Exhibit: Super Kids Save the World

The Super Kids Save the World exhibit is as much fun as it is a great message for children and adults. 
My kids bee-lined to the recycle center, and spent much of their time sorting recyclables and placing them on the conveyor belts that are kid-powered through rotating cranks. 
Behind the recycle center is a farmers market full of faux fresh veggies; and due to its proximity to the recycle center, it just might lead to a little cross contamination. But that’s a good lesson for parents to share with their kiddies and a great opportunity to work on sorting skills. 
The exhibit appeals to kids ages 2-12, and adults can benefit from the wealth of information posted around on plaques. Kids can enjoy “apple picking,” shopping in the re-use charity shop, and exploring in the research lab. 
The exhibit is inspired by the book George Saves the World by Lunchtime, and the stage area behind the exhibit had fun and interactive performances. Preschool age and older children readily volunteered to take part in the performances, contributing items to different recycle and compostable piles and identifying items that may be re-purposed. Younger kids enjoyed musical excerpts and opportunities to get their wiggles out. 
Tip: Allow at least an hour and half to two hours for the museum visit, and extend your visit by packing a snack or lunch (in re-usable containers, of course.)
– Meredith Snellings

If You Go

Super Kids Save the World
Children’s Museum of Atlanta, 275 Centennial Olympic Park Dr., Atlanta
404-659-5437; childrensmuseumatlanta.org
Hours: Through May 3. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. weekdays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sat. and Sun.; closed Wed.
Cost: $12.75 adults and children; younger than age 1, free