Washington, Mar 9 : Pop princess Britney Spears met 40 sick children at Miami Children''s Hospital on Saturday, while she was on her `Circus Tour' in the city.

"She took pictures with the kids and gave them autographed pictures," People magazine quoted hospital spokesperson Cristene Martinez as saying.

She added: "The kids were so excited to meet Britney, and having her here was a great distraction for them."

The `Womaniser' star also made a donation to the hospital''s Big Apple Circus Clown Care program.

The program features clowns who have medical training, visit the young patients on a regular basis, and attend special events at the hospital.

The 27-year-old superstar stayed about a half hour with the kids, before leaving with her bodyguard to prepare for her show at the America Airlines Arena. (ANI)