Enjoy a toddler-sized adventure in this Under the Chesapeake Bay-themed soft play area featuring none other than Chessie, the Chesapeake Bay Sea Monster.

Explore textures and tactile experiences along the length of Chessie’s tale.  Read books about the ocean and sea creatures.  Enjoy a whimsical, sensory-filled underwater experience created by bubble tubes and a kelp forest. Plus, slide down Chessie’s tail – and build confidence for the adventures ahead!

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  • babies & infants
  • toddlers & pre-k
  • sensory friendly
  • mobility-friendly
Two children play and touch sensory items in Chessie's Grotto Port Discovery Play Area
A small child sliding down a miniature blue and green slide into an excited adult's arms
A child looking up in excitement as they touch and climb up a green structure that resembles a friendly sea creature
A toddler wearing a tiara getting ready to slide down a miniature blue and green slide featured in one of Port Discovery's toddler play areas
  • Explore textures and tactile experiences along the length of Chessie’s tale.
  • Read books about the ocean and sea creatures.
  • Enjoy a whimsical, sensory-filled underwater experience created by bubble tubes and a kelp forest.
  • Side down Chessie’s tail – and build confidence for the adventures ahead!
  • Fine Motor Skills
  • Sensory Development
  • Early Literacy Skills
  • Recommended for ages three and under.
  • This is a soft-play area intended for our littlest learners but a variety of children may be in or near the space.
  • Watch as your little ones learn from other children in this space and see how they learn through interaction and imitation!
Chessie's Grotto Virtual Tour Port Discovery Play Area
Chessie's Grotto Virtual Tour
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