Kids Resources

Casual, upbeat MasterCuts salons offer cool, classic looks for the whole family.

For baby's first haircut or kids who want a serious 'do, Snip-Its has the cuts and styles for kids of all ages. Bright, colorful characters decorate an archway above the floor, and kids can play computer games while getting their haircuts.

No appointments are taken; walk-ins only.

Birthday parties are also available, complete with glamour photos of all the braids and curls, nail polish, make-up, and dressy clothes.

For baby's first haircut or kids who want a serious 'do, Snip-Its has the cuts and styles for kids of all ages. Bright, colorful characters decorate an archway above the floor, and kids can play computer games while getting their haircuts.

No appointments are taken; walk-ins only.

Birthday parties are also available, complete with glamour photos of all the braids and curls, nail polish, make-up, and dressy clothes.

Dr. Patrick Ryan of Grin-Pediatric Dentistry offers services for kids of all ages.

Kids Dental has three locations and offers pediatric services from a child's first visit to orthodontics.

Frisco Dentistry for Kids offers a full range of pediatric dental services.

The University of North Texas is a public university that hosts a variety of on-campus performing arts shows, sports, and special events open to the general public.

Located in the Environmental Education, Science, and Technology Building, the Elm Fork Education Center offers educational programs and summer camps that teach children environmental decision-making and responsible environmental stewardship. For more information, visit www.efec.unt.edu.

The school's Sky Theater planetarium presents a variety of programs for schools and the general public. For more information, visit www.skytheater.unt.edu.

The university also offers counseling services for children, adolescents, teens, and families through its Child and Family Resource Clinic.

Cook Children's Medical Center is Fort Worth's premiere health care facility for kids.

Children's Medical Center of Dallas is Dallas' premiere health care facility for kids.

The winner of our 2008 Parents' Picks quest to find the best shoe store for teens in Dallas-Fort Worth, REI is the place to outfit the family for a foray into the outdoors, whether it's hiking, camping, or heading out for a family bike trip. REI started out in 1938 as a humble cooperative and evolved into an upscale retail store for people who demand the best in outdoor gear.

Baby and kid stuff abounds: high-quality baby joggers, bike trailers, and trail packs; family camping gear; kids' bikes and helmets; performance footwear; skis and snow gear; rain gear; outdoorsy toys; and rugged, stylish clothes for kids of all ages (Patagonia, Cherry Tree, and Gramicci).

Families can rent tents, backpacks, and other camping gear at the store.

Above & Beyond Celebrations offers party-decorating packages that include creative decorations, party favors, set up, and clean up. Themed kids' packages are available.

The winner of our 2008 Parents' Picks quest to find the best shoe store for teens in Dallas-Fort Worth, REI is the place to outfit the family for a foray into the outdoors, whether it's hiking, camping, or heading out for a family bike trip. REI started out in 1938 as a humble cooperative and evolved into an upscale retail store for people who demand the best in outdoor gear.

Baby and kid stuff abounds: high-quality baby joggers, bike trailers, and trail packs; family camping gear; kids' bikes and helmets; performance footwear; skis and snow gear; rain gear; outdoorsy toys; and rugged, stylish clothes for kids of all ages (Patagonia, Cherry Tree, and Gramicci).

Families can rent tents, backpacks, and other camping gear at the store.

Fifth Avenue Eyewear specializes in children's eyewear and offers a large selection of children's eyeglass frames. Frame styles are available for babies two weeks old and up with lenses ground accurately to the doctors' prescriptions. Fifth Avenue also carries children's sunglasses which come with warranties.

Westland Ranch is a traveling pony ride, trackless train, and petting zoo company, serving the entire Dallas/Fort Worth area.