The early childhood program (18 months through 1st Grade) is rooted in the Montessori philosophy of education. This methodology has proven to provide our youngest students with this personalized learning experience.
Based on Mo Willems' beloved, award-winning, best-selling children's books, Kennedy Center on Tour presents a romp of a musical in Elephant and Piggie: We are in a Play. Elephant Gerald and Piggie sing and dance their way through solutions to fundamental questions like: What do you wear to a fancy pool costume party? Should you share your ice cream? And how can two friends play with one toy?
This is an informal information night where you can ask questions, tour the facilities, meet the camp director, and learn about all of the camp offerings. You'll see the gym, classrooms, computer lab, science lab, extensive playground, wooded area with nature trails, fire pit area and outdoor pool.
Enjoy a dynamic performance involving the history, culture, language and creation of three dance styles: West African Jazz, Swing and Hip Hop.
Visitors enter the exhibit via a magical portal into a fabulous storybook kingdom where they'll learn the meaning and history of tales they've known all their lives and others that may be new to them.
isit The Magic House for a grr-ific breakfast, meet Daniel Tiger, make a craft to take home, and have some private playtime in the Magic House's latest exhibit, Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood: A Grr-ific Exhibit. Registration is required.
Visitation Academy is St. Louis' only all-girls school for grades 1-5.
Stop in and have some fun in the indoor pool at the Lodge of Des Peres with your little one at this drop-in swim time for kids up to age 6. No pre-registration is needed; Water Waddlers is open to residents and non-residents of Des Peres.
At this free art program for ages 3-6 the focus is on the process of making art rather than the finished product. Dress to get messy!
The Saint Louis Science Center has expanded its Preschool Science Series to include new offerings for different age groups of young scientists. Storybook STEM is for ages 3 to 5.
Your little one can wear pajamas and bring their favorite stuffed animal as they develop literacy skills during Pajama Story Time with the St. Louis County Library.
LEGO Club at the St. Louis County Library is a free opportunity for kids to gather and have fun building with LEGO bricks. LEGOs are provided.