There really is something for kids of all ages at Children’s Museum Houston, including a space just for children’s ages 0-35 months, called Tot*Spot. I have visited the Children’s Museum many times before, but had no idea there was a space upstairs for the younger guests. I had the opportunity to check it out for the first time recently, and I was blow away at how amazing and how thoughtfully crafted this space is, not just for the babies, but also for the parents. They have so many things that give us as parents peace of mind, while we take our little ones out, like a nursing space, a spot for dirty toys that are regularly cleaned, and shoe covers.
My son is 9 months at the time I am writing this and he is at the age where he wants to look, touch, and taste everything. This exhibit allowed for him to discover so many things through sensory exploration. All of the activities are designed to help our tots develop key executive functions that our essential to their development.
It is refreshing to have a space like this for parents of young kids. It can be isolating when they are so small and the activity options are limited at their age. Having the ability to get out the house, go to a safe space that is not only fun, but developmentally friendly for my tot, all while allowing me the ability to connect with other parents who have kids of the same age, is a true DELIGHT!
Tot*Spot exhibit features so many cool activities like a scarf blower, the family theater, which was Colin’s favorite part, a fish tank, a slide adventure area, and so much more. They even have an outdoor space called Tot*Spot Balcony that is filled with adventure and imaginative play. They have cars, playscapes, tot size seating area, and a playhouse.
You and your tot(s) can experience Tot*Spot on Tuesday - Saturday from 10 am - 6 pm and this exhibit is included with general admission. Some other activities offered in the space are special programs each month that you can find more information about here. In addition to this, on the first Friday of every month, they have Mommy Mingle Fridays. This is another great opportunity for our tots to explore through social communication and for us Mommies to have some fun as well.
This space really is a treat, and I wish I had known about this place sooner. If you have a child under the age of 35 months, this really is a great space for them to develop meaningful experiences that fosters their brain development through the power of active play! I cannot wait to go back with Colin! And as always, thanks for stopping by my blog!
Have you ever been to Children’s Museum of Houston? If so, have you checked out the Tot*Spot?