Elementary Age

Just Like You at the Zoo

Join St. Louis Children's Hospital at the Saint Louis Zoo for activities that teach children why it's important for people - and zoo animals - to take care of their bodies. 

At Just Like You at the Zoo, children collect animal cards at four stations throughout the Zoo. After the cards are collected, they win a prize. Register for this event at the north or south entrances of the Zoo.

Just Like You at the Zoo will be held from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on May 22 at the Saint Louis Zoo. 

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Spring Wild Flower Hike for Families

Explore the Phantom Forest and Bittersweet Woods Conservation areas during this spring hike for all ages. You'll enjoy the freedom and fun of nature while bonding with your kids during these themed hikes, sponsored by the City of Des Peres and the Lodge of Des Peres. 

During this hike, you'll learn how animals in the forest hide in plain site. 

4:30 to 5:30 p.m.

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Parent-Child Workshop: Painting: All About Color

Enjoy a fun afternoon exploring color with your child at this parent and child workshop. You'll learn to mix acrylic paints and put color to canvas as you create a family masterpiece together.

Saturday, June 11, 2 to 4:30 p.m. For kids ages 4-7 with a parent or caregiver. Cost is $45.

At Laumeier Sculpture Park. More information: laumeier.org

 

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Free Makerspace Classes for Kids

You won't want to miss this unique opportunity for your kids to take part in free classes at the Saint Louis Science Center's Makerspace.

In April's program, students will work in design teams to develop a new handheld musical instrument. Students will be challenged to design every aspect of their musical instrument, from its shape to the sounds it will make. The design teams will use MIT's Scratch programming language to program their musical instrument, from its shape to the sounds it will make. 

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Kindergarten Prep
Thursday, September 10, 2026
Tuesday, September 15, 2026
Tuesday, September 29, 2026

Your child is old enough to start kindergarten, are they ready? Are you? At this special presentation, both you and your child will get a brief overview of what is expected before your child even enters the classroom. You'll also receive a free backpack and school supplies. Registration is required.

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Preschool Science Series at the Saint Louis Science Center
Thursday, September 10, 2026
Friday, September 11, 2026
Saturday, September 12, 2026

The Preschool Science Series is an open exploration learning lab for young scientists - ages 18 months to 5 years - and their families. Activities are designed around research that shows children learn best through play, inquiry and shared experiences with their parents and caregivers. 

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Toddler Time at The Magic House
Thursday, September 10, 2026
Wednesday, September 16, 2026
Thursday, September 17, 2026

Visit The Magic House for Toddler Time, a special early-morning program for toddlers. Children age 1-4 can take part in exhibits and exclusive interactive activities designed just for little ones. There are new themes every week!

 

 

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