Explore the war that changed the world through a unique storytime experience!
Join us to spark your child's love of history with WWII-themed children's books plus fun activities and crafts for kids ages 3 to 8.
Storytime is included with Museum admission. For more information about Storytime at the Museum, email the Youth & Family Engagement Specialist at youthprograms@nationalww2museum.org
Storytime Themes, Books, and Activities
November: African American WWII Veteran Experiences
- Featured Book: The Tuskegee Airmen Story by Lynn M. Homan and Thomas Reilly. Click here to purchase a copy!
- Families will make their own “Red Tail” paper planes.
- Make sure to explore the Museum’s latest special exhibit Fighting for the Right to Fight: African American Experiences in World War II during your visit starting on Monday, November 11. Learn more about the exhibit here.
December: Christmas during World War II
- Featured Book: The Christmas Doll: A Repair Shop Story by Amy Sparkes.
- Families will make a holiday-themed craft.