Kohl Children's Museum Blog

Our blog is dedicated to exploring the incredible power of play. We delve into how play sparks creativity, builds essential skills, and nurtures social and emotional growth. Whether you’re a parent, educator, or child development advocate, our blog offers a wealth of knowledge.

Want to learn more about the power of play? Check out our blog to discover why play is not just fun but foundational to childhood development!

The Museum as a Mirror, Window, and Sliding Glass Door
February 2026
January 2026: Building Community Connections
Through our outreach programs, we aim to bring hands-on learning, creativity, and exploration...
December 2025: Why Children Need Third Places
Third spaces can help children to develop social and emotional skills...
November 2025: Seeing the World Through a Math Lens
Math learning begins long before preschool...
October 2025: Risky Play with Tools and Machines
You might be surprised to find a young child playing with a power tool...
September 2025: Fostering Scientific Thinking
A toddler places toys in the bathtub and watches some float and...
August 2025: Meet Our Local Pollinators
Buzz, flutter, bloom! Bees and butterflies are important for our ecosystem because they help...
July 2025: Inclusive Play Spaces Benefit Everyone
Inclusive play spaces provide an opportunity for children with and without disabilities...
June 2025: Music is Magical for Childhood Development
Music is magical for child development! Why?
May 2025: Sensory Development in the Kitchen
The kitchen is a place rich in opportunities...
April 2025: Supporting the Creative Process
When I think about art experiences with young children...
March 2025: Let's Pretend
Pretend play, also known as dramatic play, involves children using their imaginations to...
February 2025: Thinking Outside The Box
Kohl Children's Museum's mobile learning lab programs are...
January 2025: The Benefits of Loose Parts Play
Loose parts play is an innovative approach in early childhood education that encourages...
December 2024: Creating Lifelong Memories
Take a minute, close your eyes, and think about a cherished childhood memory...
November 2024: Everyday Tinkering
Tinkering is KCM’s engineering program...
October 2024: Engaging Toddlers in Story Time
It’s no secret that toddlers love to move, and sitting down to listen...
September 2024: Discover the Buzz
Buzz buzz! Bees are a crucial part of our ecosystem...
August 2024: The Power of Theatre for Young Children
Exposure to theatre is valuable, but early childhood exposure ...
July 2024: The Power of Art For Young Children
The benefits of art for young children extend far and wide...