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Top 5 Activities for a Toddler or Preschooler in Chattanooga

This relatively unknown town is filled with fun for kids of all ages, but especially for toddlers and preschoolers. During our time in Tennessee, I didn't think that we'd have much fun out here, but our little ones had a blast.

1. Tennessee Aquarium
The Tennessee Aquarium is always a hit with toddlers...
2. Creative Discovery Museum
The Creative Discovery Museum is a castle-like...
3. Incline Railway
If your toddler or preschooler is obsessed with modes...

Best Activities in Memphis for Toddlers and Preschoolers

If you're coming to Memphis with a toddler or pre-schooler, you'll probably want to miss Graceland and hit some of these hotspots for little ones. Fit a sitter and enjoy Graceland without the kids.

1. Memphis Zoo
2. The Children’s Museum of Memphis (CMOM)
3. The Main Street Trolley in Memphis

Top Activities in Nashville for Toddlers and Preschoolers

If you're coming to Nashville with a couple of toddlers and/or preschoolers in tow, here are some of the must-see attractions that are kid-friendly.

1. Nashville Zoo at Grassmere
What toddler/preschooler doesn't like hanging out at...
2. Frist Center for the Visual Arts
The best art museum for kids. The Frist knows that...
3. Cheekwood—Nashville’s Home of Art and Gardens
Cheekwood has a wonderful free program on Tuesday...

Kid-friendly U-pick Strawberry Fields

Each year, as summer approaches, our family loves to start thinking about when and where we'd like to go strawberry picking. What's better than being caught "red-handed" in the berry patch, chowing down on those juicy red "candies."

I definitely prefer the organic ones since you know that your kids are probably going to popping these berries straight into their mouths. They'll might eat some dirt along with the berries, but at least they won't be consuming any harmful pesticides as well.

Here's a list of u-pick farms that go all out for kids. I've also tried to note which ones are use organic farming methods.

1. Tougas Family Farm
Strawberry Season: Early June to Mid-July.
2. Vollmer Farm
Organic farm. Strawberry Season: April through early...
3. Thompson-Finch Farm
Organic farm 2 hours north of NYC. Strawberry season:...