The Woodlands Children's Museum

Shadow Puppet Theatre
2017-04-06 11:00 (America/Chicago)
Shadow Puppet Theatre presents, The Runaway Bunny, written by Margaret Wise Brown
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 Theatre
2017-04-07 11:00
Storybook Theatre presents, The Three Billy Goats Gruff, written by Paul Galdone
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.

CLOSED
2017-04-10 08:00 - 17:00, 2017-04-17 08:00 - 17:00, 2017-04-24 08:00 - 17:00

Science Madness
2017-04-11 10:00 - 12:00
Science Madness – Building Strong Structures
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.
No reservation needed. Free with paid admission.

Boogie Bash
2017-04-11 11:00
Boogie Bash – Spring Animal Actions
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
2017-04-12 10:00 - 12:00
Nifty Nature – Fish & Marine Mammals
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
2017-04-12 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.

LEGO® Time
2017-04-13 10:00 - 13:00
LEGO® Time-DUPLO® Robot introduces the concept of gears and axles to our little engineers. 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 Theatre
2017-04-13 11:00
Shadow Puppet Theatre presents, Happy Easter, Mousel, written by Laura Numeroff
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.

EggTivities
2017-04-14 10:00 - 14:00, 2017-04-15 10:00 - 14:00 | The Woodlands Children’s Museum
Eggtivities April 14th &15th 10am-2pm
Children will delight in creating a bunny mask, egg dyeing and embellishing egg carton baskets or a bunny box to carry eggs. Bring your camera to take photos with the Easter Bunny. Event is included in the price of admission which is $6 for adults and children 1 year and older.
800 Hard Boiled eggs are generously being donated by Brooklyn Cafe. Bunny costume sponsored by Robichau’s Jewelry in Panther Creek Shopping Center.

Storybook Theatre
2017-04-14 11:00
Storybook Theatre presents, the Golden Egg Book, written by Margaret Wise Brown
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.

EASTER
2017-04-16 00:00
We will be closed in observance of Easter.

Mini masterminds
2017-04-18 10:00 - 12:00
Mini masterminds – Follow the leader
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
2017-04-18 11:00
Boogie Bash- Parachute play
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.

Nanotech Day
2017-04-19 10:00 - 14:00
The Woodlands Children’s Museum will put science in the spotlight during its NanoDays 2017.
The event is slated for 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Wednesday, April 19th.
The museum is partnering with the Nanoscale Informal Science Education Network (NISE Net), a national community of researchers and science educators dedicated to fostering public awareness, engagement and understanding of nanoscale science, engineering and technology. Hands on Science experiments will take place throughout the day.
“Our one -day event includes learning experiences to explore the minuscule world of atoms, molecules and nanoscale forces” the museum’s executive director Angela Colton said. “NanoDays, however, is a nationwide festival of educational programs about nanoscale science and engineering and its potential impact on the future.” Around the U.S., scientist are joining with museums and other informal educational organizations to create learning experiences.
At the Woodland’s Children’s Museum the planned activities are designed for adults and children to explore certain products and materials and their properties to better understand science at the nanoscale.

Shadow Puppet Theatre
2017-04-20 11:00
Shadow Puppet Theatre presents, Earth Day, Birthday! written by Maureen Wright
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 Theatre
2017-04-21 11:00
Storybook Theatre presents, The Earth Book, written by Todd Parr
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
2017-04-22 11:00 - 14:00
Science Madness – Planting Seeds for Earth Day
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.
No reservation needed. Free with paid admission.

Boogie Bash
2017-04-25 11:00
Boogie Bash – Buggy Boogie
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.

Prelude Sing-A-Long Family Concert
2017-04-26 10:45 | The Woodlands Children’s Museum
Prelude Sing-A-Long Family Concert
Wednesday, April 26th 10:45am
Come join in a Prelude Family interactive musical experience with a sing-a-long concert.
A perfect partnership for the museum, Prelude believes that music helps build community, heals souls and helps children and parents bond. Free with admission.
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.

Lego® Read & Build
2017-04-26 11:30
Lego® Read & Build – Busy Farm
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 Theatre
2017-04-27 11:00
Shadow Puppet Theatre presents, Little Quack, written by Lauren Thompson
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.

LEGO® Time
2017-04-28 10:00 - 13:00
LEGO® Time-Addition introduces the concept of adding with the use of LEGOS®. Your little mathematician will use visual cards to practice matching, counting up, and adding. 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.

Dia De Los Ninos
2017-04-28 10:00 - 17:00 | The Woodlands Children’s Museum
Children’s Day/Book Day-Also known as El Dia de Los Ninos/El Dia de Los Libros emphasizes the importance of advocating literacy for every child regardless of linguistic and cultural background.
Dia del Nino began as an annual celebration to recognize children and pay homage to their importance in society. Pat Mora thought that promoting literacy went hand in hand with this celebration. The day has been honoring children and advocating literacy since 1997.

Storybook Theatre
2017-04-28 11:00
Storybook Theatre presents, The Prince’s Breakfast, written by Joanne Oppenheim.
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.

Throwdown Texas Burger & Music Fest
2017-04-29 11:00 - 19:00
Throwdown Texas Burger & Music Fest
APRIL 29th 11am–7pm Town Green Park
Dozens of local restaurants, eateries, and burger joints will set up shop at Town Green Park and fill the air with the scintillating scents of burgers on the grill. Live music supplied on stage by local bands that will keep the energy high and the appetite large, while you browse and shop over a variety of 30 vendors.
Live music supplied on stage by local bands that will keep the energy high and the appetite large, while you browse and shop over a variety of 30 vendors. More info here.

Closed
2017-05-01 | The Woodlands Children’s Museum
