Within the First Floor and Mezzanine levels lies an oceanic wonderland where mermaids and sea creatures swirl around the mosaic floors and columns. The cloudlike ceiling creates a dreamy atmosphere as tunnels and tubes allow visitors to see what's above--and below--this fantasyland. Native Missouri Fish and turtles swim in the 5,000-gallon aquarium ornamented with oyster shells, found sea glass, and mosaic tiles.

Climb up the treehouse and across the hallowed-out trunk to the mezzanine. Above the first-floor mosaics and aquarium, the mezzanine overlooks a two-story waterfall and goldfish pond. Giant barrels make perfect places to hide, and massive turtles hide among a bird's nest. A seating and eating area is just close enough to the two-story slide to tempt even the most timid visitors. Care for a ride?