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Toddler playing in the mud with a wheel barrel

September 29, 2021

Adventure Play: Empower Toddlers to Learn by Playing

What is Adventure Play? In this article we answer some common questions as well as the benefits of Adventure Play for toddlers and in Early Childhood Development.

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Kids running around playing in the forest

August 3, 2021

The Importance of Physical Activity for Kids

Studies demonstrate time and time again that children who are more active on a daily basis tend to act out less and have an easier time focusing on important tasks…

child painting on window with fingers

June 10, 2020

Art Window for Kids

Do you miss our Paint Window in Ella’s Art Studio? We do, too! Make your own at home, using water-based art supplies!

young child happily climbing a tree

May 12, 2020

Risk vs. Hazard: The Value of Risk in Playtime For Children

What is "Risk Play"? This method of play allows children to manage themselves and make decisions to face unfamiliar situations - or risks - on their own.

young child in home looking for something with a magnifying glass

April 17, 2020

“Find The X” Game for Kids

Who says “Elf on the Shelf” can only happen during the holidays? Hide something around the house for your kids to find as an on going treasure hunt!

children writing their own book

April 17, 2020

Be the Author of Your Own Book

Encourage your child’s imagination and let them be the author of their own book.

children playing in a blanket fort in their living room

April 17, 2020

Indoor Fort Building For Kids

Blanket forts are an age-old favorite amongst children of all ages!

toddler playing with shredded paper in a bin full of dinosaur toys as a sensory activity

March 20, 2020

Shredded Paper Sensory Bin For Toddlers

Gather all your shredded papers, and before putting them out to the curb, let your toddlers enjoy a sensory activity!

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Jul 12

Summer of LEGO!

This summer we will feature the Summer of LEGO, a brick-tastic twist on S.T.E.A.M. Room (next to Ella’s Art Studio)! Your child’s imagination is the limit with a nearly endless…

Jul 13

Member Mornings

We LOVE our members! On Sunday mornings the Children’s Museum dedicates the first 2 hours of the day to members only. Interested in becoming a member? Check out our affordable…

Jul 14

Nature Explorers

Nature Explorers helps families explore the art and science of the natural world. Join us with an experienced California Naturalist through a variety of programs with hands-on experiences from specimen…