Scientists agree that the only reason adults have children is so they have a socially acceptable reason to visit amusement parks, eat at novelty pizza arcades, and see movies with Shreks in them. Put some fun in the oven with today's kid-friendly Groupon to The Bright Spot in Vernon. Choose between the following options:

• For $30, you get a four-session class (up to a $60 value).
• For $50, you get a 10-visit open-play card (up to a $100 value).

Created by an early-childhood educator and mother, The Bright Spot entertains ankle biters with fun activities, slides, and games designed with the development, education, and interests of small children in mind. Children and parents can learn together in filial harmony during The Bright Spot's classes, which pique the interest of young minds with offerings such as Curiosity Quest for preschool- and kindergarten-age ranges, in which kids create craft projects and experiment with science concepts such as weather, gravity, and the human body's four basic humors. Puzzles, games, pintsize trampolines, and play-doh stations abound throughout The Bright Spot’s play areas, entertaining tots during 10 open-play sessions. Environmentally friendly cleaners and VOC-free wall paint help protect little ones from harm, and the spacious play area is compact enough to keep careful watch, but large enough to comfortably house kids’ swiftly expanding horizons.

The values of four-week sessions and open-play admission at The Bright Spot vary based on age and activity. Please check the rates to find the best option.