Children's Classes and Events
Online registration is available for many of our programs. To register online, follow the links below each program. View our online registration instructions.
Bike Helmet Events
Keep your kids fit for safety by participating in our free bike helmet fittings. Bring your child and their bike helmet, and our trained professional will explain the correct way to wear a helmet and check for proper fitting.
View fee for this class and register online. New helmets may be purchased and fitted for just $10.
Fixer-Uppers
Children in fourth and fifth grade (ages 9 to 11) will learn first aid skills and how to handle emergencies with hands-on practice in this 2.5 hour course. This program meets first-aid badge requirements for Junior Girl Scouts and Webelos. American Heart Association Family and Friends First Aid course materials are used. Children will be trained on how to care for cuts and wounds, choking, poisoning, shock, sprains, fractures and a variety of other injuries. A completion award will be given.
View fee for this class and register online.
Healing Through the Arts
St. John's Mercy Children's Hospital, together with regional artists and the St. John’s Mercy Auxiliary, offers FREE artistic workshops for adults and children with chronic illnesses.
February 27, 10 a.m. to noon: Cool Bookmarks
March 27, 10 a.m. to noon: Protection Shield and Magic Wand
April 24, 10 a.m. to noon: Self-Portraits
May 1, 10 a.m. to noon: Mother's Day Cookie Bouquet
To register, please call 314-251-6699.
Home Alone Safely
This two-hour course prepares children ages 9 to 11 to be home alone safely for short periods of time. First aid, safety, and self-care techniques are taught. Topics include: entering and leaving the house safely; basic first aid; personal safety tips; fire safety and storm safety; answering the door and telephone; simple snacks; and appropriate activities. Children receive a home alone book and a completion award. Parents receive a safety checklist to review with their child.
View fee for this class and register online.
Sitter Skills
Children ages 11 to 15 learn how to begin their career in babysitting and prepare for a safe and positive sitting experience in this 3 to 3.5-hour course. Topics include: marketing yourself; child self-esteem and development; appropriate toys and games; baby care skills; basic first aid; and safety and emergency tips. Children receive a sitter skills book and a completion award. Parents receive a safety checklist to review with their child.
View fee for this class and register online.
SOON-TO-BE SIBLING PROGRAMS
Tyke Hyke
We understand that the arrival of a new baby means changes for the whole family so we've created a program especially for children under age 3 that will ease them into their new role as big brother or sister. Parents stay with their child during this 45-minute class, which includes table activities, practice holding a life size baby doll, and a tour of the mother-baby unit.
View fee for this class and register online.
Super Sibs
Your child will have fun learning about babies through an interactive puppet show featuring "Molly" and her new baby brother, "Sam." Rules on how to hold a baby and a trip to the nursery and mother-baby unit are also included. Children receive a backpack and activity book/music CD filled with songs to sing to their new baby brother or sister.
View fee for this class and register online.
Older Sibs
This class prepares children ages 7 to 12 what life will be like with a new baby in the house. Children will have the opportunity to express their feelings, ask questions about their mom's pregnancy, labor and the new baby, and learn how to change a diaper. A tour of labor and delivery, the nursery and postpartum areas is included.
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