Ronald Dahl's Children's Gallery
Buckinghamshire County Museum, Aylesbury
A fantastic interactive display funded by the noted author's widow brings nature and science to life through his writings (Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, James and the Giant Peach and others), vivid illustrations, and 3D creations, such as a walk-in peach and the great glass elevator. Museum hours vary year round so please be sure to check the Buckinghamshire Website for calendar details.  As this is a popular exhibit, booking tickets in advance is strongly recommended. Contact them at (01296 331441).

Pollock's Toy Museum
1 Scala Street, London WIT 3452
The renovated museum is housed in two buildings that have been joined together.  There are 10 different displays in rooms and winding staircases that features over 200 year old toys.  Some of the crowd favorites include: board games, English tin toys, puppets, folk toys from all over Europe, teddy bears and doll houses.  It's open from 10am-5pm Monday through Saturday. (020 7636 3452).

Earth Galleries
Natural History Museum, London
A huge new exhibit leads kids through the creation of the planet earth. Follow an escalator into a revolving globe to view the earth's core, then experience the eruption of Mt. Fuji. Open daily from 10am-5:30pm. Admission is free.   (020 7942 5000.)