Whether it’s sharing folklore around an outdoor fire pit, donning tribal clothing or crafting animal puppets, youngsters will be immersed in African culture at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge. A variety of kid-friendly enrichment programs are offered through the day at the newest Disney resort.

Did you know an ostrich egg is strong enough to hold a child? Or that a giraffe’s neck has the same number of bones as a human’s -- just bigger? Such stories will unfold as the resort’s savannah curators and guides help younger guests understand animal behavior during daily sessions at Arusha Rock kopje just off the hotel lobby.

Children also will have an opportunity to interact with cultural representatives from Africa who share stories about the culture, art and cuisine of their homeland. Cultural representatives also will reveal how animals impact their culture.

And while parents head to Jiko-The Cooking Place for dinner, the kids can retreat to Simba’s Cubhouse for an evening of discovery and fun. At this activity center they can make a mural or chalk art inspired by African artwork, craft beaded necklaces or participate in an animal enrichment program. Simba’s Cubhouse is open daily from 4:30 p.m. to midnight. The cost is $8 per hour, per child ages 4-12.

Who’s that parading through the lobby? As savory South African sensations waft into the lobby, cultural representatives signal the dinner hour with traditional songs, and parade guests to the various dining venues.

Other activities for children include:

- Mask painting alongside an authentic artisan carving animal figurines and wood sculptures

- Junior chef-of-the-day program at Boma-Flavors of Africa