The Magic House, St. Louis Children's Museum

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June 13 & 14, 2009
July 11 & 12, 2009
August 1, 2009
Sept. 12 & 13, 2009
Oct. 3 & 4, 2009
Nov. 7, 2009
Dec. 5 & 6, 2009.
Jan. 9 & 10, 2010
Feb. 6 & 7, 2010
March 6 & 7, 2010
April 10 & 11, 2010
May 1 & 2, 2010

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Storytime Magic
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Storytime Magic

Parents and their young children are invited to Storytime Magic, an interactive literacy experience! Storytime Magic takes place Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays at 11:30 am during the school year, in Classroom #1 on the Lower Level. A different book is featured each month. Dates and times are subject to change.

October 2009
	The Magic House Mice and the Pumpkin Surprise by Mary Ebers This heartwarming autumn tale featuring the museum’s favorite group of mice teaches children how even the smallest of creatures can accomplish great things. Pumpkin science activities will follow the story, inviting children to conduct an investigation of the big orange squash.
November 2009
	The Little Yellow Leaf by Carin Berger Eye-catching collage illustrations tell the story of a small yellow leaf that clings to the branch of the great oak tree. The other leaves fly off, but the little yellow leaf holds tight, watching winter’s approach. After the story, children will jump into an activity exploring the fantastic season of fall.
December 2009
	The Magic House Mouse Mrs. Claus tells the touching tale of a group of mice who live in The Magic House and learn about the true spirit of giving. A surprise visit from a very special guest will follow the story.
January 2010
	SHAPE by David Goodman and Zoe Miller Wonderful photographic images lead children on a journey into the world of shapes, from the simple circle to the complex cube. An experience challenging creativity and geometric genius will complete the program.
February 2010
	When I Grow Up by Leonid Gore A young child dreams of being older and bigger, like the raindrop that becomes the fastest river and the small green sprout that grows to be the tallest tree. Bright illustrations with a small cut-out window highlight all the ways that different things grow up. A fun game matching game will follow the story.
March 2010
	Big and Small, Room for All by Jo Ellen Bogart This book introduces little children to a big idea: the vastness of the universe. Its’ beautiful watercolor paintings illustrate elements that are too large or too small for us to see. An opportunity to make remarkable discoveries about relative size will assist children in understanding how the world fits together.
April 2010
	Ten Things I Can Do to Help My World by Melanie Walsh Children will learn how small changes can make a big difference to help our world. Visually appealing, die-cut illustrations provide a wonderful introduction to environmental studies and eco-friendly tips even young ones can live by! Acitivities celebrating Earth Day will complete the visit!
May 2010
	Birds by Kevin Henkes Birds come in all sizes, shapes, and colors. This lovely concept book will fascinate young children as they learn about the feathered friends who live right outside their window. Although they can’t soar or perch on wires like them, young readers can imitate birds in other ways. A sensory experience exploring springtime will follow the story.

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