BLOCK Fest
Parents as Teachers
2026-09-29 17:30:00
2026-09-29 19:00:00
America/Chicago
BLOCK Fest
Topeka Public Schools Parents as Teachers provides five stations of block play for children ages 8 months to 8 years. Research shows that block play is rooted in STEM-based learning.
Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library - Marvin Auditorium 101ABC
Tuesday, September 29
5:30pm - 7:00pm
Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library
Marvin Auditorium 101ABCTopeka Public Schools Parents as Teachers provides five stations of block play for children ages 8 months to 8 years. Research shows that block play is rooted in STEM-based learning.
BLOCK Fest is hands-on learning at its best. Young children ages 8 months to 8 years can build, explore, and experiment using blocks at five stations of blocks (from small to large). Parent Educators from Topeka Public Schools - Parents as Teachers will provide tips and support. All caregivers and parents will receive a booklet with information related to STEM learning and block play.
AGE GROUP: | Elementary (K - 5th Grade) | Early Learners (Birth - Pre-K) |
EVENT TYPE: | Science & Math | Fun & Games | Community Events |
Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library
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Our mission is sparking curiosity and connecting our community through literacy and learning. The library features the Alice C. Sabatini Gallery, the Millennium Café, Chandler Booktique (bookstore and gift shop), free meeting rooms, computer training and free Wi-Fi access. The library has a collection of more than 414,000 books and serves more than 81,000 registered borrowers. Bookmobiles make 23 stops Monday-Saturday across Shawnee County. The website tscpl.org serves customers’ needs 24/7. The library offers state-of-the art technology, youth programs that encourage learning and reading, adult learning programs, online learning tools, events, and reference and research tools.