Let them read. Let them play. Let them be little.
We are more than a studio. We are a place where stories leap off the page and into little hands.
We believe books are powerful — that they shape identity, spark curiosity, and build empathy.
So we take stories and bring them to life.
We Read.
We kick things off with a story — carefully chosen to spark imagination and set the theme for the day.
We Create.
Inspired by the book, kids dive into a hands-on art or craft project using real materials and real techniques.
We Play.
Then, we explore a little more — a game, a sensory activity, or a creative challenge to keep the fun going.
Open studios, pop-ups, & special events
Richmond Grand Opening!
It's time — our Richmond studio is officially opening! Join us on August 8th 10 am - 6 pm for the Tyrannosaurus Tot Richmond Grand Opening — and it's completely FREE!
Lego Night
Calling all builders, creators, and Lego lovers! Join us for a night made just for hands-on building fun: Design your own custom minifigure, Paint with bricks (yes, really!) Building challenges to test your skills and time to hang out, create, and build together with friends
Back-to-School Night
Join us for a Back to School Night filled with special end-of-summer crafts, a chance to celebrate everything summer, and get excited for the new school year ahead. Educators — this one's for you too! Show your educator ID and enjoy 15% off in the studio. Thank you for all you do for our kiddos! Come make some memories before the backpacks come out and the school bells ring. See you there!
Fall Semester Begins
Join us in one of our studios for an 11-week semester full of fall exploring the season, reading, and of course exploring and creating together!
Four books I'm handing parents this month.
Ultimate Dinosaur Craft Kit
Ultimate Summer Craft Kit
Ultimate Zoo Craft Kit
Ultimate Spring Craft Kit
Lighthouse Ladies
Ahoy! To man a lighthouse over a century ago in America required guts, courage, and bravery. It was a job tackled by hundreds every day, many of whom . . . were not men! This true tale chronicles the amazing feats of four fascinating women. Each real lighthouse lady featured in this book—whether she’s on a wind-walloped Hawaiian clifftop or an icy channel in Virginia's Eastern Shore— shows that girl power was around long before it became a popular phrase. The derring-do ofShark Ladymeets the inspiration ofMae Among the Starsin the true stories of four intrepid and diverse women of history as they battle weather and waves to save sailors at sea. Kris Coronado's debut nonfiction picture book, perfect for fans of Hello, Lighthouse, is brilliantly illustrated by Islenia Mil.
Read it.
Create it. & Play.
At Tyrannosaurus Tot, books are not simply read — they are experienced. Books matter, and they open doors to curiosity, empathy, and imagination. We take stories off the page and bring them into the hands, minds, and hearts of children. We believe that when children are invited to create, explore, and respond to a story in their own way, learning becomes deeper and more joyful. We protect the innocence of play, the delight of discovery, and the freedom to be little.
That's Book Play. Reading meets creating. Not a craft with a correct answer. Just: here's a story, here are real art supplies, go.
Come create with us.
Richmond, meet us at Brookland Park Blvd.
A second studio, in the city that asked for us first. 1,600 sq ft of storefront on Northside — a reading nook in the front window, a craft table big enough for twelve, a wall of books, and a space for everyone to fall in love with reading & creating.
Opening week isn't fixed yet. Join the waitlist and you'll get the address, the opening date, and first dibs on the opening-week class schedule before anyone else.
