Dance to Learn is a movement integration program that approaches academic learning from a kinesthetic perspective. Houston Ballet teaching artists work to create lessons that address TEKS in multiple subject areas while building Social Emotional Skills. Shhhh! Don't tell your kids that they are learning! They will be having a blast pretending to dance like dinosaurs! Group size is limited to 25 participants, so be sure to sign up at the front desk.
Elementary
Step into the Literacy League, where stories come to life!
Our Chapter Champions (teens) are ready to guide your Story Seekers (children; grades K-3rd) through the wonders of the written word in stories, information, and books.
The Literacy League is a literacy program to provide teen mentorship and guidance to K-3rd graders pursuant to establishing and promoting a culture of literacy and books at the library and beyond into their home Reading Refuge.
Come and join us in person for 30 to 45 minutes of art exploration! Our "Pour Your Art Out" after school art time is free to attend and all materials will be provided. Art projects are age-appropriate for elementary school age children and their caregivers. We will announce art subjects at the start of each program.
Sorry we cannot accommodate Daycare groups for this program.
Book Buddies is a FREE literacy program that brings child and teens together to share the joy of reading. It pairs trained teen volunteers (Big Buddies) with children in K-3rd grades (Little Buddies).
Each Wednesday for 10 weeks, Big Buddies and Little Buddies will meet to read together and create positive experiences surrounding literacy. By the end of the session, we aspire that all Little Buddies will learn to love to read and form positive associations with reading.
🎨🖌 Krafty Kids offers a fantastic chance for your children to unleash their creativity while having a great time in a safe and inviting space. Whether it's painting, drawing, sculpting, or other activities, there’s something for every budding artist to delight in.
Creativity Corner is a fun, after-school program for elementary kids that sparks imagination through art, crafts, and creative play.
Each week offers new hands-on activities in a welcoming space where kids can express themselves and explore their creative side!
Creativity Corner es un programa divertido después de la escuela para niños de primaria que estimula la imaginación a través del arte, las manualidades y el juego creativo.
Summer Edition of Discovery Time with Miss Christine
USA 250: Copland & Gershwin: American Classic Music Makers
When: Tuesdays @ 11:30 am
Join us to create your own paper doll of a fierce woman from history. You will have the choice to choose from icons such as Amanda Gorman, Bessie Coleman, Malala Yousafzai, Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Amelia Earhart and more. Some of these fierce women paper dolls may also feature accessories. Let your creativity soar while learning about great women trailblazers.
This program is geared for ages 6 and up. (must be able to independently handle scissors)
Come celebrate National Poetry Month and join us for some Poetry Pandemonium! Create your own poems and share them and have fun reading other poetry! This program is geared for elementary school age children and their caregivers.
Sorry we cannot accommodate Daycare groups for this program.
For over 15 years, Books Alive has presented beloved children’s books adapted into original, fully staged musicals, brought to life by its professional touring company, promoting literacy and introducing audiences to the magic of theatre!
This year's presentation is based on the book "The Ballerina with Webbed Feet" by Pam Von Scoyoc.