Those are the times that children will remember. If parents are not too directive, he says, kids will naturally gravitate to areas of high interest where they can exercise their skills. Observe your child and see what interests her most. I encourage families to visit several times, because if a child does have a particular bent, she can then indulge herself and spend a day on that specific interest. Children's museums give parents a chance to share something they know.
Many museums design their exhibits with the goal of making both parent and child comfortable.
Kids whose parents spend time discovering things alongside them will probably be more curious learners in school. In general, give your child the freedom to spend time with what interests him, and then watch him while he satisfies his curiosity. It's not important to know what your young one is thinking. Children as young as 6 months can benefit from interacting with hands-on exhibits. Toddlers and preschoolers appreciate building materials and other manipulable objects that are geared to their skill level.