St. Louis City Museum: Tips and Tricks Heading to St. Louis, Missouri? You will want to make sure you plan an entire day at one of the most popular attractions in St. Louis and the Midwest. The City Museum is pretty overwhelming, to say the least, but this massive playground is the perfect place for people of all ages and it will have you returning for more. Whether you are 30-something or 10 years old everyone will...
The Lifelong Impact of Early Childhood Education It is well known that preschool can help a child be better prepared for kindergarten. But did you know that a high-quality early childhood education program can positively impact physical, mental, and emotional health throughout a child’s life? Early childhood – birth to age 5 – is a critical period for a child’s emotional and cognitive development. This is because 90% of a child’s brain growth occurs during...
Top 8 Things To Do in Des Mones in June June is the official start of summer with festivals, outdoor live music, Trek the Parks kick-off, and of course the famous Des Moines Arts Festival. Attend these events and more around the Des Moines area in June! Bookmark the Official Summer Guide to keep you busy all summer long in Des Moines, Iowa. Racoon River Park Palooza Address: Racoon River Park, 2500 Grand Ave, West...
10+ Best Parks Near Des Moines, Iowa I’ve visited lots of parks in the Des Moines metro area and have put together a list of my personal top ten best parks near Des Moines Iowa! These parks include playgrounds, natural playscapes, ponds, splash pads, tire swings, sand pits, and much more. With some of the best playgrounds in the Des Moines area, these great parks are worth a 30-45 minute drive from wherever you are. They...
Natural Playscapes in Des Moines My kids love parks, but I think they love natural playscapes (a natural playground) even more. With natural materials "loose parts" like stumps, rocks, and sticks, children of all ages can go crazy building different structures. Climbing logs and rocks never gets old and it is nice to find those options without driving too far into the wilderness. Many of these fun places offer water features for kids to cool...