free things to do with kids in STL

Kids can set sail for the South Pacific in this free online mini camp offered by Imagine Arts Academy of St. Louis.

The Honest to Goodness Truth is a story by award-winning black author and St. Louisan Patricia McKissack. The adaptation is by Gregory Carr, a professor at Harris Stowe. This home-grown tale features a smart, confident young woman named Libby who learns a valuable lesson about telling the truth with compassion. 

At COCAplay: Magnificent Me, children enjoy story time with books that celebrate unique gifts such as Incredible Me and I Like Myself. Then, they creatively express themselves through movement and self-portraits that highlight their own special gifts.

Children up to six years old are invited to join in a play group at The Waldorf School of St. Louis. Little ones, along with the favorite grown up, will enjoy baking, circle time and free play. Parents can get to know other parents of young children.

The Girl Who Swallowed a Cactus is Metro Theater Company's annual fall touring production and is perfect for all ages. In addition to appearing at schools across the St. Louis region and in Nashville, there will be several free public performances that are open to all. Seating is on a first-come, first-served basis. 

Storytime with Cliff welcomes children of all ages, and all families large and small. This special free story time at Left Bank Books usually lasts about 30 minutes and sometimes features a guest author or an activity that ties into the book. 

Tour the newest Foss Swim School, take a chance at winning free swim lessons for your child and enjoy the Bubble Bus at this grand opening.