mouseketeers. (Elsa, played by Caroline Bowman, and Hans, played by Austin Colby, are also available for virtual hellos.)  Video shout-outs from Anna are $95, 30-minute meet and greets are $165, hour-long vocal coaching is $250 and birthdays are $400. If your theater buff can't resist the stage, they also have options to enjoy digital experiences from shows such as Wicked, Aladdin, Be More Chill and so much more.  You can also check out Princess & Me, a West coast-based company that schedules Zoom calls with all of your children's favorite Disney princesses. Plus, Nickelodeon characters are also up for a quick Zoom chat!  Most popular on Time Out - NYC DOE reaches a new decision about the return to school - Will NYC teachers go on strike? Here’s what you need to know - The Great Jack O’Lantern Blaze is opening a second location this year - Take a peek inside NYC’s Krispy Kreme flagship in Times Square - Farmers’ Almanac reveals when New Yorkers can catch the best fall foliage

It looks like there's a new Muppet in town.  Meet Foley, the host of Audible's exclusive Sesame Street Podcast with Foley and Friends. Debuting Oct 15, this new offering allows tots (particularly those in pre-k) to enjoy interactive games, listen to music, and tag along with familiar pals like Elmo and Cookie Monster. Plus, it's the first time our go-to kids' show is dipping into the podcast world. It's just another way to enjoy our favorite friends! “We’re thrilled to expand our children’s content with this exceptional release," Rachel Ghiazza, Audible's executive vice president and head of US content said in a statement. "The Sesame Street Podcast with Foley & Friends delivers what parents need most now: educational entertainment that little ones will love, guaranteed.”  Foley takes the lead with her sidekick Mikee the Microphone during each 15-minute episode to introduce little ones to a variety of topics, some of which include birthdays and the alphabet. We're particularly looking forward to the reoccurring “Elmo’s Joke of the Day" podcast game show, which is sure to deliver laugh-out-loud material.   Download Audible and enjoy! For more ways to keep kids busy during this unusual school term, check out fall 2020 activities—virtual classes, pods and more!  Most popular on Time Out - NYC DOE reaches a new decision about the return to school - Will NYC teachers go on strike? Here’s what you need to know - The Great Jack O’Lantern Blaze is opening a second location this year - Take a peek inside NYC’s Krispy Kreme flagship in Times Square - Farmers’ Almanac reveals when New Yorkers can catch the best fall foliage

Although you can't visit the happiest place on earth right now, that doesn't mean Disney can't come to you.  Resourceful parents—who understand the challenges of working from home—will be pleased to know that their little Disney princesses have access to a plethora of entertainment right at their fingertips. (Phew!) It's simple: All kids need to do is grab a piece of paper, sharpen a pencil and hop online. The Disney Parks How to Draw Series on YouTube will keep little illustrators busy all afternoon (once their homework is complete, of course). The pros at The Magic of Disney Animation walk viewers through what it takes to draw famous characters: Anna, Elsa, Bell, Tinker Bell, Goofy, Winnie the Pooh, Jack Skellington and, of course, Mickey Mouse! (Walt Disney did say, "I only hope that we don't lose sight of one thing—that it was all started by a mouse.) These 10-20 minute-long videos will be a saving grace for moms and dads who are not only working and taking care of their families, but stepping in as substitute teachers while their kiddos are learning remotely. It can seem challenging, but we'll help keep your crew busy (and sane!) while spending time in. Be sure to also check out the greatest Disney movies and strengthen youngsters' art appreciation with virtual museum tours and digital classes. Don't forget to tune in with famed author and illustrator Mo Willems, who hosts a drawing class online every day at 1pm!   Sign up to receive great Time Out New York Kids deals in your inbox each day.

Since there wasn't an option to hop onboard SpaceX's Crew Dragon, we're here to show little astronauts the next best thing. If your kiddos are curious about the cosmos, log onto Google Earth for a tour of the International Space Station. Apparently, the sky is not the limit when virtual activities are in question.    Photograph: Shutterstock   This offering from Google Earth is fairly comprehensive: Within the table of contents, you'll find facts and stats about different areas of the ISS: the Columbus Research Laboratory, the Copula Observation Module, docking compartments and so on. To accompany the text, viewers will actually be able to (digitally) step inside astronauts' offices—consider it a Google Street View from space. Trust us, this online research is out of this world! If your children are interested in other areas of astronomy, check out digital offerings from the Kennedy Space Center, NASA and your favorite kids' museums. If you're anxious to travel to other locales without leaving home, check out Google Earth's tour of real-life Harry Potter locations!  Houston, we're going to be busy.         Most popular on Time Out - Disney's free drawing classes teach you how to sketch your favorite princesses- Tour the real-life locations of Harry Potter's world with Google Earth- Celebrate the 100th birthday of Deno’s Wonder Wheel with a free coloring book- New York's kiddie salons share advice on how to cut your child's hair at home- Best family restaurants in NYC doing delivery Sign up to receive great Time Out New York Kids deals in your inbox each day.