Preschoolers are full of wonder and energy! To help you occupy active minds, we’ve rounded up our top five events for toddlers and preschoolers happening in the metro. From special storytimes to celebrations and more, you’ll have plenty of exciting ways to keep the youngest in the family busy all month long.

Here are our top five picks for things to do with toddlers & preschoolers this month:

Tuesdays 

FREE Art Adventures at Home with Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art (online) features a storytime and related craft activities with materials you likely have on hand. Recommended for ages 3-7, but kids of all ages are welcome. 10:30 a.m.

Wednesdays 

FREE Reading Wednesdays at Myriad Gardens (301 W Reno Ave) features a nature-themed storytime, interactive song and small craft. Held in the visitor’s center during winter months. 10 a.m.

Thursdays 

Toddler Open Gym at Metro Gymnastics (7420 Broadway Ext) features open playtime in the gym for kids age 4 & under with a caregiver. Reservations are encouraged but not required. $6-$7. 9:30-11:30 a.m.

Fridays 

Little Blocs at Blocsworks Indoor Climbing Gym (104 S Broadway, Edmond) features a discounted kids-only climbing session for ages 8 & under. A waiver and adult supervision is required. $10. 9-11 a.m.

Opening Jan. 30

Dinosaurs: Land of Fire and Ice at Sam Noble Museum (2401 Chautauqua Ave, Norman) features a brand-new exhibit created by Minnesota Children’s Museum that explores dinosaur habitats to better understand how these mysterious animals lived and use inquiry skills to examine what they left behind. Advanced registration required. Adults, $8; kids (4-17), $4; kids (3 & under), free. Wednesday-Saturday, 9 a.m. – noon & 2-5 p.m.; Sunday, 1-5 p.m.

Looking for more fun events? Check out our calendar. Or, browse our best of the month editor’s picks.