Children can read books to dogs, meet local authors and do some hands-on activities inspired by the books featured at this free story time designed to celebrate reading and children's books. Stop in anytime between 10:30 a.m. and noon at the Missouri History Museum. Free.
More information: mohistory.org
You and your kids can learn about space, science, the solar system and lots more in a fun, hands-on way during Public Missions at the Challenger Learning Center. Simulated Space missions are geared for families with kids ages 6 and up, and some for families with kids ages 11 and up.
Wagon rides, live entertainment, great festival foods, a petting zoo and much more make this an apple pickin' good time for the whole family. There will be pony rides, a children's carnival, opportunities to feed goats and other farm animals, caramel apples, funnel cakes and more.
Kids ages 8 to 11 will enjoy a true maker experience, including laser cutting, LEGO robotics, clay creations, printmaking and more.
Kids can enjoy bubble fun from The Magic House, the St. Louis Police Department Operation Polar Cops ice cream truck, face painting, games, and explore the St. Louis Fire Department fire truck. There will be 300 free lunches provided for children 12 and under.
What do senses tell you? Kids will learn to let their senses guide them on a walk through the Sensory Garden at this month's Great Green Adventures.
