Kids will learn about the variety of wildlife in their backyard and ways they can help them and the environment. They'll also build a habitat for a native species to take home to use in thier own backyard. Presented by the Endangered Wolf Center at the St. Louis County Library. For ages 5-10. Registration is required. Free.
Animals in My Backyard will be held:
August 12 at 2 p.m. at the Prairie Commons Branch
August 26 at 2 p.m. at the Rock Road Branch
September 18 at 4:30 p.m. at the Grant's View Branch
For more information and to register: slcl.org
Science Tots is designed for children ages 18 to 36 months. The class provides opportunities to support brain development and learning. Toddlers and their grown-ups will explore STEM topics through songs, stories, hands-on exploration and play.
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.
Explore the Saint Louis Zoo in the evenings at the Chinese lantern festival Animals Aglow! Animals Aglow returns to illuminate the Saint Louis Zoo for the second year with dozens of new, towering lanterns and light displays.
Toddlers and their grownups can learn, create and play during Toddler Thursday at Mastodon State Historic Site. Each session explores a different topic related to nature and includes activities and a craft.
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!