How to Hide an Octopus

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Program Type:

Storytime, Performances

Age Group:

Birth to Preschool

Program Description

Event Details

Join the Bailey-Matthews National Shell Museum & Aquarium for a summer reading story about camouflage. Throughout the story kids can try to spot the different animals hidden in the book and then try to camouflage their own octopus arm. Each participant will have the opportunity to touch a live mollusk and receive a shell and shell guide to keep. Open to children ages 0-5.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

Special services like sign language interpretation and assistive listening can be provided at events to patrons upon request. Please give at least up to five business days notice to library staff in order to schedule services at events. Call 239-479-4636 or stop by the reference desk at your local library.

Photography During Programs

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Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.