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July 2020
Virtual Little STEAMers: Songs & Sounds
Sing, dance, and count to the beat! During this class, little ones will learn about the different categories of instruments and what sets them apart. They will be introduced to sound science and basic musical counting through song! Participants will also create their very own instrument.
Through storytime, crafts, and hands-on activities, your preschooler will get to explore the building blocks of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math in this virtual version of Little STEAMers! Designed especially for children 3-5 years old and their caregivers.
Registration closes July 7. Instruction for this program will take place live on Zoom on July 9.All materials and supplies will be available by delivery or pickup before the workshop. Communication regarding delivery or pickup will be sent after registration.
Most Little STEAMers programs require some basic household and craft supplies, in addition to the program materials provided. We recommend that you have scissors, tape, glue, crayons, markers, pencils, and washable paint for your child’s use during the program. You may purchase a Craft Kit with all of these items directly from the Museum by adding “Craft Kit” to your order. The Craft Kit will be delivered or available for pick-up alongside your Little STEAMers program materials.
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Prepare for Virtual Little STEAMers!
– Virtual Little STEAMers FAQ
– Virtual Little STEAMers Caregiver Checklist
– Virtual Little STEAMers Social Story
Storytime in the Home
Join us on Facebook Live every Friday morning for Storytime in the Home! Each week we’ll read a new storybook, so check often to see what’s coming up. After the live reading, check out fcmod.org/blog for a fun craft you can make at home.
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Making access to early childhood education at FCMoD possible for everyone in our community!
Virtual Discovery Lab: Rocks and Minerals
Let’s “talc” about minerals!
In this lab, your family will learn about rocks and minerals and conduct an experiment to distinguish the two. Then we will use the Mohs Hardness scale to classify rocks, just like real geologists! Be there “ore” be square.
Get your lab coats ready and join us virtually for Discovery Lab! Discovery Labs are hour-long programs designed for families to explore a topic together. From dissections to coding, what will you discover next?
Registration closes July 8. Instruction for this program will take place live on Zoom on July 11. All materials and supplies will be available by delivery or pickup before the workshop. Communication regarding delivery or pickup will be sent after registration.
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Prepare for Virtual Discovery Labs!
– Virtual Discovery Labs FAQ
Virtual Playtime Pals: Astronauts
3, 2, 1… lift off! Get ready for some fun that’s out of this world as we use our imaginations to travel to space.
For Show & Share: Show us an item that you would take with you to space. Have this item ready to go at the start of Playtime Pals so that you can show it off to your friends!
Join FCMoD for a special new Early Childhood program… Playtime Pals! Through Show & Share, Imagination Time, and a Dance Party, your child will socialize and have fun with other children in a safe and welcoming virtual environment. Each week has a different theme for maximum fun!
Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the program’s start time. Capacity is limited, and registration is first come, first serve.
Please note: that an adult caregiver must be with the participating child for the duration of the program.
Image Credit: shop.genesisnorthwest.com/astronauts-training-summer-camp/
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Prepare for Playtime Pals!
– Playtime Pals FAQ
– Playtime Pals Caregiver Checklist
– Playtime Pals Social Story
Dino Dig Virtual Workshop
Become a Paleontologist on the quest to uncover the next ancient monster! Travel back in time and learn about the awesome adaptations of dinosaurs big and small. Then practice your own excavation skills and interpret a fossil for yourself. Can you dig it?
Registration closes July 13. Instruction for this workshop will take place live on Zoom on July 15. All materials and supplies will be available by delivery or pickup before the workshop. Communication regarding delivery or pickup will be sent after registration.
Night Skies of Fort Collins
Each week, join us on Facebook Live to learn more about objects and patterns you can see in the night sky! Take a guided interactive tour to identify stars, planets, constellations, and more in the skies over Fort Collins! Afterwards, you’ll be able to go outside for yourself and be a stargazing pro!
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Discovery Live: Ask a ________________?
Explore your world with Discovery Live: Ask a ___________! Tune in to Facebook live to hear from a variety of guest experts, ask questions, and discover science, history, and art happening in your own backyard!
Storytime in the Home
Join us on Facebook Live every Friday morning for Storytime in the Home! Each week we’ll read a new storybook, so check often to see what’s coming up. After the live reading, check out fcmod.org/blog for a fun craft you can make at home.
Sponsored by:
Making access to early childhood education at FCMoD possible for everyone in our community!
Martian Terrarium Virtual Workshop
Are you curious about the stars? Do you wonder if there could be life Mars? How do NASA scientists plan to search for life, and how will they bring humans to Mars to live and work? If you’re curious about these questions, and more, join us to learn about the new field of astrobiology while you make your own plant (planet) terrarium from home.
Registration closes July 16. Instruction for this workshop will take place live on Zoom on July 18. All materials and supplies will be available by delivery or pickup before the workshop. Communication regarding delivery or pickup will be sent after registration.
Open to all ages; designed for ages 10+. Younger participants may require parent supervision and assistance.
Virtual Playtime Pals: Rocks
Are you ready to rock? Show off a cool rock you’ve found, use your imagination to travel deep into a cave, and then rock out at our dance party!
For Show & Share: Show us an interesting rock you’ve found (safely and responsibly, of course). Have this item ready to go at the start of Playtime Pals so that you can show it off to your friends!
Join FCMoD for a special new Early Childhood program… Playtime Pals! Through Show & Share, Imagination Time, and a Dance Party, your child will socialize and have fun with other children in a safe and welcoming virtual environment. Each week has a different theme for maximum fun!
Registration closes 30 minutes prior to the program’s start time. Capacity is limited, and registration is first come, first serve.
Please note: that an adult caregiver must be with the participating child for the duration of the program.
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Prepare for Playtime Pals!
– Playtime Pals FAQ
– Playtime Pals Caregiver Checklist
– Playtime Pals Social Story