Join us on a theatrical, lyrical, artistic and whimsical journey through classic children’s books, art activities, cooking demonstrations, and more. Click the link in each section to visit our YouTube channel and play along with us!

Check back weekly for new books to read, songs to sing, and activities to create!

Down by the Dock | Earth Day | Recycling for Kids

Earth Day | April 22

Today is Earth Day! We all have a responsibility to do our part to protect the Earth. Our Theatre Troupe is here to help your children learn about plastic and the importance of recycling it to keep our air and ocean clean!

Benny Doesn't Like to be Hugged | Zetta Elliott | Bi-lingual Story Time for Kids

Autism Awareness Month

“True friends accept each other just the way they are.” Join Diana and Stephon from our Theatre Troupe for a bi-lingual reading of “Benny Doesn’t Like to Be Hugged” by Zetta Elliott, about a little girl who uses rhyming verses to describe the unique traits of her autistic friend.

Our Autism Awareness Month partners are All Kids Included, Autism Speaks, The Children’s Trust, Culture Builds Florida, and Miami-Dade County.

Sensory Programming at Miami Children’s Museum is made possible in part through support provided by The Ethel and Harry Reckson Foundation/Michael Spritzer & Marjorie Baron.

Noah Chases the Wind | Michelle Worthington | Story Time for Kids

Autism Awareness Month

Noah is different. He sees, hears, feels, and thinks in ways that other people don’t always understand, and he asks a lot of questions along the way. Join our Theatre Troupe for today’s Mini Monday story time as we continue our celebration of Autism Awareness Month. Special thanks to two very special guests from The Gordon School for joining us!

Our Autism Awareness Month partners are All Kids Included, Autism Speaks, The Children’s Trust, Culture Builds Florida, and Miami-Dade County.

Sensory Programming at Miami Children’s Museum is made possible in part through support provided by The Ethel and Harry Reckson Foundation/Michael Spritzer & Marjorie Baron.

This story time is part of our Mini Mondays programming, sponsored by Florida Dairy Farmers.

All My Stripes | Story Time for Kids

Autism Awareness Month

In celebration of Autism Awareness Month, our Theater troupe is pleased to present the book, “All My Stripes: A Story for Children with Autism”, by Danielle Royer and Shaina Rudolph. Join Robert, Stephon and our special guest Alberto, for this story time about a young Zebra who has an autism stripe.

Our Autism Awareness Month partners are All Kids Included, Autism Speaks, The Children’s Trust, Culture Builds Florida, and Miami-Dade County.

Sensory Programming at Miami Children’s Museum is made possible in part through support provided by The Ethel and Harry Reckson Foundation/Michael Spritzer & Marjorie Baron.

Here Comes The Sun | Songs for Kids

Week of the Young Child | April 12 – 16 | Music Monday

Today’s Mini Monday is also Music Monday, and our kick off of NAEYC’s “Week of the Young Child”! This month’s programming has also been created for Autism Awareness Month. Did you know that music therapy has numerous benefits – for everyone? Music stimulates BOTH hemispheres of the brain and can help improve cognitive activities, social interaction, communication and self awareness. In addition to being fun, it can also relieve stress and anxiety. Join Krystal and other members of our Theatre Troupe to sing “Here Comes the Sun”.

This story time is part of our Mini Mondays programming, sponsored by Florida Dairy Farmers.

Strega Nona | Story Time for Kids

Sensory Friendly Saturday | Saturday, April 10

Join our award winning Theatre Troupe for their take on the classic award winning, Strega Nona. Strega Nona—“Grandma Witch”—is the source for potions, cures, magic, and comfort in her Calabrian town. Her magical ever-full pasta pot is especially intriguing to hungry Big Anthony. Big Anthony is supposed to look after her house and tend her garden, but one day, when she goes over the mountain to visit Strega Amelia, he recites the magic verse over the pasta pot, with disastrous results.

Fidget Song | Songs for Kids

Autism Awareness Month

Fidgets can help children calm down, focus and relieve nervous energy. If your children benefit from any type of fidget device, you can help them understand how and why they work with this fun song created by our Theatre Troupe!

Our Autism Awareness Month partners are All Kids Included, Autism Speaks, The Children’s Trust, Culture Builds Florida, and Miami-Dade County.

Sensory Programming at Miami Children’s Museum is made possible in part through support provided by The Ethel and Harry Reckson Foundation/Michael Spritzer & Marjorie Baron.

Autism Is...? | Story Time for Kids

Autism Awareness Month

“Logan overhears his grandma tell her friend he has autism, and he asks her, “Autism is…?” Join us with our special guest and friend, Ana, for today’s Mini Monday Story Time in honor of Autism Awareness Month! We’re reading “Autism Is…?” by Ymkje Wideman-van Der Laan, about a little boy and his grandma. Read along with us as she explains what autism is to him in this beautiful story.

Our Autism Awareness Month partners are All Kids Included, Autism Speaks, The Children’s Trust, Culture Builds Florida, and Miami-Dade County.

Sensory Programming at Miami Children’s Museum is made possible in part through support provided by The Ethel and Harry Reckson Foundation/Michael Spritzer & Marjorie Baron.

This story time is part of our Mini Mondays programming, sponsored by Florida Dairy Farmers.

Giraffes Can't Dance | Giles Andreae | Sensory Friendly | Story Time for Kids

Autism Awareness Month

“We can all dance when we find music that we love.” Join Diana as we kick off our celebration of Autism Awareness Month with a special story time of “Giraffes Can’t Dance”, by Giles Andreae. Help Diana listen to different types of music and then decide how YOU would dance depending on the beat. Read along and see how Gerald gathers up his courage and realizes anyone can dance – in any way they want – when they find music they love!

Our Autism Awareness Month partners are All Kids Included, Autism Speaks, The Children’s Trust, Culture Builds Florida, and Miami-Dade County.

Sensory Programming at Miami Children’s Museum is made possible in part through support provided by The Ethel and Harry Reckson Foundation/Michael Spritzer & Marjorie Baron.

Peter Rabbit | Stories for Kids

Easter Sunday Spring Fling

Join our Theatre Troupe for a special performance of Peter Rabbit! Celebrate spring with us in this original rendition of the beloved book by Beatrix Potter, that follows mischievous Peter Rabbit as he gets into, and is chased around, the garden of Mr. McGregor!

This event is sponsored by Florida Dairy Farmers.

Superheroes are Everywhere | Kamala Harris

Women’s History Month

Who is a superhero in your life? As we wrap up our celebration of Women’s History Month, we are inspired by Kamala Harris and her book, “Superheroes are Everywhere”. Join us as we learn that everyday people can make a difference in someone’s life and be a hero to them!

Dream Big Little One | Story Time for Kids

Women’s History Month

Join us for our last Mini Monday of Women’s History Month! Today we will read about women who made extraordinary contributions to the world, who are role models for generations to come!

This story time is part of our Mini Mondays programming, sponsored by Florida Dairy Farmers.

Julia Tuttle Rap | History of Miami

Women’s History Month

Did you know Miami is the first major city in the U.S. founded by a woman? Did you also know that our Theatre Troupe can rap? Today’s “woman’s first” is a very special performance in honor of Julia Tuttle. Join us as we commemorate “The Mother of Miami” and learn the history of how our beloved city was founded… with a rap!

Learn to Conga | Dance Lessons for Kids

Women’s History Month

We’re continuing our celebration of “women’s firsts” as part of Women’s History Month! Did you know, Gloria Estefan was the first Cuban American singer-songwriter to receive a Kennedy Center Honor? She was also one of the co-founders of Miami Sound Machine and wrote the auto-biographical musical “On Your Feet” showcasing her life as an artist!

In honor of one of our favorite local icons, join Diana and get “on your feet” to learn some dance moves! Careful… “The Rhythm is Gonna Get You!”

Camila's Lemonade Stand | Lizzie Duncan | Bi-lingual Story Time for Kids

Women’s History Month

Today Diana and Bree-Anna from our Theatre Troupe have a very special guest joining them for a bi-lingual Mini Monday Story Time ! Our friend, Hipatia Lopez, is an inventor and creator who came up with a pastry press utensil called an Epanada Fork! She used her creativity in the kitchen to develop a new tool that helps make making empanadas easier… so you can make more in a shorter amount of time! Today she’s joining us to read a story about another entrepreneur who shows us what can be accomplished when you believe in yourself and your dreams!

Thank you Hapatia for reading “Camila’s Lemonade Stand” by Lizzie Duncan with us!

This story time is part of our Mini Mondays programming, sponsored by Florida Dairy Farmers.

Maya Angelou | Life Doesn't Frighten Me | World Day of Poetry

Women’s History Month

Today we’re celebrating World Poetry Day and Women’s History Month! Join the powerful women of MiChiMu as we read “Life Doesn’t Frighten Me”, by Maya Angelou. Maya Angelou was an American poet, memoirist, civil rights activist and the first female inaugural poet. Her work continues to inspire us and reminds even the youngest readers to be brave!

Meet Mayor Daniella Levine Cava

Women’s History Month

For today’s celebration of Women’s History Month, we have to look no further than our very own backyard. Last November, Daniella Levine Cava was elected the first female Mayor of Miami-Dade County 👏 A social worker, lawyer and community activist, she’s paving the way for girls everywhere and showing us that anything can be accomplished with hard work, determination and courage. 💪

Join our young friends as Mayor Levine Cava answers some of their very important questions. Thank you for taking the time to speak with, and inspire us Madame Mayor!

A is for Awesome | Story Time for Kids

Women’s History Month

Join us for a very special Mini Monday Story Time as we read through the alphabet and celebrate influential women in history! This story time is sure to inspire young girls and boys at home.

This story time is part of our Mini Mondays programming, sponsored by Florida Dairy Farmers.

Bessie Coleman | Sensory Play

Sensory Friendly Saturday | Saturday, March 13

Join us for sensory play inspired by Bessie Coleman in honor of Women’s History Month! Bessie Coleman soared across the sky as the first African American and first Native American woman pilot. In honor of her high-flying tricks, we’re going to show you how you can simulate the feeling of flight for your little pilots at home! Follow along as we show you how to create some sensory friendly activities with blanket & rocking play!

Make New Friends Song | National Girl Scout Day

Women’s History Month

March 12th is National Girl Scout Day where we celebrate the anniversary of the very first troop gathering, which sparked the Girl Scout Movement. Join Krystal, from our Theatre Troupe, to learn about Girl Scout founder, Juliette “Daisy” Gordon Low, who believed in the potential of all girls and the importance of fostering their individual growth, character, and self-sufficiency. Join us and some very special guests as we sing “Make New Friends”.

Girls Wearing What They Want

Women’s History Month

Did you know there was a time when women could only wear a certain style of clothing? Join members of our Theatre Troupe as we celebrate women who broke the mold and stood up for what they believed in, and wanted to wear!

Equality's Call | Deborah Diesen | Story Time for Kids

Women’s History Month

Join us as we celebrate Women’s History Month! Teach your children about the activists who came before us to guarantee a women’s right to vote, and what still needs to be done as we move forward; together! “A right isn’t right till it’s granted to all…”

This story time is part of our Mini Mondays programming, sponsored by Florida Dairy Farmers.

Fox in Socks | Dr. Seuss | Story Time for Kids

Dr. Seuss Celebration

We’re wrapping up our celebration of Dr. Seuss’s birthday with one of his most iconic books, “Fox in Socks”. Join us as we read this hilarious story with some of our favorite tongue-twisters around!

Our Dr. Seuss Celebration is sponsored by The Children’s Trust, Florida Dairy Farmers, and PNC Bank.

El Gato Ensombrerado | Dr. Seuss | Spanish Story Time for Kids

Dr. Seuss Celebration

Diana and Krystal are here to read El Gato Ensombrerado (The Cat in the Hat) to us in Spanish! Join us as we read along in celebration of Dr. Seuss’s birthday week with this special story time.

Our Dr. Seuss Celebration is sponsored by The Children’s Trust, Florida Dairy Farmers, and PNC Bank.

Green Eggs and Ham | Dr. Seuss | Story Time for Kids

Dr. Seuss Celebration

Join our award-winning Theatre Troupe for our rendition of “Green Eggs and Ham” as we continue our celebration of Dr. Seuss’s birthday!

Our Dr. Seuss Celebration is sponsored by The Children’s Trust, Florida Dairy Farmers, and PNC Bank.

The Sneetches | Dr. Seuss | Story Time for Kids

Dr. Seuss Celebration

Join Peter from our Theatre Troupe to read “The Sneetches” by Dr. Seuss!

Our Dr. Seuss Celebration is sponsored by The Children’s Trust, Florida Dairy Farmers, PNC Bank, and Molina Healthcare.

Happy Birthday to You | Dr. Seuss | Read Across America Day

Dr. Seuss Celebration

Happy birthday Dr. Seuss! Your birthday may look a little different this year, but we’re lucky to have some very special friends help us celebrate virtually! Join guests Jim Haj, Andrea Minski, Monse Medina, Dr. Gerardo Beauchamp, Dr. Alex Osorio, Adriana Martin, Miki Von, and Mayor Francis X. Suarez as we read “Happy Birthday to You”!

Our Dr. Seuss Celebration is sponsored by The Children’s Trust, Florida Dairy Farmers, PNC Bank, and Molina Healthcare.

Oh The Places You'll Go | Dr. Seuss | Read Across America

Dr. Seuss Celebration

“You have brains in your head, you have feet in your shoes, you can steer yourself in any direction you choose!” We’re kicking off our celebration of Dr. Seuss’s birthday with a special story time of “Oh, The Places You’ll Go” read by our staff! We will be sharing special story times with you all week long.

Our Dr. Seuss Celebration is sponsored by The Children’s Trust, Florida Dairy Farmers, PNC Bank, and Molina Healthcare.

Lift Every Voice & Sing | Songs for Kids

Black History Month

We’re culminating our celebration of Black History Month with a special song featuring children from the Museum’s off-site after care program! Join us as we celebrate with a song about strength, courage and community in “Lift Every Voice and Sing”

Black History Month is sponsored by PNC Bank. 

Black Is A Rainbow Color | Angela Joy | Story Time for Kids

Black History Month

Join us for a Mini Monday story time (and sing along) to “Black Is A Rainbow Color” by Angela Joy, where we celebrate that black is everywhere… especially in the rainbow. “A child reflects on the meaning of being Black in this moving and powerful anthem about a people, a culture, a history, and a legacy that lives on.” Written by Angela Joy and illustrated by Ekua Holmes.

Black History Month is sponsored by PNC Bank. 

Little Melba and Her Big Trombone | Melba Liston | Story Time for Kids

Black History Month

As part of our celebration of Black History Month, sponsored by PNC Bank, we are featuring a book about a ground breaking black female Jazz trombone player, Melba Liston. She travelled the world playing with Dizzy Gillespie, Duke Ellington, and Quincy Jones. This delightful book is written by the Director of the Center for Race and Race Relations at the University of Florida, Katherine Russel Brown, with illustrations by Frank Morrison, and the musical selections were curated by Frost School of Music Program Director/Jazz Instrumental Professor, Dante Luciani.

Black History Month is sponsored by PNC Bank. 

Herman LeVern Thompson-Jones | TheatreSouth | National Black Theatre Festival

Black History Month

Today we’re celebrating the transformative work of actor, director, and producer, Mr. Herman LeVern Thompson-Jones, MFA! Renowned for his talent, he has traveled extensively where he has worked with and met icons such as Maya Angelou, Sidney Portier and Oprah. He is credited with being an integral part of shaping Black Theatre here in the US. Bree-Anna from our Theatre Troupe had the honour of interviewing Mr. Jones to learn how he got his start and started his own theatre company!

For more information, please contact Herman LeVern Jones’ TheatreSouth, Inc. at info@theatresouth.net, www.theatresouth.net, www.hermanlevernjones.net, or 786-580-7389.

Black History Month is sponsored by PNC Bank. 

Chicken Souse | Cooking for Kids | People's Bar-B-Que Miami

Black History Month

Today we’re joined by special guests and friends, Derek & Dina Lewis from Miami’s very own People’s Bar-B-Que! Derek & Dina’s family’s Overtown restaurant has been serving barbecue and soul food specialities for over four decades! Today, they are going to show us how to make the traditional Bahamian dish, Chicken Souse. We hope you enjoy this special recipe that’s been passed down for generations!

Black History Month is sponsored by PNC Bank. 

I Am Enough | Grace Byers | Story Time for Kids | Black History Month

Black History Month

We are all here for a purpose. We are more than enough. We just need to believe it. Join Stephon and students from Miami Children’s Museum’s Charter School to read Grace Byers award winning book, “I Am Enough”. This beautiful book serves as a powerful reminder that we need to love who we are, respect each other, and be kind to one another. “I Am Enough” is written by Grace Byers and illustrated by Keturah A. Bobo.

Black History Month is sponsored by PNC Bank. Programming for Mini Mondays is created for children under 5 and is sponsored by Florida Dairy Farmers.

Hidden Figures | Margot Lee Shetterly | Story Time for Kids

Black History Month

Dorothy Vaughan, Mary Jackson, Katherine Johnson, and Christine Darden were good at math… really good. We’re kicking off Engineers Week by celebrating the story of four female African American mathematicians at NASA who helped make it possible to send men into space, with a special story time reading from one of our friends over at NASA!

Black History Month is sponsored by PNC Bank. 

Skinnamarink | Sensory Friendly | Songs for Kids

Sensory Friendly Saturday

“Skinnamarink a doo, I love you!” Join our Theatre Troupe as we sing & dance to one of our favorite songs in honor of Valentine’s Day! Tell your family and friends how much you love them with this sensory friendly activity.

If You're Going to a March | Martha Freeman | Story Time for Kids

Black History Month

Join us as we celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. and our right to march. This beautiful book by Martha Freeman serves as a great conversation starter & reference for children who have questions about what a march is!

Black History Month is sponsored by PNC Bank. Programming for Mini Mondays is created for children under 5 and is sponsored by Florida Dairy Farmers.

Sulwe | Lupita Nyong'o | Story Time for Kids

Black History Month

Sulwe just wants to be beautiful and bright, like her mother and sister. Then a magical journey in the night sky opens her eyes and changes everything. Join us as we read along to one of our favorite picture books about self-esteem that reminds us that beauty comes from within.

Black History Month is sponsored by PNC Bank. Programming for Mini Mondays is created for children under 5 and is sponsored by Florida Dairy Farmers.

Princess Hair | Sharee Miller | Stories for Kids

Black History Month

This story is dedicated to one of Miami’s own unsung heroes; Sybil Johnson. A civil rights leader, she was a salon owner in Opa-Locka and the first black woman appointed to the Miami-Dade County Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity Commission! Read along with us to “Princess Hair” by Sharee Miller, as we celebrate different hair shapes, textures, and styles in this self-affirming picture book!

Black History Month is sponsored by PNC Bank.

It Might Be Different | Songs for Kids

Black History Month

In celebration of Black History Month, our Theatre Troupe composed an original song in honor of African American inventors that have completely changed the way we live our lives today! Please join us and sing along to, “It Might Be Different”.

Black History Month is sponsored by PNC Bank.

Darius Daughtry Poetry | Art Prevails Project

Black History Month

Join our friend, Darius Daughtry, founder of the Art Prevails Project for a special poetry reading. Mr. Daughtry, a poet, playwright, artist, and educator founded the Art Prevails Project on the foundation that everyone needs – and benefits – from having art in their lives. In 2015, Darius founded Art Prevails Project with a goal of creating a platform that would make art accessible for EVERYONE. To learn more about the Art Prevails Project, visit www.artprevailsproject.org.

Black History Month is sponsored by PNC Bank.

Grandfather of Vogue | Willi Ninja

Black History Month

LETS VOGUE! Join Diana and the rest of the MCM Players as we continue to explore the unsung heroes that have shaped the world we live in today! Learn all about Willi Ninja an LGBTQ activist, dancer, choreographer AND the “GRANDFATHER OF VOGUE”. Put on your dancing shoes and favorite outfit and learn the art of “Voguing”.

Black History Month is sponsored by PNC Bank.

Dear Little Black Girl | Christina Hammond | Affirmations for Kids

Black History Month

Dear Little Black Girl, the world is yours to conquer! In this book of positive affirmations, author Christina Hammond shares lessons of empowerment and possibility for young people of color. Our Theatre Troupe is joined by Karen Stephens, an award-winning actress whose career includes television and theatre throughout the region.

Black History Month is sponsored by PNC Bank.

I Am Perfectly Designed | Story Time for Kids

Black History Month

Join us for this special story time reading of “I Am Perfectly Designed” by Karamo Brown & Jason “Rachel” Brown and illustrated by Anoosha Syed. This beautiful book about inclusion encourages children to celebrate who they are – exactly as they are – and shows how families are perfectly designed for each other.

Black History Month is sponsored by PNC Bank. Programming for Mini Mondays is created for children under 5 and is sponsored by Florida Dairy Farmers.

The Very Hungry Caterpillar Restaurant | Story Time for Kids | Healthy Eating

Healthy Kids Month

What you eat is very important in staying healthy. Did you know we should eat at least 5 helpings of fruits and vegetables EVERY day? You can do this by trying to “eat the rainbow”. This means you should try to eat something green, something blue, something yellow, something orange, and something red, EVERY day!

Our Theatre Troupe is going to take your children on a visit to our very special Very Hungry Caterpillar restaurant, where our friend Robert will do just that! Bon Appétit!

Healthy Kids Month is sponsored by Florida Dairy Farmers.

Max | Rachel Isadora | Story Time for Kids

Healthy Kids Month

We can find many ways to be active! The book “Max” by Rachel Isadora reminds us that we don’t just need to stick to one thing to be active. In fact, blending different types of movements is a fun way to keep activities feeling new and exciting.

Join Diana and other friends from our Theatre Troupe as we read and stretch along Max’s journey through persistence together!

Healthy Kids Month is sponsored by Florida Dairy Farmers.

Slow Movement Dance for Kids | Dance Therapy

Healthy Kids Month

Join Diana from our Theatre Troupe with an easy swayed slow movement dance to get your body moving! As part of our Healthy Kids Month programming, we are learning ways stay healthy both mentally and physically, and this dance is the perfect mix of both. Grab your favorite scarf, fabric or blanket and sway to your own beat. Using the art of movement to music to stay active, this kind of dance helps reduce stress, focus, and clear your mind while still having fun!

Healthy Kids Month is sponsored by Florida Dairy Farmers.

Laughter Yoga | Yoga for Kids

Healthy Kids Month

Although our Theatre Troupe uses Laughter Yoga primarily as an audience warm-up, its practitioners maintain that the true therapeutic benefits accrue only with sustained laughter of five minutes or more. In order to keep laughing there are several different techniques which keep the laughter going. These techniques can be done alone or with friends, the benefits are the same! In this activity, Peter will demonstrate some of the laugh exercises we find useful.

Healthy Kids Month is sponsored by Florida Dairy Farmers.

In My Heart: A Book of Feelings | Jo Witek | Story Time for Kids

Healthy Kids Month

Join Stephon from our Theatre Troupe as we explore our emotional health and how our heart expresses feelings. Gather around and get ready to share your feelings as we read, “In My Heart: A Book of Feelings” by Jo Witek.

Healthy Kids Month is sponsored by Florida Dairy Farmers.

You Are A Lion | Taeeun Yoo | Story Time & Yoga for Kids

Healthy Kids Month

Join Diana from our Theatre Troupe to read “You Are A Lion” by Taeeun Yoo. Follow along and explore different yoga poses inspired by some of our favorite animals. Learn to roar like a lion, hiss like a snake, flutter like a butterfly and more! Yoga benefits your mind and body, and this activity is a great way to show your children some basic and fun aspects of it!

Healthy Kids Month and Mini Monday are sponsored by Florida Dairy Farmers.

The Pigeon Needs A Bath | Mo Willems | Story Time for Kids

Healthy Kids Month

This pigeon needs a bath, but there’s only one problem… he doesn’t want one! See what happens when one of our favorite Mo Willems characters finally agrees to take a bath!

Healthy Kids Month and Mini Monday are sponsored by Florida Dairy Farmers.

The Not So Quiet Library | Zachariah OHora | Story Time for Kids

Healthy Kids Month

In “The Not So Quiet Library” by Zachariah OHora, Oscar and Theadore discover something quite unexpected in the library. A MONSTER!!! And the monster is hungry! What can they do? They try various techniques to save themselves, but the secret may be the fact that you’re not yourself when you’re hungry.

Healthy Kids Month is sponsored by Florida Dairy Farmers.

Just Try | Motivation for Kids | Healthy Kids Month

Healthy Kids Month

Persistence is the ability to stick with something again and again no matter what the outcome is! Teaching our children to stay calm when they try – even when it doesn’t go their way – can be difficult! Our Theatre Troupe is here with an original song “Just Try” that you can use to help remind your children not to get frustrated and to keep on trying!

Healthy Kids Month is sponsored by Florida Dairy Farmers.

Brush Your Teeth Song | Songs for Kids | Healthy Kids Month

Healthy Kids Month

We all know it’s important to brush your teeth, but sometimes it can be hard to get our little ones excited about it. Krystal and Bree from our Theatre Troupe are here with a fun song you can sing along to at home that can help in the morning and at night!

Healthy Kids Month and Mini Monday are sponsored by Florida Dairy Farmers.

Yummy vs Yucky | Texture Aversion Activity | Sensory Friendly Saturday

Sensory Friendly Saturday

Many children have texture aversions to different foods. In this activity, Ashely is taking us into the kitchen to show you creative ways to change the texture of some of your favorite healthy foods to help young children with aversions!

This activity is part of our Sensory Friendly Saturday programming.

Sensory Walk Song | Songs for Kids | Sensory Friendly Saturday

Sensory Friendly Saturday

Today we are taking a sensory walk! Using your 5 senses to explore the world around you is a great way to promote sensory development and fitness! Join us as we sing along to this original song created by our Theatre Troupe.

This activity is part of our Sensory Friendly Saturday programming.

Meditation for Kids

Healthy Kids Month

These days it’s easy to feel overwhelmed or stressed… no matter how old you are! Diana from our Theatre Troupe is here to teach your children some easy meditation techniques incorporating their breath, senses, and feelings to help them when they are anxious. (These are great tips to keep in your parenting toolbox!) 

Healthy Kids Month is sponsored by Florida Dairy Farmers.

My First Chanukah | Tomie dePaola | Story Time for Kids

Home for the Holidays

This Mini Monday story time is in celebration of Chanukah! Join Stephon, from our Theatre Troupe, as we read along to “My First Chanukah” by Tomie dePaola. Learn about its traditions, including the lighting of candles on the menorah, the eating of latkes, and the spinning of the dreidel.

Our Home for the Holidays celebration is sponsored by Capital One. Programming for Mini Mondays is created for children under 5 and is sponsored by Florida Dairy Farmers.

St. Lucia Day | Holidays Around the World | Sing Along

Home for the Holidays

St. Lucia’s Day (the Feast of Saint Lucy) lands on December 13, and is a festival of lights celebrated in Sweden, Norway, and the Swedish-speaking areas of Finland as well as Italy, Hungary and Croatia. Join us as we learn more about this celebration and sing the traditional St. Lucia song!

Our Home for the Holidays celebration is sponsored by Capital One.

Los Peces en el Río | Christmas Songs for Kids | Bilingual | Sing Along

Home for the Holidays

Join Krystal and Diana from our Theatre Troupe for this bilingual sing along to “Los Peces en el Río“.

Our Home for the Holidays celebration is sponsored by Capital One.

Winter Wonderland | Christmas Songs for Kids | Sing Along

Home for the Holidays

Our Theatre Troupe is helping you get in the holiday spirit! Join us to sing along to the classic Christmas song, “Winter Wonderland”.

Our Home for the Holidays celebration is sponsored by Capital One.

Feliz Navidad | Christmas Songs for Kids | Bilingual | Sing Along

Home for the Holidays

Join our award-winning Theatre Troupe and sing along to “Feliz Navidad”!

Our Home for the Holidays celebration is sponsored by Capital One.

Little Saint Nick | Christmas Songs for Kids | Sing Along

Home for the Holidays

Miami Children’s Museum wishes you Happy Holidays! Sing along with us to “Little Saint Nick” to get in the holiday spirit.

Our Home for the Holidays celebration is sponsored by Capital One.

A La Nanita Nana | Christmas Songs for Kids | Bilingual | Sing Along

Home for the Holidays

Diana, from our Theatre Troupe, and her uncle Ralph are here to share a beautiful Christmas lullaby with us called, “A La Nanita Nana”, which is a traditional Christmas carol sung in honor of Baby Jesus. Traditionally, Diana’s family from Colombia celebrates a novena, or nine-day religious prayer, said during the nine days leading up to Christmas.

Our Home for the Holidays celebration is sponsored by Capital One.

The Polar Express | Sensory Friendly Story Time for Kids

Sensory Friendly Saturday

This Sensory Saturday, join Bree-Anna and our Theatre Troupe for a very special adaptation of “The Polar Express”.

Our Home for the Holidays celebration is sponsored by Capital One.

Bodhi Day | Holiday Videos for Kids

Home for the Holidays

Celebrate Bodhi Day with members of our Theatre Troupe. Learn about this beautiful Buddhist holiday that commemorates the day that the historical Siddhartha Gautama, Buddha, experienced enlightenment!

Our Home for the Holidays celebration is sponsored by Capital One.

Dreidel Dreidel Dreidel | Hanukkah Songs for Kids | Sing Along

Home for the Holidays

Join Robert and our Theatre Troupe to learn about Hanukkah traditions, “the festival of lights”, and the dreidel – then sing along with them to celebrate!

Our Home for the Holidays celebration is sponsored by Capital One.

Make Latkes | Cooking Class for Kids

Home for the Holidays

Get ready to celebrate Hanukkah! Join us in the kitchen with Robert and a very special guest, Mimi, to learn how to make this traditional and delicious dish! Latkes are pan-fried potato pancakes made from grated potatoes, onion, spices and eggs.

Our Home for the Holidays celebration is sponsored by Capital One.

The Night Before Christmas | Story Time for Kids

Home for the Holidays

Our Theatre Troupe is helping you get in the holiday spirit! Join them for a special reading of “The Night Before Christmas” during our Mini Monday story time!

Programming for Mini Mondays is created for children under 5 and is sponsored by Florida Dairy Farmers.

Adriana Carvalho | Art Kids

Art Week

Our final installment of this year’s virtual Art Kids series features Miami-based artist from Brazil, Adriana Carvalho. A longtime friend of the Museum, Adriana is known for her sculptures. Get inspired to create your own clay self portrait with us today!

*These also make wonderful holiday gifts!*

Lisa Shairi | Art Kids

Art Week

Our next virtual Art Basel Art Kids guest is Miami based figurative artist, Lisa Shairi. Lisa’s work is primarily focused on observations from human experiences and connections. She generally uses oil paint in a gestural and expressive style, though she is versed in an array of mediums and tools.

You may also recognize her as she is the studio artist at Miami Children’s Museum! Join Lisa as she shows you how to create your own mixed media collage using figures from magazines.

David Zalben | Art Kids

Art Week

Celebrate Miami Art Week with Miami based artist, David Zalben. David’s work has been showcased all over the world and we are lucky to have him as a longtime friend of our Museum. Join David as he shows you how he creates his iconic wire sculptures and helps inspire you to make your own at home!

Marcus Blake | Art Kids

Art Week

This year, we are proud to continue our partnership with Art Basel for the 17th year in a row – virtually! We will be joining forces with local Miami artists this year to help you create your own masterpieces at home.

We’re excited to kick off our programming with Marcus Blake, a Miami-based multimedia artist. Marcus’ work includes poetry, street art, fashion, performance, event coordinating and visual art – we’re sure you’ve seen some of his pieces throughout the city! His signature style is called “tapenology” – inspired by the tropical landscape an architecture of Miami.

Make your own masterpiece with him today! You will need: a canvas, acrylic or spray paint, a paint brush, and tape!

Blue Corn Mush Recipe | Navajo Cooking | Cooking Class for Kids

Native American Heritage Month

We’re celebrating Native American Heritage Month! Join Ashley, from our public programs team, in the kitchen as she shows you how to make a traditional Navajo recipe, Blue Corn Mush.

Our Native American Heritage Month celebration is sponsored by Capital One.

How Chipmunk Got Tiny Feet | Story Time for Kids

Native American Heritage Month

Native American origin tales describe how creatures went through difficult life lessons and, with Mother Earth’s help, came to be the animals we know today. Join our friend and story teller, Gerald Hausman as he reads “How Chipmunk Got Tiny Feet”.

Our Native American Heritage Month celebration is sponsored by Capital One.

Be Kind | Pat Zietlow Miller | Story Time for Kids

What does it mean to be kind? Join Peter and Krystal from our Theatre Troupe to read “Be Kind” by Pat Zietlow Miller and see how small actions can have big outcomes.

Programming for Mini Mondays is created for children under 5 and is sponsored by Florida Dairy Farmers.

How Horse Got Winged Feet | Story Time for Kids

Native American Heritage Month

What happens when horse wishes he could fly like eagle? Find out in this tale that teaches us about our unique strengths and how we can help each other because of them… and how a little kindness can lead to big changes. Join our friend and story teller, Gerald Hausman as he reads “How Horse Got Winged Feet”.

Our Native American Heritage Month celebration is sponsored by Capital One.

The Coyote and Blue Bird | Story Time for Kids

Native American Heritage Month

Join members of our Theatre Troupe for the story of “The Coyote and Blue Bird”. This tale comes to us from the Pima Tribe in Arizona and tells us how the animals got their colors.

Our Native American Heritage Month celebration is sponsored by Capital One.

How Do Dinosaurs Say I Love You? | Story Time for Kids

How do dinosaurs say I love you? Join Diana, from our Theatre Troupe, for our Mini Monday story time to find out how dinos tell their children they love them… even when they misbehave.

Programming for Mini Mondays is created for children under 5 and is sponsored by Florida Dairy Farmers.

The Thank You Book | Story Time for Kids

Sensory Friendly Saturday

This Sensory Friendly Saturday story time is all about giving thanks! Our very own Piggie & Gerald are going to share our adaptation of “The Thank You Book” by Mo Willems. Piggie wants to thank EVERYONE, but Gerald is worried Piggie will forget someone… someone important.

Make Your Own Applesauce | Recipe for Kids | Cooking Class for Kids

Sensory Friendly Saturday

This Sensory Friendly Saturday we’re celebrating with Thanksgiving themed programming! Join Shea, from our public programs team, as she shows you how to make your own applesauce with this simple recipe for kids. Working with children in the kitchen is a wonderful way for them to explore their senses, boost their confidence, and enhance their fine motor & language skills… all while having fun!

Don't Let The Pigeon Drive The Bus | Mo Willems | Story Time for Kids

The bus driver has to leave for a little while. Can you watch things for him until he gets back? Just remember… don’t let the pigeon drive the bus! Join Peter from our Theatre Troupe for a reading of one of our favorite Mo Willems books, “Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive The Bus”.

Programming for Mini Mondays is created for children under 5 and is sponsored by Florida Dairy Farmers.

Knots on a Counting Rope | Bill Martin, Jr. & John Archambault

Native American Heritage Month

Join us as we read “Knots on a Counting Rope” by Bill Martin, Jr. and John Archambault. This beautiful book illustrates the bond between generations and shows children how to be brave in difficult situations.

Our Native American Heritage Month celebration is sponsored by Capital One.

How Bat Learned to Fly | Gerald Hausman | Story Time for Kids

Native American Heritage Month

How did bat learn to fly? Join storyteller Gerald Hausman for a reading of this folklore, “How Bat Learned to Fly”. Gerald Hausman is author and storyteller of both adult and children’s books. His books have received many awards in the categories of Native America, Mythology, and West Indian culture.

Our Native American Heritage Month celebration is sponsored by Capital One.

The Coyote and the Frog People | Story Time for Kids

Native American Heritage Month

This month we are celebrating Native American Heritage Month. Join Robert, from our Theatre Troupe, for an ancient tale “The Coyote and the Frog People” that tells the story of how rivers were formed, using watercolor painting.

Our Native American Heritage Month celebration is sponsored by Capital One.