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The weather in March can be unpredictable, so why not take your younger children to one of the many indoor mall playgrounds in the Atlanta area? Not all malls have play areas for kids, but here are some that do.

The Mall at Stonecrest, Lithonia

Find It: This soft play area is just outside the lower level of J.C. Penney.

Extras: Don’t miss the train that takes children and parents on a ride through the lower level of the mall. For $2, the ride is well worth it.

More Information: www.mallatstonecrest.com or 678-526-8955

Discover Mills, Lawrenceville

Find It: Look for this soft play area in the food court.

Extras: Take a ride on the carousel, also in the food court. Cost is $1.50 per child; adults ride free with child. There’s also a small train, the Coca-Cola Polar Palace, near the Carter’s store ($2).

More Information: www.discovermills.com or 678-847-5000

Arbor Place Mall, Douglasville

Find It: This transportation-themed soft play area is in the food court on the upper level. Park on the Sears side of the mall for convenient access to the elevator.

More Information: www.arborplace-mall.com or 770-947-4245

North Point Mall, Alpharetta

Find It: The heroes-themed soft play area is located near Dillard’s on the lower level.

Extras: An old-fashioned carousel ($2 per child) in the food court area on the upper level.

More Information: www.northpointmall.com or 770-740-9273

Mall of Georgia, Buford

Find It: Kids queue up for the slide at this large, soft play area, found on the lower level by Nordstrom.

Extras: Head over to the food court for a ride on the carousel ($1.50 per child).

More Information: www.mallofgeorgia.com or 678-482-8788

– KW

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