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5 Things My 5 Kids Loved about MOSI Tampa

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Written by Tobin Walsh, Family-Friendly Tampa Bay Contributor

Living in or visiting Florida creates an imaginary contact mandating that free time be spent outside enjoying our glorious beaches and soaking in our boundless sunshine.

That is, until the average temperature reaches ninety-six, the heat index is immeasurable or a sudden rainstorm interrupts outdoor plans.

When in the Tampa area and the outdoor isn‰Ûªt attractive, the Museum of Science and Industry (MOSI) is an excellent option for family fun. My family experienced MOSI on one such soggy day last week.

We found MOSI to be fun, interactive and educational. The museum‰Ûªs exhibits can simultaneously hold the attention of an often-eye-rolling older child while ensuring the safety of a newly-toddling little one.

The versatility of the MOSI was obvious as my kids recalled their favorites from our visit.

Yosef, age 10, enjoyed ‰ÛÏA Beautiful Planet‰Û, an IMAX movie about the International Space Station and the visible impact of climate change from space. The movie held the attention of my entire crew ‰ÛÒ from a 3 year-old to this old dad.

Lynden, age 8, was captivated by the ‰ÛÏDrone Zone‰Û ‰ÛÒ his first ever chance to pilot a variety of machines he‰Ûªd previously only experienced in video games. He enjoyed steering the drones through water, around a mocked-up soccer pitch and flying a drone in a confined space. Note that my sons both laughed constantly as the drone soccer match was commentated by a bubbly MOSI volunteer looking on.

Vivi, my 6 year-old, loved the kitchen area of the ‰ÛÏKids in Charge‰Û exhibit. My budding restaurateur succinctly recited her menu before meticulously taking my order. I must say, though, the plastic food was a bit overcooked ‰ÛÒ but please don‰Ûªt tell her.

My ornery 3 year-old, Everett, spent nearly an hour banging on percussion equipment and building a fort with oversized, foam blocks. The ability of the exhibits at MOSI to hold Everett‰Ûªs attention for more than a few seconds is certainly a glowing recommendation!

My infant daughter was along for the ride as well. She was content in the ‰ÛÏCrawler Zone‰Û which was stocked with soft, clean mats to break her inevitable face-plants. This space was positioned in the center of ‰ÛÏKids in Charge‰Û, a perfect vantage point to watch my other children without their baby sister interrupting their fun.

My family enjoyed MOSI for different reasons ‰ÛÒ proof positive that it’s diverse exhibits will delight kids of all ages. From adults to infants, there is truly an exhibit for everyone.

If in Tampa, be sure to check out MOSI today – the beach can wait until tomorrow.

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About Tobin Walsh
Tobin is a husband and father of 5. His rambunctious family life provides ample opportunities for thoughtful pieces about parenting.

His blog, ‰The Good-Bad Dad‰ has been featured by parenting publications such as Fatherly.com and Babble.com.

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