Cinco de Mayo Celebration
2017-05-05 10:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | The Woodlands Children’s Museum
Cinco de Mayo Celebration
Friday, May 5th 10am-5pm
Enjoy the Chikawa Conroe Aztec Dancers performing at 10:30 and 11:30 am. Don’t miss our special reading of Cinco De Mouse-O! in Storybook Theatre, at 11:00am. Than later that afternoon at 2pm we will have a special concert with Prelude Sing-A-Long Family singing in Spanish. $1 mini bean & cheese soft tacos from La Cocina de Roberto Mexican Restaurant.

Storybook Theater
2017-05-05 11:00
Storybook Theatre presents, Cinco de Mouse-O, written by Jody Cox
Introduce your child to the wonder of reading and instill a love of books at an early age.
Storybook Theatre combines your favorite childhood books with songs, rhymes and finger plays
which are meant to promote early literacy and enhance language development.
No reservation needed. Free with paid admission.

Prelude Sing-A-Long Family Concert
2017-05-05 14:00 | The Woodlands Children’s Museum
The Woodlands Children’s Museum will be transformed into a concert hall for a special family event. The Prelude Family Concert series takes the stage at 2pm. The concert is included in the cost of admission, which is $6 for adults and children 1 year and older. “This sing-along concert will delight the whole family,” Angela Colton, the museum’s executive director, said. “We hope everyone joins us for an interactive musical experience.” Prelude Music Classes for Children was founded by husband and wife team, Ana Treviño-Godfrey and Jonathan Godfrey. The acclaimed opera singer and renowned violinist also are the founders of Mercury Orchestra and believe that every child has musical ability.

Mother's Day Silhouettes
2017-05-06 10:00 - 17:00 | The Woodlands Children’s Museum
Mother’s Day Silhouettes
Sat. May 6th and Sat. 13th 10am-5pm
Silhouette Artist Patti Rishforth will be with us for two days offering her one of a kind art of cutting your child’s profile from a special piece of paper. Patti is exclusively here for these two days in The Woodlands creating these timeless keepsakes. Appointments & prepayment will be taken at front desk of Museum starting Monday, April 3rd, 2017
Appointments & payments will be taken at front desk of Museum starting Monday, April 3rd, 2017
The process only takes 2 to 3 minutes, so your child will not be sitting long. No need for the child to be dressed fancy as it is from the shoulders up, and if wanted, hair bows can be added.
20% of every item sold is being donated back to museum.
Silhouettes – $35.00
Additional Copies – $12
Back of Frames – $4
Ornaments – $24
Necklace Pendants – $40

Children's Book Week with author Kathy Duval
2017-05-06 10:30 - 12:00 | The Woodlands Children’s Museum
Children’s Book Week May 1-7
Saturday, May 6, 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.: Kathy Duval, author of A Bear’s Year, will do a reading and power point presentation at 10:30 followed by a “meet and greet” and book signing till 12:00.
Author Kathy Duval has lived most of her life in Texas. Her latest book, A BEAR’S YEAR (Schwartz & Wade @ Random House) celebrates the passing of seasons, following a mother bear and her cubs through the course of a year. Kathy was inspired to write this book after visiting Alaska and seeing bears in the wild.
Kathy is also the author of THE THREE BEARS’ HALLOWEEN and THE THREE BEARS’ CHRISTMAS (Holiday House), and TAKE ME TO YOUR BBQ (Disney Hyperion). Her poetry can be found in in children’s magazines and anthologies.
Find out more at kathy@kathyduval.com

LEGO® Time
2017-05-06 11:00 - 14:00
LEGO® Time – Drop and Rescue/DUPLO® Fan. Master Builders prepare to take LEGO engineering to the next level as we combine it with LEGO® Education WeDo 2.0 Computer Software. Children will have the opportunity to develop their skills in engineering and technology as well as language and literacy by working on these theme- based challenges. Hands-on Lego® building. There will also be a great DUPLO® activity for our little ones. No reservation needed. Free with paid admission.

Children's Book Week
2017-05-07 12:00 - 17:00 | The Woodlands Children’s Museum
Children’s Book Week May 1-7
Hear different authors and book readings throughout the week.

Closed
2017-05-08, 2017-05-15, 2017-05-22 | The Woodlands Children’s Museum

Mini masterminds
2017-05-09 10:00 - 12:00
Mini masterminds – Spider Web
Inquisitive little minds get a head start on developing problem solving
and mathematical skills with these short activities suitable for ages 2 and up. Matching, sorting, counting up and down,
fine motor skills, and shape recognition and other topics will be explored. No reservation needed.
Free with paid admission.

Boogie Bash
2017-05-09 11:00
Boogie Bash – Moving Around the World
Available for young toddlers and children up to 5 years old, Boogie Bash provides children with a preliminary introduction to the space around them, encourages cooperation, promotes social interaction, develops a sense of rhythm, strengthens listening skills and enhances language development.
No reservation needed. Free with paid admission.

Nifty Nature
2017-05-10 10:00 - 12:00
Nifty Nature – Frogs and Toads
Have you ever touched a real fossil? Ever wondered how many types of seashells there might be? Young naturalists get hands on exploration and information about our wonderful Earth!

Crazy About Critters
2017-05-10 11:30
Crazy About Critters – TGR Exotics
What happens when a turtle outgrows its shell? How many quills does a hedgehog have? Find out answers to these questions and more as you get up close and personal with these crazy critters.

Shadow Puppet Theater
2017-05-11 11:00
Shadow Puppet Theatre presents, Five Little Monkeys Jumping on the Bed, written by Eileen Christelow
An introduction to storytelling elements which allows our readers and audience to interact directly with each other,
children of all ages are enchanted with the animated shadows created by manipulating cut-outs behind a sheet and in front of a bare bulb lamp representing characters in the story being read out loud.
No reservation needed. Free with paid admission.

Storybook Theater
2017-05-12 11:00
Storybook Theatre presents, Mama, Do You Love Me? written by Barbara M. Joosse
Introduce your child to the wonder of reading and instill a love of books at an early age.
Storybook Theatre combines your favorite childhood books with songs, rhymes and finger plays
which are meant to promote early literacy and enhance language development.
No reservation needed. Free with paid admission.

I Love You Berry Much!
2017-05-13 10:00 - 14:00 | The Woodlands Children’s Museum
I Love You Berry Much!
Mother’s Day Celebration Sat. May 13th 10am-2pm
Mother and child enjoy a delicious Berry Lemonade and a cookie while creating a keepsake piece of art. Photo opportunity available.
Cost is $5 each in addition to the cost of admission, which is $6 for adults and children one and older.

Mother's Day Silhouettes
2017-05-13 10:00 - 17:00 | The Woodlands Children’s Museum
Mother’s Day Silhouettes
Sat. 13th 10am-5pm
Silhouette Artist Patti Rishforth will be with us for two days offering her one of a kind art of cutting your child’s profile from a special piece of paper. Patti is exclusively here for these two days in The Woodlands creating these timeless keepsakes. Appointments & prepayment will be taken at front desk of Museum starting Monday, April 3rd, 2017
The process only takes 2 to 3 minutes, so your child will not be sitting long. No need for the child to be dressed fancy as it is from the shoulders up, and if wanted, hair bows can be added.

20% of every item sold is being donated back to museum.
Silhouettes – $35.00
Additional Copies – $12
Back of Frames – $4
Ornaments – $24
Necklace Pendants – $40

Boogie Bash
2017-05-16 11:00
Boogie Bash – Hoola Hoop Games
Available for young toddlers and children up to 5 years old, Boogie Bash provides children with a preliminary introduction to the space around them, encourages cooperation, promotes social interaction, develops a sense of rhythm, strengthens listening skills and enhances language development.
No reservation needed. Free with paid admission.

S.O.S.
2017-05-17 11:30
S.O.S. Science on Stage – Gravity
Calling all future scientists! Prepare to be amazed and intrigued as we explore fun science experiments up close live on stage. These short demonstrations are free with admission and will entertain even the youngest of Einsteins.
No reservation needed. Free with paid admission

Lego Time®
2017-05-18 10:00 - 13:00
LEGO® Time-DUPLO® Dough Prints
Lego® Time introduces the concept of problem solving with the use of LEGOS®. Your little artist will use LEGOS® to make prints and shapes in dough. What a fun way to experience hands on learning. This weekday LEGO® Time activity is great for ages 2-5.
No reservation needed. Free with paid admission.

Shadow Puppet Theater
2017-05-18 11:00
Shadow Puppet Theatre presents, The Wide-Mouthed Frog, written by Keith Faulkner
An introduction to storytelling elements which allows our readers and audience to interact directly with each other,
children of all ages are enchanted with the animated shadows created by manipulating cut-outs behind a sheet and in front of a bare bulb lamp representing characters in the story being read out loud.
No reservation needed. Free with paid admission.

Storybook Theater
2017-05-19 11:00
Storybook Theatre presents, The Duck on a Bike, written by David Shannon
Introduce your child to the wonder of reading and instill a love of books at an early age.
Storybook Theatre combines your favorite childhood books with songs, rhymes and finger plays
which are meant to promote early literacy and enhance language development.
No reservation needed. Free with paid admission.

Science Madness
2017-05-20 11:00 - 14:00 | The Woodlands Children’s Museum
Get hands on with these short science activities, which are suitable for all ages. Even the youngest scientists
will enjoy exploring their world through these interactive explorations.

Museum Open
2017-05-22 | The Woodlands Children’s Museum
The museum is now open on Monday through Labor Day.

Mini masterminds
2017-05-23 10:00 - 12:00
Mini masterminds – Light Table Magnets
Inquisitive little minds get a head start on developing problem solving
and mathematical skills with these short activities suitable for ages 2 and up. Matching, sorting, counting up and down,
fine motor skills, and shape recognition and other topics will be explored. No reservation needed.
Free with paid admission.

Boogie Bash
2017-05-23 11:00
Boogie Bash – Winging It: Butterflies & Birds
Available for young toddlers and children up to 5 years old, Boogie Bash provides children with a preliminary introduction to the space around them, encourages cooperation, promotes social interaction, develops a sense of rhythm, strengthens listening skills and enhances language development.
No reservation needed. Free with paid admission.

Lego® Read and Build
2017-05-24 11:30
Lego® Read and Build – Grow Caterpillar Grow
The combination of construction play and reading has been shown to increase a child’s physical, cognitive and emotional development while encouraging them to use their creativity, imagination and dexterity. Join us during our short story time, building compatible activities with Lego® Duplo® blocks and accessories. Best for ages 3-6.
No reservation needed. Free with paid admission.

Shadow Puppet Theater
2017-05-25 11:00
Shadow Puppet Theatre presents, Herd of Cows! Flock of Sheep! written by Rick Walton
An introduction to storytelling elements which allows our readers and audience to interact directly with each other,
children of all ages are enchanted with the animated shadows created by manipulating cut-outs behind a sheet and in front of a bare bulb lamp representing characters in the story being read out loud.
No reservation needed. Free with paid admission.

Storybook Theater
2017-05-26 11:00
Storybook Theatre presents, Bread and Honey, written by Frank Asch
Introduce your child to the wonder of reading and instill a love of books at an early age.
Storybook Theatre combines your favorite childhood books with songs, rhymes and finger plays
which are meant to promote early literacy and enhance language development.
No reservation needed. Free with paid admission.
