IDEAL AGE: 4+

Clean Water and “The Water Princess”

Create a water filtration system to explore how nature filters our water! Learn about the importance of clean water and hear the story of Princess Gie Gie who walks miles from her African village to collect water for her home.

Water makes up 60% of our body! It’s essential to our body’s survival, which is why it’s so important that everyone has access to clean drinking water and that we care for this crucial natural resource.

IDEAL AGE: All

Special Storytime with Former NY Giants Player Justin Tuck

For Storytime Saturday, CMOM at Home is pleased to bring you former New York Giants player Justin Tuck reading a book he wrote about how toughness comes in all shapes and sizes!

For Storytime Saturday, CMOM at Home is pleased to bring you former New York Giants player Justin Tuck reading a book he wrote about how toughness comes in all shapes and sizes!

IDEAL AGE: 2+

Icy Chalk Art

Share your message with the world -- or at least your neighborhood -- and beat the heat with some frozen outdoor ice chalk.

It is never too early to help children express themselves and their feelings through artwork! Colorful and sensory-stimulating materials can help children unleash their inner artist and express their emotions through art.

IDEAL AGE: 4+

Express Yourself: Making Megaphones

Design your own megaphone to amplify your voice and raise awareness about community issues you care about.

Art can be used to express ideas and ultimately promote positive changes in the world. By giving children a voice through choice, opinion, feelings, and emotions, they learn that they are important and valued.

IDEAL AGE: All

Special Storytime with Troy Carter

Troy Carter, Founder of Q&A reads his favorite book about the many ways you can let your greatness shine through!

American Music Manager Troy Carter reads his favorite book about the many ways you can let your greatness shine through!

IDEAL AGE: 5+

Inside Me, Outside Me Portraits

Explore social justice issues like racism or gender stereotypes by creating your own paper plate portrait.

Children as young as three years old have been shown to exhibit gender stereotypes, racial prejudice, and preference for their own race. This activity helps children to better understand the complex issues related to prejudice and stereotypes, revealing why it is important to understand and talk about biased assumptions.

IDEAL AGE: 6+

Creating Collages Inspired by Artist Delano Dunn

Artist Delano Dunn featured in CMOM’s exhibit Art, Artists & You, explores racial identity and reimagines history! Inspired by Delano’s work, create a collage that uses color and found images.

Reflecting on our own race and identity, the Black Lives Matter movement, and current events, helps children interact with and understand the world, our neighborhoods, and our communities.

IDEAL AGE: 5+

Around the World with Soul Science Lab from Lincoln Center’s #ConcertsForKids

Create your own passport to cruise the friendly skies and go around the world with the performance Soul Science Lab on Lincoln Center’s #ConcertsForKids.

Encouraging an appreciation for travel and a desire to learn about different cultures helps children gain awareness and appreciation for others at a young age.

IDEAL AGE: 3+

Rainbow Wands and Songs with the Band Queer Kid Stuff

June is Pride month! Celebrate the LGBTQ+ community, diversity, and inclusivity by listening to the Pride Song by Queer Kid Stuff, then create your very own rainbow ribbon wand, wear your favorite outfit, and throw a Pride parade with your family.

During the month of June, cities all over the world hold Pride parades and festivals. Pride parades are where we can all express ourselves and be proud of the things that make us different and special.