Suggestions For Kids And Families To Read This Month

3. God is Just Like Me

by Karen Valentin

God may be hard to describe, but one young Puerto Rican girl in New York City finds examples of God's character all around her. As she goes day-by-day through the week, she talks to God about the delightful ways she and God are similar. This joyful, heartfelt story offers a fresh take on what it means to be made in God's image. Ages 5-8. www.beamingbooks.com

4. Yuna's Cardboard Castles by Marie Tang Fold, fit, tuck . . . Yuna and her family have just moved to the United States, and she doesn't speak English yet. At first, her attempts to catch the attention of the neighborhood kids get lost in translation, but when she shows that she can do something very special with paper, a whole new world unfolds. Ages 5-8. www.beamingbooks.com

5. One Small Thing by Marsha Diane Arnold

After Raccoon's home burns down in a lightning storm, his friends don't know what they can do to help. Squirrel, Beaver, Mouse, Badger, and Rabbit all go back to their own homes, trying to focus on something other than Raccoon's tragedy. But each animal discovers one small thing they can do for Raccoon--and it turns out that each small act may not be so small after all. A gentle and powerful look at how small actions can make a big impact. Ages 4-8. www.beamingbooks.com

6. Love from The Very Hungry Caterpillar by The World of Eric Carle www.amazon.com

Celebrate love with the #1 New York Times Best-Selling title! Ring in Valentine's Day—and love—with The Very Hungry Caterpillar! This charming, sweet title is the perfect gift faor that special someone on Valentine's Day—or any day of the year. Ages 1-3.

7. How to Send a Hug by Hayley Rocco

Artie loves giving hugs. But she can't give a hug to her Grandma who lives so far away. Instead, she shows us how to send hugs using the magic of handwritten letters in this timeless story about connecting to loved ones when you can't always do so in person. Both timely and timeless, How to Send a Hug is about reaching out across the miles when you can’t do so yourself in person and turning words into love. Ages 4-8. www.lbyr.com

8. How Dinosaurs Went Extinct: A Safety Guide by Ame Dyckman

In this outrageous "safety guide", a child in a museum asks their parents how the dinosaurs all became extinct. Before the mother can finish a logical answer, the father interrupts and lists how over twenty species perished, with increasingly absurd and hilarious reasons—some of which that the child—and other kids!—may be guilty. Gallimimus? Ran with scissors. Ankylosaurus? Tipped in their chair. Spinosaurus? Swam after eating. Tyrannosaurus rex? Didn’t change their underwear. By the end of the story, the child vows that they will not do any of these "dangerous" things again. Ages 4-8 www.lbyr.com k

Miami Children’s Museum, the premier institution for learning through art, science, literacy and early childhood education, unveiled their new exhibit- Curious George: Let’s Get Curious! The highly anticipated exhibit opened with a VIP event and ribbon cutting on January 28th.

For almost seventy-five years Curious George has been capturing the hearts and minds of readers young and old throughout the world. With daily airings on PBS kids and over 75 Million copies sold, this famed and beloved character is a mainstay.

“Curious George: Let’s Get Curious!” at Miami Children’s Museum features an immersive experience that has perfectly recreated the neighborhood Curious George and his friend the man with the yellow hat live in! Try the zoom balloons experiment to see how propulsion works along with a variety of STEAM activities to get your brainwaves moving. From bridge building to floating experiments, these activities will allow you to be curious, ask questions, and problem-solve all while having fun! On weekends, check out the Theater Troupe's engaging new original performance The Everwoods | A Windy Day to Explore where three friends follow their curiosity into The Everwoods and witness nature doing its thing. They are reminded that it’s always a wonderful day to wonder! Exhibit entry is included with admission to Miami Children’s Museum. Admission ticket is $24 and there are also discounts for Florida residents available.

For more details visit www.miamichildrensmuseum.org

31th Annual Florida Renaissance Festival

Quiet Waters Park 401 S. Powerline Road Deerfield Beach, FL 33442

Saturday’s & Sunday’s only from 10:00 a.m. to Sunset!

Travel back in time to the 16th Century! The annual Florida Renaissance Festival returns with a one-of-a-kind family-friendly event that takes lords and ladies of the realm back to a time when tunics, tabards, slashed sleeves, and bodices were the fashion. Over 100 artisans selling their wares and over 100 performers to entertain.

To buy tickets visit www.ren-fest.com

FEB11th

The Real Food Academy

Happy Valentine's Day - Kid's Class

570 NE 81st St., Miami, FL 33138 9:45 a.m -11:30 a.m.

Valentine's Day is a festival of romance that celebrates love and relationships. Valentine's Day traditions include exchanging gifts, such as chocolates or roses, or preparing a thoughtful meal that comes from the heart! Menu: Heart-Shaped Hot Pockets (Healthy one), Heart-Shaped Chocolate Cake, Strawberries dipped in Chocolate. Book your class at www.therealfoodacademy.com

The Kids Nook at Carnaval on the Mile

Salzedo South - Miracle Mile

10:00 a.m to 6:00 p.m.

This event is the perfect setting for families to gather for fun and educational entertainment. This one-of-a-kind family zone offers families interactive games, raffles, giveaways, facepainting, and unique experiential and live stage performances.

Free event

SUN 12th

Frost Science Mini-Me Science: Radiant Rainbows 1101 Biscayne Blvd., Miami, FL 33132 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

SUN26th

The Adventures Of Tortoise And Hare

Miami Dade County Auditorium

2901 West Flagler St., Miami, FL 33135 2:00 p.m.

La clasica fabula de Aesop, The Adventures Of Tortoise And Hare: The Next Generation, continua una decada despues. The Next Generation presenta a tortuga Junior y a la pequeña liebre con imagenes deslumbrantes, narraciones conmovedoras y musica creativa – desde musica clasica hasta pop. Admission is free; but a ticket is required www.miamidadecountyauditorium.org

FEB 15th- 19th

Discover Boating Miami International Boat Show

Miami Beach Convention Center and six additional locations.

Get ready for the largest boat and yacht event in the world! Tickets are officially on sale. Kids won’t want to miss Hook the Future! The kids fishing clinic with Capt. Don will begin with a thirty-minute classroom-style discussion of fundamental fishing techniques, tackle, and safety. This special event is free with your admission.

SUN

17th Deering Seafood Festival

10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Deering Estate

16701 SW 72nd Avenue Miami, FL 33157

MARCH

To but tickets visit: www.miamiboatshow.com.

Kiddos Magazine Spring & Easter Fun Shrimp Kid's Zone

Let's welcome spring and celebrate together! A family-friendly event you can't miss! Reading corner, Art with Fun Station, Toddler Area, Egg Hunt & Easter Bunny appearance! Hola Hoop contest, Exhibitors, DJ and first class entertainment! Games, raffles, and much more spring & Easter fun! This event is presented in partnership with the Deering Estate Foundation.

To buy tickets visit www.DeeringSeafoodFestival.org

Submit your event information for April-May calendar before March 10th to info@kiddosmagazine.com.

Try your luck with this colorful science adventure. Learn about the science behind rainbows through a hands-on luminescent experience. Use colorful tools and magical methods to make rainbows while exploring the light waves that create them. Sessions last approximately 60 minutes, with a 30-minute hands-on activity followed by a 30-minute guided museum exploration.

Cost: $25 per child (ages two to five only). To register visit www.frostscience.org.

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