Besides a place to adopt your family pet, the Animal Humane Society offers other family and youth programs, including classes, camps and story times at some locations. While many of the activities have been put on hold recently, families can visit the AHS website to find online lesson plans and activities for grades K-12. Two locations have historically offered Furry Tales story times. When offered, this series is geared toward preschool kids between 2-4 years. Each session pre-ks and their parents can enjoy a picture storybook, a craft. and a special time with an animal. The program is free but pre-registration is required when it is offered. For bigger kids, see the Rescue Readers program. On site birthday parties are no longer offered, however, you can still schedule a shelter tour. There is also a DIY party kit available to have your own adopt-a-pet themed birthday party with stuffed pets. Find other ideas for birthday parties in our Guide to Twin Cities Birthday Parties for Kids Volunteers must be at least 16 years old. For younger kids, the AHS recommends becoming involved in their educational programs or camps, fostering as a family or joining a Project Purpose workshops that give kids between the ages of 12-15 seasonal service projects. These workshops does not offer significant animal contact. Kids 6+ can also participate in Rescue Readers. Read more about that program here. Animal-themed summer Camp’s are offered in five-day sessions during June through August for kids finishing grades 3-10. These camps fill quickly and you’ll want to get signed up early in February. This camp is featured in our annual summer camp guide, where we list updated information on dates and prices. 
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