The CMoR Blog

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Woman wearing a patterned face mask and red headband. Face covering for protection.

Why are people wearing masks? Why are people covering their faces?

April 25, 2020

Sometimes our toddlers ask us questions that are hard to answer—especially when we’re not sure what the right answer is, like the situation many communities are facing with COVID-19 (Novel Coronavirus).

Happy Earth Day! Woman hugging a tree. Tree-hugger enjoying nature. Environmental awareness.

Happy Earth Day!

April 22, 2020

Our Director of Education, Krista Dawson shares some peeks into her yard and some ideas for celebrating Earth Day!

Cling wrap watercolor art. Abstract design with pink, blue, and green hues. Hand holding painted paper.

Cling Wrap Watercolor

April 22, 2020

Transform marker art into a surprise watercolor with this simple technique using materials you have at home!

Woman and child at retro diner counter. Dinner discussions in a cafe setting.

Dinner Discussions

April 20, 2020

Engage your kids with some lively dinner conversation starters.

Woman navigating a red tape indoor maze in a hallway. Fun family activity.

Indoor Jumbo Maze

April 18, 2020

Got kiddos with extra energy? Get them involved in creating a super size maze like our educator Hilary and then move those bodies- Over! Under! Let’s GO!!

DIY paint brush. Hand holds homemade brush with pink paint. Art supplies, paint palette.

Make a Paint Brush

April 16, 2020

No paint brush at home? No problem! Art Studio Coordinator, Cameron Booth, walks us through ways to create a paint brush with things found around the house and in the…

Jelly bean structure with toothpicks on a yellow plate. Fun activity with candy.

Jelly Bean Fun

April 14, 2020

A sneaky way to make leftover Easter candy a learning activity!

Celery osmosis experiment. Celery stalk in a jar of colored water, demonstrating water absorption for a science project.

All About Osmosis!

April 11, 2020

Educator, Hilary, is teaching us all about Osmosis! What a big word- I wonder what it means? You can re-create this experiment at home! Be sure to share your photos…

Dinosaur fossil activity. Tray with dinosaur fossils, toy dinosaurs, and brushes for excavation. Paleontology dig.

Dinosaur Fossil Activity

April 10, 2020

Do you love dinos? We sure do! This fun activity will turn ever child into a paleontologist! Salt Dough Dinosaur Fossils Materials 2 1/2 Cups of All Purpose Flour or…

Woman holding a decorated egg. Easter egg decorating.

Decorating Eggs

April 9, 2020

It is almost Easter and that means it’s time to decorate Easter Eggs! Join Hillary as she explores different ways to dye eggs with materials found around the house! How…