Kids ages 5-8 can explore the creation of sound and take home their own homemade instruments.
Every classroom has them — disruptive and distracting students who interrupt their own and others' learning with impulsivity, attention-seeking comments or ongoing teacher power struggles. This workshop explores the brain science behind self-regulation and what motivates the behavior of these students.
This STEAM challenge, for ages 5-10, is based on a favorite storybook and designed to engage your child to be a creative thinker and problem solver.
Head over to Shaw Nature Reserve for an adventure and get hands-on with nature.
Families with children ages 3-10 are invited to have a nature adventure. Each class includes activities for your family to learn together about the plants and animals at Shaw Nature Reserve.
Fishing is not normally allowed at Shaw Nature Reserve, but the Missouri Department of Conservation is teaming up with the Reserve to provide a special fishing experience for first-time or young anglers.
Kids of all ages will learn about wetlands and the critters that call them home at this free event sponsored by the Missouri Department of Conservation.
Preschoolers can get their hands dirty while learning all about worms at this free workshop presented by Mad Science of St. Louis.
Little ones ages 3 to 5 will have the opportunity to interact with other children and strengthen their understanding of nature at the Shaw Nature Reserve. Little Nature Explorers classes are a great way to prepare your child for preschool or kindergarten.
Visit the Saint Louis Zoo for Bear Awarness Weekend and learn about the ways you can help save Sun Bears, Andean Bear and Grizzly Bear species, participate in a a bear scavenger hunt and lots more.
Bring your little ones to the Crestwood Community Center for a special open gym time for preschoolers age 5 and under. Age-appropriate equipment will be available for children to play with and explore.
Kids can enjoy an egg hunt, petting zoo, crafts, music and refreshments. The Easter Bunny will even be available for photo opps.
Preschoolers, age 3-5, are invited to Wild Wednesday, a fun morning that includes exploring, crafting, story time and a snack.
Celebrate Easter at a pizza party with Peter Cotton Tail. There will be a special magic show featuring Boingo the Bunny, and opportunities for photos with the bunny.
Tots and parents will enjoy a variety of instruments with a focus on rhythm and much more in this parent/child music program. For ages 2-5.
Preschoolers can take a trip through the solar system and make their very own mini rocket! This workshop is free and is presented by Mad Science of St. Louis.
Find out how dirt made your lunch, investigate a worm's habitat, and even meet a few new wiggly friends.
Kids love dinosaurs, and during this special workshop, little ones will hear stories about dinosaurs and stomp like a dinosaur as they celebrate all things prehistoric.
Visit the James S. McDonnell Planetarium in Forest Park and see a star show to experience the largest artificial sky in the Western Hemisphere. Star shows are lead LIVE by one of the Planetarium's educators, creating a new and tailored experience for every audience.
Splash and play with your little one in this fun morning activity. No registration is necessary.
See the Zoo's California sea lions perform acrobatic and athletic feats, including Olympic-style dives on a high-diving platform, flipper walks, frisbee tosses and plenty of surprises. While on stage with the sea lions, the Zoo's trainers explain sea lion behavior and positive-reinforcement training, in addition to the need for conserving the sea lion's ocean habitat.
Enjoy free snow cones and watch as the sun sets on greenways across the St. Louis metro area at Sunsets and Snowcones sponsored by Great Rivers Greenway. This free summer series is designed to connect people to nature and community while highlighting the 135 miles of greenways maintained by the agency.
Thursday Trivia at 9 Mile Garden is designed for all ages. Play trivia, win prizes, and enjoy food from the food trucks. Free admission.
