CHILDREN’S CORNER | Books, animals, crafts

Visit the Henson Robinson Zoo for a Wild About Reading program geared towards children ages 2 and up with a love of books, animals and crafts. The pet-themed program requires preregistration, which can be done by calling the zoo at 585-1821. The Henson Robinson Zoo opened in 1970, and is currently home to more than 90 species of native and exotic animals from Australia, Africa and Asia as well as North and South America. The zoo is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums, routinely participates in scientific research studies and conservation efforts and frequently offers fun, educational programming to individuals of all ages. For more information about Wild About Reading programs and the Henson Robinson Zoo, visit http://springfieldparks.org.