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Little Minds, Big Discoveries
Why We Updated Our Vision and Education Statement — And What It Means for You
At the Children’s Museum in Oak Lawn, our mission has always been clear: to positively impact a child's potential in life through...
2 days ago3 min read
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Exhibit Design and Preschoolers’ Peer Relationship Skills
Dr. Nicole Rivera, North Central College, Department of Psychology & Neuroscience Children share art supplies to create kites. A child...
Jun 132 min read
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Behind the Exhibits: How Play Becomes Learning
At the Children's Museum in Oak Lawn, we believe that play is more than just fun—it's a powerful tool for learning. Our exhibits are...
May 193 min read
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Why Play Matters: The Science Behind Hands-On Learning
Play is one of the most important—and often underestimated—drivers of childhood development. At first glance, it may look like simple...
Apr 104 min read
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