The Nemo Science Center in Amsterdam rises like a ship from the sea. Five floors are packed with scientific and technological things to do and discover. The top floor is actually a huge descending roof deck and has a big children's play area. Throughout Nemo 'Forbidden NOT to touch" signs are everywhere, and Ariana enjoyed a wonderful, stimulating and fascinating day there.
Ariana was very interested in learning how fresh water can be made from sea water. She declared this to be her favourite Nemo activity.
How to raise your body using pulleys.
The inner workings of robots are fascinating!
One exhibit is behind a screened area and the sign's English translation declares 'Your hormones and Puberty'. Papa takes a peek and sees wide-eyed children, perhaps a little older than Ariana, staring at a display of interestingly arranged Barbie and Ken dolls. There is more, but we quickly usher her past. Of course she notices our actions and asks, "What's in there?" Papa tells her it is for older kids only. "Why?", Ariana questions. "Ummm, because it says so", Papa replies. Good one, Papa. Thankfully, her chain of thought is distracted by our visit to the roof top terrace.
The roof terrace is wonderful. Its graduated water feature is especially appealing. Ariana plays happily there for over an hour.
A perfect blue and golden afternoon. Once home, I am amazed by Ariana's ability to recall the details of her day at Nemo with such clarity and precision. She cuddles next to me, her voice both eager and filled with wonder.
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