ROOKie Readers

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ROOKie Readers is a literacy program designed for children ages 2-5 and their caregivers. Each week. little ones can enjoy a different story and a variety of games and activities. Each session lasts approximately one hour.

Cost is $5 per adult/child pair. Free for members of the World Chess Hall of Fame. One adult per child required. There is a limit of 12 adult/child pairs per session.

10 a.m. At the World Chess Hall of Fame in the Central West End.

More information and to RSVP: worldchesshof.org

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Tags: World Chess Hall of Fame, ROOKie Readers, literacy, chess, St. Louis Family Events, Things to do with kids in St. Louis

Locations: St. Louis

Ages: Parent with Child, Preschool

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