It has been YEARS since I have been to the Science Center in Des Moines, and I have never been to the new location. On a whim, Alena and I decided to go last weekend and we had a grand old time!
I wasn't sure if she was at the right age to enjoy the Science Center, but I think everything was age appropriate. At the last minute we decided to leave the twins at home, but looking back, I think they would have had a good time, too.
We started the day in the "toddler" area, making hand prints in pegs, placing food in conveyor belts and making huge bubbles. Then we watched a scientist do experiments with liquid nitrogen. After that we headed upstairs where there is an entire room dedicated to creating things. AJ's favorite was creating a rocket then using the rocket launcher to make it fly. After walking through the planetarium, and looking at caged animals, Alena got to be a weather lady.
We spent two hours there, which to me, makes it worth the money. She is already asking to go back again, but this time wants "the babies to come along." In fact, she was a little upset they didn't go with her the first time. I would think she would enjoy a little one on one time with mom or dad, but honestly, she wants to do things as an entire family. We'll see if she is still thinking that way when she's 10.
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