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Vol. 29 No. 3
REGULAR FEATURES
STORIES & SPECIAL FEATURES
Let’s Read! pg 14
Finding New Mexico Murals pg 6
Great Kids! pg 18 Kids’ Art pg 20
Colorful Public Art Abounds in Albuquerque and Across the State
Let’s Draw! pg 21
Home Learning Tips for Quarantine pg 10 -Make Your Home an Ideal Learning Environment
Young Scientist pg 22
-Make Family Read-aloud Time a Highlight
Kids’ Crossword pg 23
-Board Games
Resources for Online Fun & Learning pg 16 Summer Fun! Activities Directory pg 24
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Cover Story My name is Hailey Reynolds and I live in Albuquerque, New Mexico. I am a freshman at Sandia High School. I have two sisters Alyssa and Kiersten who are twins. In my free time I like to play softball. I’ve been playing for about five years now. I also like to draw, or just do something creative. I decided to paint this cow just because I saw it while scrolling through Pinterest and at home décor stores and decided it would be fun to give it a try. Sports and art have always been a passion of mine.
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urban phenomenon, most of them are clustered around Downtown and Nob Hill. Another option is to take a tour with ABQ Trolley Co. In partnership with MurosABQ, the company offers narrated tours of more than 50 murals and public artworks in the Downtown, EDO, Barelas, South Broadway and Nob Hill neighborhoods. Tours are usually offered on the second and fourth Sundays of each
Colorful Public Art Abounds in Albuquerque and Across the State By Tania Soussan From a fanciful and friendly snake winding along a downtown wall and a young girl reaching out to a group of chickens to abstract designs and New Mexico United players seen from behind, Albuquerque is home to a wealth of colorful murals. “There’s so much imagery,” said Sherri Brueggemann, manager of the city’s Public Art Urban Enhancement division. The city of Albuquerque has funded dozens of murals over the years and recently put out a call for artists to paint a series of new murals on 10 city-owned walls to showcase their love of Albuquerque. That “Mural Love” program is jointly paid for with state capital outlay funding and the city’s 1
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actually, painted by renowned Santa Fe artist Frederico Vigil. A few blocks down the street, several murals deck the walls of the old Hunter Ford building. One of them, Seeds of Hope, depicts the 16-year-old dancer Victor Villalpando listening to music and planting corn as another young man and an old man plant chile seeds and clean the ditch. Villalpando was killed by Española police in 2014, as he was about to enter New Mexico School for the Arts in Santa Fe. Roger Montoya was one of Villalpando’s dance teachers and a leader of the mural project. He said the mural showed “the need for men
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Home Learning Tips for Quarantine Make Your Home an Ideal Learning Environment By Jan Pierce You are your child’s first teacher and your home is your child’s first school. You spend a good bit of time every day setting the tone for behavior, encouraging first steps and pouncing on those teachable moments to mold your children into the happy and successful people you want them to be. But are you missing some opportunities to support your child’s learning? Kids thrive in a home that makes learning a priority and creates the proper balance between direct teaching and “give it a go on your own” involvement. Every child needs a different blend of the two. Some children need direct instruction before they’re willing to try something new, and others are raring to go without a lot of introduction. Here are some guidelines for making your home a comfortable place to work, play and learn, a place where efforts are valued over a finished product and where it’s just fine to try and fail along the road to success. Model a Lifestyle of Learning If your kids know you think reading, playing music or playing chess is cool, they’ll think so too. It isn’t the subject matter that’s important; it’s the fact that children believe learning new things is important if you show that you believe it is. So read some books, do some home improvement projects, learn to grow flowers or learn a new language. Your kids will notice both the effort and the expertise, but more importantly, they’ll know that you value learning. Provide Materials Children need to do hands-on exploration as they learn. They enjoy molding clay; they love cutting and pasting. When out of doors, they enjoy gathering materials and building forts. Parents don’t need to join in the creativity, but they can help the process by providing materials. Make it a habit to have a good supply of paper, pencils, markers, glue and all the other materials of artistic endeavors. Allow kids to use simple tools (with appropriate safety precautions) and marvel at their creations. You might keep a supply of old clothing and props for the dramatic sessions that take place after reading a particularly good story. Encourage kids to act out their favorite fairy tales or encourage them to write a book about their latest interest. Use their love for heroes to encourage creative extensions such as acting in a play, writing a poem or singing a new song. Expect a bit of a mess along the way. Creative processes are worth a few spills and piles of rubble. Follow Their Lead What are your children excited about right now? Do they love to
plant seeds and watch them grow? Do they want to learn how to speak Spanish or how to cook a pizza? It pays to notice the things your kids are interested in and support their learning in those specific areas. Be Their Cheerleader Whatever your children enjoy doing, you can be their cheerleader. If they love art, then make their next birthday gift an array of art materials. If they love to write, provide paper and pencils or a keyboard. If they love to play chess, learn the rules and play along. It’s easy to root on the sidelines of a soccer game, but it might require a bit of inspiration to cheer on a quieter child who enjoys reading biographies or studying insects. Find a way. It matters. Remember, you’ll always be your child’s number one teacher. Make the most of that role and create an environment in which learning is as natural as breathing.
Make Family Read-Aloud Time a Highlight Watch out parents! Having to stay at home with the family may force you to have quality time together. You may find that a family read-aloud time becomes a family favorite. Reading good books together supports all kinds of learning: vocabulary building, communication and listening skills, expanding imagination, building logic and problem-solving skills. Finding the right book for your family can be a bit of a trick, so here are some lists of quality chapter books designed to meet the needs of your clan. Remember that doling out the chapters is part of the fun and builds suspense, raising the question, how will the story end? For pre-schoolers through grade one. Remember that children can listen to and understand stories much more elaborate than they are able to read themselves. Find a good story and young listeners will be all ears. Here are some books for young children: Star Jumper by Frank Asch Horace Splattly, The Cupcaked Crusader by Lawrence David Aliens for Breakfast by Stephanie Spinner Pee Wee’s Tale by Patience Bruster The Dragon’s Tale by Jenny Nimmo The Littles by John Peterson Ribsy by Beverly Cleary A Toad for Tuesday by Russell E. Erickson For primary to intermediate age children Stories for this age group often delve into authentic topics such as divorce, death, or trauma, but with great care to treat the reader kindly. They also may offer great adventure, mystery or escape into alternate worlds. Where the Red Fern Grows by Wilson Rawls Bud, Not Buddy by Christopher Paul Curtis Old Yeller by Fred Gipson Have Space Suit Will Travel by Robert Heinlein A Single Shard by Linda Sue Park Hatchet by Gary Paulsen Because of Winn-Dixie by Kate DiCamillo The Wind in the Willows by Kenneth Grahame For intermediate to young teens (yes, teens will appreciate a good story) Teens who don’t often choose to read independently will enjoy a good read-aloud or an audio book with a compelling story. Don’t underestimate the power of a good tale. The Doorman’s Repose by Chris Raschka The Outlaws of Sherwood by Robin McKinley I Am Malala by Malala Yousafzai Hattie Big Sky by Kirby Larson Dragon’s Gate by Lawrence Yep Rocket Boys by Homer H. Hickam, Jr. continued on page 12
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Jefferson’s Sons by Kimberly Brubaker Bradley The Giver Quartet by Lois Lowry Okay for Now by Gary D. Schmidt A Long Walk to Water by Linda Sue Park If you don’t have books for your family read-aloud, there are many ways to access free literature. Go to one of the websites below to find free online reading. www.gutenberg.org www.bookbub.com www.manybooks.net www.bookboon.com www.audible.com www.openlibrary.com
Stay at Home Board Games You’re at home. Your kids are at home. Playing board games is fun and, let’s be frank; it takes up a big chunk of time. But…you’re tired of the games you have on hand. Here’s a list of age-appropriate games to bring a little friendly competition and a breath of fresh air into your family board game hours. Order online and have one at your doorstep soon. By the way, here’s some good news: playing board games is not only fun, but studies show that many are educational as well. In an article titled Board Games for Kids: Do They Make Kids Smarter? Dr. Gwen Dewar, an anthropologist who studies how children learn, concluded that playing board games enhances learning. Important academic skills are introduced and developed. Skills such as following rules, predicting outcomes, detecting patterns, making appropriate choices and logical problem solving are practiced. Social skills also are supported, such as waiting for a turn, paying attention and practicing good sportsmanship. Dewar also suggests that games relying solely on luck are not as educational as those that require both strategy plus a degree of luck. Here are some board game selections along with the skills these games introduce and reinforce. Zingo for ages 3+ This early learning game is great fun. It has a sturdy version of a bingo card and can be played at two levels of difficulty. Pre-readers learn to match pictures and place them on their card while early readers identify sight words and play until they can yell, Zingo! Games can be played competitively or as a group until all players are winners. The Ladybug Game for ages 3-7 This well-designed game is a winner. Kids love being one of the four color-coded characters and will learn to recognize numbers, count, recognize colors and even some words. All the while they’ll pick up facts about gardens and gardening. Bug Trails for ages 6-9 This game comes with colorful six-legged dominoes. Players learn to match colors strategically depending on whether they make a one, two or three-legged match. Great for color recognition, pattern recognition and simple game strategy. Pirates vs. Pirates for ages 8+ This swashbuckling game of swords and rewards requires players to go for gold coins while protecting their pirate. It’s a great beginning game of strategy with practice in calculated risk-taking. Aaargh, Matey.
Ticket to Ride for ages 8-12 This train-themed game is set in the early 1900s. The goal is to build your railroad track to connect major American cities. Players learn names of cities and gain map skills. They also get a sense of American geography. This game requires strategic moves as well as making decisions and long-range plans. The game also comes in versions for Europe, Asia, India, Nordic Countries and Africa. Forbidden Island for ages 10-12 This intriguing game won the Mensa Favorite Brainy Game Award in 2010. It is a game requiring cooperation and collaboration. The goal is to capture four sacred treasures before the island sinks. It’s a complex game for older players. The Big Fat Tomato Game for ages 10-15 Tomato farmers gear up to compete for the biggest tomato harvest. This competitive game reinforces basic math skills. Farmers work hard to grow their crop while fighting off varmints, weeds and even a dastardly Tomato Zombie. Agricola for ages 12-16 Agricola is Latin for farmer. In this highly strategic game players begin in a one-room shack and work to build a farm from scratch. What will you do first, collect stone or build fences? Trajan for ages 12-15 Trajan is a sophisticated development game set in ancient Rome. Players try to increase their influence and power in the realms of politics, trading goods and military domination. Made with beautiful art work and graphic design, this game won the 2012 International Gamers Award for strategy. Jan Pierce is a retired teacher and reading specialist who writes about education, parenting and family life. Find Jan at www.janpierce.net.
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Let’s Read Let’s Read Let’s Read These book reviews were written by Christine Laffler’s 4th grade students at Manzano Day school.
Tow Truck Joe Author: June Sobel Illustrator: Patrick Corrigan Publisher: HMH Books for Young Readers Ages: 4-7 This is a book about problem solving and being helpful. Joe and his
day, CRASH! The milk truck crashes right into the cookie cart. Find out how Joe and Patch help by reading this fun book for young readers. Saharsh C., 9
with a little help from my friends Authors: John Lennon and Paul McCartney Illustrator: Henry Cole Publisher: Little Simon Ages: 4-8 This is a book based on the popular
Beatles song. It is an ode to friendship. It is about a girl and her friend who spend a lot of time together doing things like ice skating and flying kites until one day her friend must move. I liked this book because after you read it, you will feel like you can do anything -- even have your best friend move far away – with a little help from your friends! Liam M., 9
Cape: The League of Secret Heroes, Book One Author: Kate Hannigan Illustrator: Patrick Spaziante Publisher: Simon & Schuster Ages 8-12 If you are a fan of superheroes and World War II history, this is a book for you. It is about Josie O’Malley, whose mother thinks that “when the world needs a hero, someone has to
Reaching for the Moon: The Autobiography of NASA Mathematician Katherine Johnson dog, Patch, go around the town greeting other trucks, motorcycles and cars. Joe and Patch also help vehicles that need a little assistance. They are a golden duo. While Patch does the smelling, Joe does the fixing. They go on this way until one
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Author: Katherine Johnson Publisher: Simon and Schuster Ages: 10 and older Did you ever wonder who helped get the first man on the moon? Well, it all began with an African American girl named Katherine Johnson. Katherine lived in a white, two-story house with her mom, dad and older brothers and sisters. She loved helping around the house. She also liked
going to school. Katherine loved math and it came easy for her. Throughout her life, she ended up using math more than she expected and it helped her get the first man on the moon! Kids should read this if they want to be inspired to take chances. I loved this book so much that I could not put it down. It made me feel confident in myself and what I can do. Gabriella S., 9
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become one.” Josie, a real fan of female superheroes and an intelligent young puzzler, finds herself a part of a trio of superhero girls who are helping the United States and its allies in their war efforts against the Nazis. Josie, along with Akiko and Mae, become the heroes the world needs to fight against dangerous spies, super villains and even bullies who live alongside them in Philadelphia. The trio is tasked by a secret society called “Room Twelve” to protect the remarkable female mathematicians, the ENIAC Six, who make up a group creating the world’s first electronic computer that has the code name Project PX. Inspired by female superheroes and mathematicians that Josie and her friends have long admired, the trio shows courage and strength they didn’t know they had and learn about what true heroism is. I recommend this book because it shows that not all heroes wear capes and that good deeds and bravery can save the world. Greer O.S., 9
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New Mexico Kids! Virtual Activities & Resources In place of our usual May/June calendar, New Mexico Kids! has compiled a list of virtual events, activities and resources for parents and children in May, June and beyond. Most businesses, schools, organizations and programs have Facebook, Instagram, Twitter accounts and YouTube channels and are easy to find by searching by name. As of press time, these links and resources were up to date, but as things are changing rapidly, sometimes daily, they are subject to change. Fingers crossed, the usual calendar will return for our July/August issue. To have your events listed for free in that issue, fill out our calendar form at newmexicokids.com under Advertise with Us.The deadline is June 17. Calendar listings are not guaranteed due to space limitations. All phone numbers have a 505 area code unless otherwise noted.
Arts & Crafts Cinco De Mayo arts & crafts activities can be found online at sites like education.com/activity/cinco-de-mayo, pinterest.com, mykidsadventures.com/cincode-mayo. Free Downloadable Coloring Pages featuring Blackfeet ledger art by John Isaiah Pepion is available for children or adults, johnisaiahpepion.com/blogs/news. May The Fourth Be With You activities and ideas can be found at sites like iheartartsncrafts.com/may-the-fourthbe-with-you-star-wars-activities-for-kids, carrieelle.com/may-the-fourth-activitiesfor-kids. Mother’s Day and Father’s Day can be celebrated at home with arts and crafts ideas and projects found on womansday.com, freekidscrafts.com, funfamilycrafts.com, cutesycrafts.com. Smart School House has a DIY section online with activities like “How to Make a Face Mask with a Filter,” and “Toilet Paper Roll Crafts,” smartschoolhouse. com/category/diy-crafts.
Cultural Centers & Museums Albuquerque Museum Online has family-friendly activities including art projects made from materials around the house, coloring pages, a video tour of the Jim Henson Exhibit, art collections and podcasts on their website and family friendly activities on Facebook, cabq.gov/museumtrending. El Rancho de las Golondrinas has added to their website trivia questions and profiles of famous faces in NM history, hands-on history activities, cultural crafts and traditional NM recipes, golondrinas.org. Engineering Resources for K-12 Educators can be found at the Engineering Student Success Center online with at-home activities, learn to code, STEM games, virtual field trips and STEM resources for COVID-19 with infographics and epidemic simulations, ess.unm.edu/programs/ future-students. Explora offers digital STEAM experi-
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ments and activities for all ages on social media with topics like agriculture info, food-themed science, animal feeding, Science Girl, Story Time and DIY experiments. New content is posted daily, explora.us. Georgia O’Keeffe Museum Creative Activities Online offers artistic and compositional techniques with familyfriendly activities like, “Abstract Watercolors,” “Bird’s-Eye View,” “Cloud Painting” and “Friends and Family Tree,” okeeffemuseum.org/education/ creative-activities. Indian Pueblo Cultural Center Virtual Culture Guide offers a selection of online resources that includes videos of the center’s cultural Native dance performances, suggested reading from the Pueblo Book Club and a short feature on the exhibits, indianpueblo.org/category/virtual-pueblo-culture-guide. Indigenous Wisdom: Centuries of Pueblo Impact in NM from the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center offers grades K-12 curriculum free to download including several STEM activities, cooking, lesson plans and activities, indianpueblo.org/learn/teachers. Institute of American Indian Arts offers a new virtual reality version of the exhibit, “Indigenous Futurisms: Transcending Past/Present/Future,” which highlights artwork that presents the future from a Native perspective and illustrates the use of cosmology and science as part of tribal oral history, iaia.edu/new-virtual-reality-vrexhibition. Museum of Indian Arts and Culture features objects and exhibits, research and collections, an online library, curricula and a Vimeo page that highlights Native Youth Film Camp, indianartsandculture.org. Museum of International Folk Art has an online collection of more than 130,000 objects from over 100 countries, lesson plans and online versions of past exhibits, internationalfolkart.org. National Hispanic Cultural Center offers an online collection on their site and social media platforms feature interviews, performances, lectures and footage from events. The Performing Arts Department has media content, challenges and at-home-activities for their “Circo Latino” students, nhccnm.org/permanent-collection, facebook.com/circolatinonhcc. National Museum of Nuclear Science & History’s website has a virtual exhibit called “Atomic Advertising in the 20th and Early 21 Century” and virtual tours of Manhattan Project Sites. The museum’s YouTube channel offers science experiments to do at home, educational content, museum tours and free family seekand-find guides upon request, nuclear museum.org. NM Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum has online exhibits, resources and other educational material including an online library, nmfarmandranchmuseum.org. NM Historic Sites Virtual Classroom consists of a pre-lesson packet and activities designed for grades K-4, 5-8 and 9-12 that can be accessed through the website
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and social media, nmhistoricsites.org/virtual-classroom. NM History Museum has seasonal content and various social media campaigns including a week-long series on historic fashion in NM, nmhistorymuseum.org/interactives.php. NM Museum of Art has family-friendly content, archives, videos, an online library, seasonal crafts and a scavenger hunt, sam.nmartmuseum.org/ collections, salsa.polarislibrary.com, rmoa.unm.edu. NM Museum of Natural History & Science’s website has online exhibits, resources and educational material as well as Story Time and an online tour of “Tiny Titans, Dinosaur Eggs and Babies,” and content on social media channels, nmnaturalhistory.org/online-exhibits. NM Museum of Space History has online exhibits, resources and educational material on both the website and social media, nmspacemuseum.org/list.php?cat=3. Santa Fe Children’s Museum offers “Museum From Home,” with educational info and projects to help children keep learning with videos, project instructions and 26 5-minute crafts, on their website. Virtual programming can be found on their social media pages and includes activities and a video of their new lizard, santafechildrensmuseum.org/visit/museum-from-home.
Dance May 9, Gala at The Hiland Theater and Gala at the Dance Barn fundraisers for National Dance Institute-NM will be held 5:30-6pm as virtual events. Gala presents “Our Dancing Feet” featuring more than 600 public school children in a year-end-performance. Gala at the Barns features inspiring video performances and testimonials from public school children, ndi-nm.org/events. Keshet Dance & Center for the Arts has a YouTube channel for online dance classes for kids from fitness classes to hip-hop and jazz, keshetarts.org. Dance Studios, many NM studios are offering online classes. Check websites.
Education and Tutoring APS @Home supports at-home learning for K-5th grade students and their families by broadcasting a weekday morning schedule of televised APS classes on their YouTube channel, newmexicopbs.org/what-we-do/education/aps-at-home. Free Online Classes Led by Live Instructors for K-12 can be found at Frog Tutoring with live online classes, frogtutoring.com/elessons New Mexico Educational Resources can be found at different websites that include NM activities, facts, coloring pages, games, printables and trivia, apples4theteacher.com/usa-states/newmexico, learninggamesforkids.com/usstate-games/new-mexico.html. PBS Learning Media provides free,
standards-aligned videos, interactives and lesson plans in such areas as social studies, science, preschool and the arts, pbslearningmedia.org. Read & Learn with Simon Kids offers social media posts and a YouTube channel with resources for parents and educators to help navigate distance learning at home. These include live read-alouds, videos with singalongs, Pinterest activities, activity sheets and guides for parents, simonandschusterpublishing.com/ readandlearn. Rio Grande Learning Solutions has a one-on-one reading program in an online format to help students gain confidence, boost self-esteem and jump ahead in reading with support training for parents, RioGrandeLearningSolutions.com, 321-4486. Santa Fe Public Schools website’s Our Coronavirus Updates Page has information for parents about distance learning, free food distribution for kids and links to learning resources, sfps.info. Story Monsters At Home is a virtual library continuously adding new content of free or next-to-free e-learning materials tailored to an at-home environment storymonsters.com/at-home. Tutor-Me has online ZOOM classes for help in math, English, science, reading comprehension, phonics, ACT and SAT test prep for grades K-12. Summer enrichment classes and camps begin Jun 1, 5528 Eubank, Suite 6, ABQ, mytutorme.com, facebook.com/mytutorme.
Libraries ABQ and Bernalillo County Libraries offers a variety of resources through abqlibrary.org/kidsathome. NM State Library provides online learning services through El Portal which includes online tutoring and homework help in English and Spanish with quizzes, lessons and standardized tests for all ages. Many state libraries are offering free WiFi access from their parking lots. The website provides an interactive map with locations, elportalnm.org, nmstatelibrary.org. Santa Fe Libraries offer a form to receive a personalized reading list from the library, home and online learning, eresources, info about videos on YouTube and info about waiving late fees. Also find webinars, live stream Garden Sprouts at Home, info and activities on Facebook. santafelibrary.org/library-services-during-our-closure, santafelibrary.org/e-resources. TumbleBooks are now available for free with easy to use databases, downloads and unlimited access. This includes Tumble Book Library (grades K-6), Tumble Math (grades K-6), Teen Book Cloud (grades 7-12), Audio Book Cloud (all ages) and Romance Book Cloud (parents and adults). Find the links at nmstatelibrary.org. and Rio Rancho city website rrnm.gov. Vista Grande Public Library has programs for children and families including stories and online resources, vglibrary.org/programs-for-children.
New Mexico Kids! Virtual Activities & Resources Science & Nature ABQ Zoo, Botanic Garden, Aquarium and Tingley Beach share flower shows, animal birthdays, enrichment activities and updates, art projects and virtual walk throughs and visits. Check website and social media, cabq.gov/ culturalservices/biopark. BioPark Connect has interactive educational resources for parents and teachers on the ABQ BioPark’s plants and animals with activities and resources focused on things that can be done at home, cabq.gov/culturalservices/ biopark/biopark-connect. Carlsbad Caverns Virtual Tour can be found online along with four other national park tours, artsandculture.withgoogle.com/en-us/national-parksservice/parks. Curiosity At Home from The Pacific Science Center offers content that includes DIY activities and experiments kids can do, social live-streams with experts, videos, tutorials and interviews, pacificsciencecenter.org/eventsprograms/curiosity-at-home. DynaTheater Films. Some of the films seen at the Natural History Museum are available to rent or own at home. The home versions come with related activities and educational materials, macgillivrayfreeman.com/educationalresources. Kidsgardening.org has opportunities for kids to learn and grow with gardenbased activities, lesson plans, crafts and a “Growing Ideas” blog. Activities include Kitchen Scrap Gardening, Leaf and Flower Prints and Hydroponics. NASA STEM @ Home gives grades K-4 a chance to build models, solve puzzles, color pages, play games, read books and build a rocket, nasa.gov/stem-at-homefor-students-k-4.html. National Recreation and Park Association offers guidelines for using parks and open spaces while maintaining physical distancing, nrpa.org. New Mexico Wildlife Center provides Stay-At-Home Resources and Virtual Visits where viewers can meet animals from home including hawks, falcons, turtles, snakes and owls, newmexicowildlifecenter.org/virtual-visits. Office of Archaeological Services explores how bows and arrows are made and activity packets combine exploration with critical thinking, nmarchaeology.org/education-outreach/educational-resources.html. Santa Fe Botanical Garden offers lectures and classes online, an app with virtual tours of plants, sculpturez and plant information, there is also a blog and a social media presence, santafebotanicalgarden.org. Science Never Stops is a series of videos with experiments and information from the U.S. Space & Rocket Center, rocketcenter.com/scienceneverstops. Sky Maps, the monthly map usually available outside of the planetarium entrance at the Natural History Museum, can be printed at home and includes a list on the left of the map pointing out events happening each night,
Skymaps.com. Smithsonian Learning Lab allows access to the institution’s resources and collections online by creating a free account, learninglab.si.edu. Take It Outside! The Pajarito Environmental Education Center’s online series has daily activities and challenges for all ages, peecnature.org/take-it-outside. The Lawrence Hall of Science, UC Berkeley’s Staff is producing science videos from home offering at-home activities for all ages. Find it on YouTube, search “The Lawrence at Home.”
Storytelling Bookworks Virtual Story Times occur on Facebook Thus at 10:30am. The event calendar can be found at bkwrks.com/event. Goodnight With Dolly is on Dolly Parton’s “Imagination Library” on YouTube and features Parton’s read-aloud series for children with appropriate content for events of this time. Michelle Obama will read aloud from children’s books in a four-week series called “Mondays with Michelle Obama.” The videos will livestream on the PBS KIDS Facebook and YouTube channel on Mondays starting April 20 and will remain available on the platforms, pbs.org. Scary Mommy lists links to nine virtual story hours for kids. Parents click on the links to find the story hour of their liking; includes picture books, celebrities including Josh Gad who was the voice behind Olaf in “Frozen’ reading children’s books, scarymommy.com/10-virtual-story-hours-kid. Storyline Online has a free digital library of 57 read-alouds by Hollywood talent like Oprah Winfrey and Justin Theroux to engage young viewers, storylineonline.net. Story Time From Space allows children to watch astronauts on the International Space Station U.S. National Laboratory read children’s books and perform science demonstrations, storytimefromspace.com. Story Time, Museum of Natural History & Science. Museum educator Misty Carty reads weekly Story Time books and demonstrates related activities on Facebook and YouTube, nmnaturalshistory.org.
Travel New Mexico True has travel info on their website for NM, park and forest information as well as updates on museums and events, newmexico.org/covid19-traveler-information.
Also of Interest Animal Humane of NM is temporarily closed but you can find out what they are doing to protect the pets, team, guests and visitors on the website. The shelter and Pet Food Bank are open and
there is an Amazon Wish List that allows people to donate needed pet supplies directly to the organization without leaving home, animalhumanenm.org. Grab the Mic: Tell Your Story, presented by Library of Congress, is a platform run by Jason Reynolds, National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature. It has a video series titled “Write. Right. Rite.,” and a blog series titled “GRAB THE MIC” where a passion is shared for storytelling while discussing topics like creativity, connection and imagination, guides.loc.gov/jasonreynolds/grab-the-mic. Genoveva Chavez Community Center has informational videos and workout from home videos, chavezcenter.com/covid-19. Homes.com has a blog that lists 39 ideas for kids and adults to stay entertained while social distancing, like creating art and sending pictures of creations to nursing homes to cheer up isolated seniors, homes.com/blog/2020/03/stayentertained-while-social-distancing. Jewish Community Center ABQ posts “At Home Workouts,”and live classes via Zoom on their Facebook page. Live and Learn New Mexico posts on its Facebook page activity print-outs, updates, recipes, resources and information relevant to children and families. NM Farmer’s and Grower’s Markets schedules, rules and availability are updating on a regular basis. Find a list off all NM locations, websites and contact info in one place. Check with each market each weekend for updated info, farmersmarketsnm.org/find-a-market. PBS Student Reporting Labs connects students with a network of public broadcasting mentors and an innovative journalism curriculum to develop digital media, critical thinking and communication skills while producing original news reports, studentreportinglabs.org. The Children’s Hour provides weekly educational and entertaining public radio programing and podcasts for listeners of all ages, created by and for kids and families. Topics include civics, science, culture and performance, ChildrensHour.org, 89.9 fm KUNM. VisitNewMexico is NM True’s YouTube channel which features NM True stories, experiences, TV, overviews and TRUE 360° views of places and events. Zayn & Zanya’s Little Farm YouTube channel offers content for preschoolaged children through an animated show teaching diversity, family values, the importance of hard work and how to be mindful and respectful.
Escuela del Sol Montessori’s Virtual Tour shows classrooms filled with a rich array of unique learning materials, stimulating intellectual curiosity and a passion for learning. Schedule a tour, EscuelaDelSol.org, 242-3033. Homes.com’s blog has links to topics like, “How to Balance Working from Home and Parenting While Social Distancing” and “Tips for Coping with Loneliness While Staying Home During COVID19,” homes.com/blog/?s=social+distanc. The City of ABQ offers info regarding COVID Health, Status of City Services and Community Resources can be found on the website and briefings and updates can be found on YouTube under One Albuquerque Media Gov-TV 16, cabq.gov. The City of Santa Fe and Bernalillo County offer Covid-19 updates and information regarding playgrounds, cancellation and other info regarding city closures, santafenm.gov, bernco.gov/coronavirus. PBS Programing and Online Content is meant to keep people informed and support families and educators with several resources: PBS Digital Studios YouTube channel offers a series “It’s Okay To Be Smart,” focusing on preventing the spread of germs; PBS Kids for Parents offers tools to support learning at home including educational videos, games and offline activities, pbs.org/parents; PBS Kids offers videos, games, apps and a link to a daily newsletter with activities and tips for play and learning at home, Pbskids.org; PBS NewsHour Extra provides up-to-date lesson plans from the PBS NewsHour Coronavirus coverage, featuring studentproduced stories and media literacy, pbs.org/newshour/education; PBS NewsHour Education Coverage reports on how the pandemic is affecting education, pbs.org/newshour/education. Resources for Parents During the Coronavirus Crisis has links and practical information including up-to-date information from the NM Dept of Health,newmexicopbs.org/what-wedo/education/coronavirus-resources-forparents.
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“Don’t be afraid to try something new,” advised 13-year-old Tanya Aguirre from Van Buren Middle School in Albuquerque. She and her two teammates, 14-year-old Dana Enriquez-Garcia and 13-year-old Ella Smith, took this advice to heart when they signed up to represent their school for the first time at the Future City Competition at the University of New Mexico’s Centennial Engineering Center last January. And it paid off. This all-girl team not only beat more than 30 teams statewide to win second place in the competition, the team also won the title of Best Virtual City by having the highest Virtual City score in New Mexico. In the award-winning Future City Competition, middle school teams across the country compete by creating their own cities that offer solutions to real-world problems. This year’s Future City theme was Clean Water: Tap into Tomorrow. Each competing team has several “deliverables:” members must design a city that solves a water-related issue using SimCity software, build a model of their city using recycled materials, write a 1,500-word essay describing the problems their city solves and finally, give a seven-minute presentation to a panel of judges made up of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) professionals. The regional competition, sponsored by Sandia and Los Alamos national labs, PNM and UNM School of Engineering, gave New Mexico students the opportunity to develop and use engineering skills, brainstorm solutions to city-wide problems and become more aware of civics issues. Annunciation Catholic School from Albuquerque won first place for the
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second consecutive time, and attended the finals in Washington, D.C., over President’s Day weekend. Even though they didn’t win first place, the girls from Van Buren Middle School said they are glad they participated. “It was a fun learning experience,” said Smith. They were given the opportunity to compete in Future City in their MESA (Math, Engineering, Science, Achievement) class. In preparing for the competition, teachers Aleli Colón and Janice Peters not only taught MESA students valuable skills necessary for the competition, but they invited community members, such as employees from PNM and Albuquerque Bernalillo County Water Utility Authority, to speak to their classes. The students were mentored by Sandia environmental engineer Chemanji Shu-Nyamboli. The girls named their city “Querencia,” a Spanish word that means a place where someone feels the safest and the most like themselves.
Dana Enriquez-Garcia, Tanya Aguirre and Ella Smith (left to right) presented their city “Querencia” at the regional Future City competition. Photo by Kay Snyder.
Querencia is a New Mexico-based city that has four regions: a bosque, sand dunes, a river and a winery. The city solves the problem of dissolved medicines in the water supply with a system of sensors and purifiers that provides clean water for its residents. The students solved other real-world problems as well. Their city utilizes biomimicry, with solar panels that follow the course of the sun. It also turns sand into fuel and features a hospital with extra doors to prevent the spread of germs that can spread sicknesses like the Covid-19 virus. Enriquez-Garcia, Aguirre and Smith said there were several hurdles to overcome before Querencia was ready to be judged. All three girls said one of the biggest problems they faced was relational. “We are all very stubborn, so we want it our way and it was very difficult,” said Aguirre. “We had to integrate ideas and opinions and then put everything all together.” Smith agreed. “We realized we had to actually work together and get over our problems from the past. And we are kind of close now.” Finally, after many reconciliations, months of hard work and one lost USB flash drive, Querencia was ready for the judges. Despite the difficulties, the girls said they would participate in a competition like Future City again. “It’s an experience. You can see the different varieties of ideas when you see the other cities,” said Aguirre. They hope some of their ideas can be used by real cities in the future. “Since technology is advancing, we’re hoping one of these things will come true,” said Enriquez-Garcia.
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Hiccups are loud, annoying, and can be embarrassing. What causes hiccups? They can arise suddenly, and just as quickly disappear. Or they can sometimes last for what may seem like a long time. Either way, the part of your body responsible for hiccups is a dome-shaped muscle at the bottom of your chest called your diaphragm (DIE-uh-fram). Our diaphragm separates our lungs and chest from our abdomen. Usually, our diaphragm works perfectly, and does its job of helping to pull air down into our lungs every time we inhale. Our diaphragm also helps us exhale by relaxing enough to allow the release of air from our lungs.
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But sometimes our diaphragm gets irritated in some way, which causes it to work improperly. When irritated, it pulls down quickly and jerks hard, which leads to involuntarily spasms. That in turn causes us to suddenly suck air into the throat, where it hits our voice box. The vocal cords in the voice box suddenly close, and a case of the hiccups is born. The scientific term for hiccups is singultus, which is a Latin word that means “to catch one’s breath while crying.” Certain foods can cause the hiccups, such as hot and spicy chile. Some people get the hiccups whenever they eat enchiladas or salsa. If spicy foods hit our airway or esophagus, our diaphragm starts to contract, and we get hiccups. Sometimes if we overeat and our belly is overfull, we can get the hiccups. Often, drinking soda can cause them. Anyone can get the hiccups, even babies in the womb. In the later part of a woman’s pregnancy, babies practice breathing. As they inhale, the amniotic fluid can enter their lungs, which causes the baby’s diaphragm to contract. The baby hiccups and the mother can feel the familiar, regular pattern of hiccups as the baby moves. Hiccups can happen at any age. Humans can get hiccups, and so can cats, dogs, chimps and horses. All mammals get the hiccups. People try all kinds of ways to stop the hiccups. Many people say to hold your breath for 10 seconds and then breathe, and they’ll disappear. Some people say if you drink water from the opposite side of the cup, it will stop the hiccups because drinking from the opposite side makes the abdomen muscles contract. Other ways of stopping the hiccups include breathing in and out through a paper bag or eating a spoonful of peanut butter. Probably the most famous treatment is getting someone to scare you unexpectedly. Almost all cases of the hiccups last for only a few minutes. Some cases can last for hours or days, but this is unusual. What is the Guinness Book of World Records entry for the longest case of hiccups? Charles Osborne of Iowa had hiccups from 1922 to 1990, lasting most of his life. Osborne was butchering a 350-pound hog that fell on him when his hiccups began. For a while, he hiccupped up to 40 times per minute. One day, when Osborne was 96, they just stopped. Osborne’s record entered the Guinness Book in 1983, and it hasn’t been beaten since.
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Summer Fun! Activities Directory Covid-19 Notice: At press time, programs listed in our directory planned to offer their services as detailed, but future pandemic restrictions may affect how and when they will be able to operate.
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Black Range Horsemanship Camp, PO Box 152, Winston, NM 87943. Phone: 575-743-1602 or 575-740-1778; Website: zianet.com/4jranch; Contact: Greg Evans, Camp Director; Email: 4jranch@zianet.com. A residential camp for boys & girls ages 8-18. 2020 Session: June 27-July 4 ($500); On the beautiful Chihenne Ranch, our program includes: horseback riding for all levels, hiking, arts & crafts, Indian lore, sports & games, rifle shooting, archery, cave and mine exploring, field trips, drama, skits and dancing. Hike at the Gila National Forest. Visit a turn of the century mine. Explore Ghost Towns. Serving boys & girls since 1991.
Belisama Irish Dance, Santa Fe & Los Alamos, NM. Phone: 505-670-2152; Email: belisamadance@aol.com; Website: belisamairishdance.com; Contact: Adrienne Bellis, Director. Belisama Irish Dance offers classes for the whole family to enjoy. Performance opportunities in the community, local competition and fun choreography classes. Ages 5 and up in Santa Fe and Los Alamos. We have a few new locations so check the website for details.
Hummingbird Art Camp, 104 Hummingbird Rd., Jemez Springs, NM 87025. Phone: 575-829-3060, Email: hmcjemez@gmail.com; Website: hummingbirdmusiccamp.com. Contact: Secretaries. Hummingbird Art Camp is nestled in the Jemez Mountains where nature, friends, and experienced instructors inspire creativity and fun. Six weeks of overnight Art Camp are offered in May and July. Campers, ages 8-14, explore a variety of art projects in different media, and contribute to installations or murals at the camp. The fun of summer camp in the mountains include fishing, water-walking, overnight hikes, campfires, moonlight hike to a waterfall. Skits & storytelling with a fun dance on Saturday night celebrating friendships that can last a life time. Campers stay in clean, comfortable dormitories, gather for meals in the dining hall, create art in studios and outdoors, and sing in the choir in the band shell. Explore the website and register online, view photos on facebook/hummingbird Art Camp or call for more information. Tuition is $685 + $50.95 tax and additional art supplies fee of $37.60.
Joy Montessori, LLC, 107 West Barcelona Rd., SF, NM 87505. Phone: 505-7950451; Email: joymontessori@icloud.com; Website: joymontessori-nm.com; Contact: Ms. Alissa, Owner/Fun. Let Us Help Create your Child's BEST Summer 2020 Childhood Memories, and we'll take care of the mess! Joy Montessori Summer Camps welcomes 3.5-14 year olds. Come Join Us! Each week is a different theme, check out the webpage for more details. Have a kiddo that loves Pokeman, Mindcraft, Legos or Harry Potter? There are many options for creativity within the other themes. Weekly camp sessions from May 11 to August 21. Themes include arts and crafts, gardening, talent shows, board gaming, soccer games, sprout-tag fun, learning Spanish, fun in the kitchen and many more. Ask about our No School Day camps and Parents Night Out throughout the school year. Summer Camps 2020: 9am-3pm. Aftercare available for additional fee. Weekly Rate $275 + tax. Drop-in Rate $15/hour. Sibling discount is 20%, third child 28%. Sign up for 3 or more sessions for a 20% discount.
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Little Earth School Summer Day Hummingbird Chess Camp, 104 Hummingbird Rd., Jemez Springs, NM 87025. Ashlynn Martinez works on her skills during Bosque School’s summer Guitar Studio. Camp, 321 W. Zia Rd., SF, NM 87505. Phone: 505-988-1968. Website: litPhone: 575-829-3060, Email: Courtesy photo. tleearthschool.org; Contact: Ellen hmcjemez@gmail.com; Website: hummingSouberman, Director. Memorable sumbirdmusiccamp.com. Contact: Secretaries. mer experiences for children ages 4 to Hummingbird Chess Camp is nestled in the 9, June 1 through Aug. 7. Five two-week sessions for all ages. Minimum enrollJemez Mountains. Children, 8-14, have expert instruction and tournaments. ment: one session. Four or five days per week. 10% tuition discount for children Chess Camp is Sunday to Sunday, week 3, June 14 through June 21. Other activiwho enroll for the entire summer. Art, cooking, weekly nature field trips, ties include fishing, water-walking, overnight hikes, campfires, moonlight hike to swimming, and games. Low student-teacher ratio. Enrollment limited. For more a waterfall. Skits & storytelling with a fun dance on Saturday night. Campers stay information or to request a brochure and pre-registration form call 988-1968. in clean, comfortable dormitories, gather for meals in the dining hall. Camp fee is $685 + $50.95 tax. Pandemonium Productions’ Musical Theatre Summer Camp! 6532 Camino Rojo, SF, NM 87507. Phone: 505-920-0704; Email: Hummingbird Music Camp, 104 Hummingbird Rd., Jemez Springs, NM 87025. pandemoniumprod@aol.com; Website: www.pandemoniumprod.org. Contact Phone: 575-829-3060, Email: hmcjemez@gmail.com; Website: hummingbirdmusicChris Leslie - Executive Director. Join our 20th anniversary season! camp.com. Contact: Secretaries. Hummingbird Music Camp is nestled in the Pandemonium Productions offers its musical theatre summer camp for ages 7Jemez Mountains. The Camp is family owned and operated and celebrated its 17, June 15 through July 26. Students study acting, singing and dancing and per60th year in 2018. Children, ages 8-14, receive private and group lessons, from form in a Broadway Style Musical at the James A. Little Theatre. Past shows new beginner to advanced musicians in band, orchestra, piano, guitar or voice. have included Frozen, The Little Mermaid, The Lion King, Newsies, Grease and In addition to recitals and concerts, activities include fishing, water-walking, more! Rehearsals take place at the New Mexico School for the Arts, Mondays overnight hikes, campfires, moonlight hike to a waterfall. Skits & storytelling through Fridays, 9am-1pm. Space is limited; scholarships available. Tuition is with a fun dance on Saturday night. Campers stay in clean, comfortable dormi795$ if paid in full. 100$ deposit required with registration. tories, gather for meals in the dining hall. A new camp begins every Sunday, May 31 to Aug. 2. Camp tuition is $685 + $50.95 tax. Rio Grande School Summer Camp, 715 Camino Cabra, SF, NM 87505. Phone: 505-983-1621, ext 2034; Email: summer@riograndeschool.org; Website: riograndeschool.org/summer/. Ages 3 years old — 6th Grade, weekly beginning June and ending August. 8am-4pm with aftercare available until 5:30pm. K-
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Winston, NM 6th Grade Camp: Weekly camps that integrate enriched learning experiences with play, creative expression and adventure-based learning. Morning, afternoon, and full-day options available. Campers attending the morning session will choose an enrichment class. The afternoon sessions will take advantage of our lovely 5-acre campus and focus on adventure education, design-thinking. Pre-K Camp (3 and 4 year olds): Each week our experienced pre-K educators, will design and lead child-centered activities that encourage discovery, imagination, and inspire creativity in a fun-filled, nurturing environment. The rich array of activities include gardening, cooking, dramatic play, art projects, water play and lots of outside time! Santa Fe Children’s Museum Summer Camp, 1050 Old Pecos Trail, SF, NM 87505. Phone: 505-989-8359; Email: children@santafechildrensmuseum.org; Website: santafechildrensmuseum.org; Join us for Summer Camp. Weekly camps for ages 6-12. Monday, June 15 to Friday, July 24. Camp starts at 9:30am and ends at 3:30pm each day. $285 per child with the option to purchase before or aftercare for $10 each per day. Limited scholarships are available. Register on our website or call for more information.
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Santa Fe Waldorf School, 26 Puesta del Sol, SF, NM 87508. Phone: 505-9839727; Website: santafewaldorf.org/camps; Juliana Werner, Administrative Assistant. Sunflower Summer Camps, for children ages 5-7, offer eight funfilled weeks. Explore, dig, plant a garden, climb trees, hike, look for bugs and rocks, play with friends and enjoy the freedom of sunny summer days! June 8 to July 30, Each week is 4 days, Monday through Thursday only, 9am to 3pm. Early bird cost $200 per week before May 15, $250 after. Waldorf Discovery Camps, for children grades 2 through 7, offer eight week-long themed sessions such as Modern Art, Fantastic Fiber Fun, Upcycle and Re-usable Creations, Travel the World, and more! June 8 to Aug. 14, Monday through Friday, 9am to 3pm, pre- and after-care available for an additional charge. Early bird cost $250 per week before May 15, $300 after. For more information or to register, visit santafewaldorf.org/camps. Santo Niño Regional Catholic School Summer Day Camp, 23 College Ave., SF NM 87508. Phone: 505-424-1766; Email: rchavez@santoninoregional.org; Website: santoninoregional.org; Contact: Robin Chavez, Principal. A unique and memorable summer day camp for children entering Pre-Kindergarten (4 years old) through 5th grade. Students will experience a variety of learning and fun that will nurture curiosity and confidence. Please give us a call for rates and weekly schedule. The summer program starts June 15 and ends July 13. Students may be dropped off at 7:30am and they may be picked up 5:30pm.
Albuquerque and Surrounding Areas 1st Class Learning Center, 5111 Homestead Circle NW, Abq, NM 87120. Phone: 505-898-5702; Email: 1stclasslearningcenter@gmail.com; Website: 1stclasslearningcenter.com; Contact: Leann C. Gordinier, Owner/Director. We are now enrolling! We have affordable prices and available discounts. No state tax. We accept CYFD. Ages 6 Weeks To School Age. Please feel free to stop by to have a tour of the center. Open Monday-Friday 6:30am-6pm. Our Mission Statement: To provide a learning environment that is safe, enjoyable, interesting and peaceful for all children, their families and community. Philosophy: We believe each child develops according to age and capacity, having the freedom to develop physically, socially, emotionally, and intellectually without any pressure. We also believe children learn best when rules and limits are clear and consistent. Most importantly, we believe that children learn best by staff members who create an atmosphere that is loving, warm, caring and friendly by which all children feel accepted, safe, and a part of 1st Class Learning Center.
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ABC Wellness, 324 Adams SE, Abq, NM 87108. Phone: 505-266-6039; Website: abcwellness.com; Contact: Mae Lynn Spahr, MA, Owner/Counselor. Ages: 18 months–adult. Mae Lynn Spahr, MA, provides a drug-free treatment alternative for children and adults who have ADD/ADHD, learning disabilities, autism, sleep disorders, anxiety, depression, stress, headache/migraine and chronic pain. Albuquerque Academy’s Think Academy Summer program, 6400 Wyoming Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109. Dates: June 1-July 10. Pre-K to pre-grade 12; 8am-3:30pm, Monday-Friday; extended care until 5:45 p.m. Lots of spots in over 300 summer offerings, including six-week academic-enrichment and fine-arts classes; athletics and aquatics; full-day recreational Day Camp with enriched activities (8am-3:30pm); half-day recreational and sports camps (noon-3:30pm). Think Academy Summer emphasizes active-learning for all ages through a wide range of engaging, cross-disciplinary options: architecture (featuring Design Studio architecture courses); languages; math and science; reading, writing, and literature; dance; drama; and visual arts. Extensive mid-school offerings include circus arts, water polo, video jazz dance, pump-track biking, persuasive writing, disc golf, ceramics, robotics, 3D design and 3D printing, steel drums, graphic design, app development, printmaking, life science, fencing, guitar, yoga, and Musical Theatre: Frozen, Jr. ThinkIt! July Summer Camp Want two more weeks of summer fun for pre-grades 1-5? Albuquerque Academy’s ThinkIt! Summer Camp program, 6400 Wyoming Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109. Dates: July 13-July 24; 8am-3:30pm, Monday-Friday; extended care until 5:45 p.m. ThinkIt! Summer Camp is modular, so you can build a part- or full-day schedule for your child based on your family’s needs. See the ThinkIt! camp offerings inside the Think Academy Summer catalog and at aa.edu/thinkit. Questions? Visit aa.edu/thinkit or contact the Think Academy Summer Office (858-8811). Think Academy… where children learn, sample, grow—and thrive! ABQ BioPark’s Camp BioPark, 903 10th St. SW, Abq, NM 87102. Phone: 505848-7180; Email: cvogel@cabq.gov; Website: abqbiopark.com; Contact: Cheri Vogel. Camp BioPark is for children, preK - grade 9. Learn science through hands-on activities, games and art. Join us to explore the fascinating world of plants and animals! Summer camps run June 1-July 24. Registration begins Wednesday, March 4 at 8:30am.
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Albuquerque Albuquerque Museum School Summer Art Classes, 2000 Mountain Rd. NW, Abq, NM 87104. Phone: 505-764-6502; Email: jvanesky@cabq.gov; Website: cabq.gov/museum-school; Contact: Jody Vanesky, Education Assistant. Send your kids to the Museum this summer! In June and July, Albuquerque Museum School hosts week-long summer art classes that will keep your children engaged and excited. Adventures in Art for children ages 4 to 6. ($65) and Youth Studios for children ages 6 to 14 ($125) explore a variety of media and ideas. Visit our website for more information and to register. Museum members receive a 10% discount. Ann Silva's Sewing Center Camp Sew Fun, 4520 Alexander Blvd. NE, Abq, NM 87107. Phone: 505-881-5253; Email: julie@annsilvas.com; Website: annsilva.com; Contact: Julie Hogan, Camp Director. Ann Silva's Sewing Center, 25+ years starting youth sewing adventures through Camp Sew Fun. Sign up online, call or visit us. We offer an outstanding selection of classes for youths ages 6 16. Age doesn’t matter. If your sewing experience is limited, the EASY classes will introduce age appropriate sewing concepts. Goals include machine handling, safety and building sewing confidence. INTERMEDIATES have confident familiarity with sewing machines. Goals include stitching accuracy while perfecting the project elements. Class projects are 1 to 5 days long, $24 to $120, plus kit fee. Sign up soon as classes fill quickly. STEAM training through sewing.
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Bosque Summer challenges the imaginations of students in grades K-12. Check out the exciting programs in each age group and sign up for one week or all eight weeks. Register for half-day or full-day programs. The choice is yours!
Ballet Repertory Theatre of NM, 6913 Natalie NE, Abq, NM 87110. Phone: 505-888-1054; Email: brt@brtnm.com; Website: brtnm.com; Contact: Katherine Giese, Executive/Artistic Director. Based on CDC recommendations, Ballet Repertory Theatre’s studio classes are now being offered online. Please email brt@brtnm.com if you are interested and check our website www.brtnm.com for more information. Bates Premier Beginning Taekwondo Ages 2-Adult, 3880 Menaul Blvd. NE, Suite C, Abq, NM 87110. Phone: 505-985-9091; Email: batespremiertkd@yahoo.com; Website: batespremiertkd.com; Contact: Coach Chee. Ages 2-adult, Mon-Sat, 4-8pm, taekwondo and fitness classes. Bosque School Summer, 4000 Bosque School Rd. NW, Abq, NM 87120. Phone: 505-898-6388; Email: zach.lang@bosqueschool.org; Website: bosqueschool.org/community-engagement/bosque-summer; Contact: Zach Lang, Bosque Summer Director. Build your own adventure with the flexibility of Bosque Summer. Join us for weeklong half- and full-day summer programs for students entering K-12th grades. Join students from across the Albuquerque metro area and beyond where imaginations soar through Creativity, Fitness, and Discovery at Bosque Summer! Our full-day camp is specially designed for students entering 1st-7th grades. This full-day camp is built on the pillars of creativity, discovery, and fitness with students taking one class from each section daily. The program culminates in a Friday showcase on the Bosque School campus for parents and families. Pick your passion with our half-day camps designed for middle and high school students. These half-day weeklong programs allow students to gain a deeper understanding of the topics they are most interested in. Whether you are seeking academic enrichment, creative adventures, skill development, physical fitness, or just plain fun, Bosque Summer has you covered! Voted Readers Choice in the Albuquerque Journal for the last two years in a row. Bricks4Kidz Albuquerque Summer Camp, 6001 San Mateo Blvd. NE, Abq, NM 87109. Phone: 505-231-9491; Website: Website is: bricks4kidz.com/newmexico-albuquerque-northeast; Contact: Robbi Andazola, Director. Come join us as We Learn, We Build, and We Create this Summer using LEGO bricks. We have many fun-filled theme days building all kinds of models with your favorite characters. Kindergarten-6th grade, Monday-Friday, 9am-4pm. June 13-17, June 15-19, July 20-24. $150 per student. Please make sure to send your little engineer with 2 snacks and a lunch. Please sign up on website or call. Cloud Dancers Therapeutic Horsemanship, Corrales, NM. Phone: 505.9261426; Website: cloudancersthp.org. Ages: 5 – 80; year-round programs; 30 and 60 minute riding classes; call for more information on classes/prices; scholarships available. “The best part is watching our child’s face.” Confidence, strength and emotional well-being improve with every Cloud Dancers’ moment. Cloud Dancers is in the business of “Improving Lives with Every Ride.” We do that by providing equine assisted activities, including riding, vaulting and ground work, to children and adults with physical, developmental, emotional and/or social needs. Cloud Dancers is an Affiliate Center Member of PATH Intl. (Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship International) and all our instructors are PATH certified. Imagine a child with cerebral palsy, a young adult with multiple sclerosis or a senior suffering from the aftermath of a stroke. Imagine again, those individuals on the back of a horse with a smile on their face and a feeling of independence in their mind. In a safe and fun environment, they learn riding skills based on individual abilities and goals, play interactive games on horseback and make new friends. Riders may gain more mobility, strengthened muscles, increased balance and flexibility, all the while
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having fun and experiencing the loving and non-judgmental bond of human and horse. For folks with social or mental impairments such as Downs syndrome or autism, we also see positive change in communication, hand eye coordination, balance and more. “Improving Lives with Every Ride” applies to everyone involved with Cloud Dancers — our riders and families, our instructors, our volunteers — we all feel better about ourselves at day’s end! Congregation Albert Early Childhood Center’s Outdoor classroom summer camp: Helping Hands: ourselves, our families, our community and our world! 3800 Louisiana Blvd. NE, Abq, NM 87110. Phone: 505-883-0306; Email: ecc@congregationalbert.org; Web site: congregationalbert.org; Contact: Dale Cooperman, Early Childhood Director. Ages: 2–kindergarten. Are you seeking an early learning community taught by experienced, qualified and nurturing early childhood educators who foster a love of learning, and where children learn that education is both fun and important? Join our FOCUS 5 star accredited school community! Since 1982, our school has provided families with inspiring and developmentally appropriate programs. During the school year, we also provide exciting enrichment classes that enhance our already rich curriculum. All faiths and families welcome. Our community is here to welcome you and your family! Call and inquire about part time and full time choices. Duke City Fencing’s Summer Camp, 2840 Girard Blvd. NE, Abq, NM 87107. Phone: 505-872-0048; Email: info@dukecityfencing.net; Website: dukecityfencing.net; Contact: Toby Tolley, Owner/Coach. We hold a summer camp each year to teach kids the Olympic sport of fencing. Our week long camp for beginners is a safe, fun and activity filled experience for kids ages 9-16. Parents are invited to fence on the last day of the camp to join in the fun! All gear is provided; the cost is $175. Get ready to watch the Summer Olympics and WOW your friends with knowledge of fencing! The dates and times will be determined in March. For more information, call Duke City Fencing.
swimming, field trips, Bible stories, sports, music and arts & crafts. Information regarding the camp and registration forms will be available in late March. Contact the Admissions Office at 505-822-5399. Space is limited. Huntington Learning Center, 8201 Golf Course Rd. NW, Ste. B-3, Abq, NM 87120. Phone: 505-797-3073; Contact: Sohale Mufti; Website: huntingtonhelps.com. Grades: K-12; Days/Hours: Monday to Saturday. Year after year we continue to offer children, ages 5-17, supplemental instruction in reading, writing, mathematics, study skills, phonics and related areas, as well as SAT/ACT test preparation. The positive encouragement of our staff and certified teachers combined with individualized instruction based on our diagnostic testing, is what we believe sets us apart and continues to make our program a success. Instituto Cervantes at the National Hispanic Cultural Center, 1701 4th St. SW, ABQ, NM 87102. Phone: 505-724-4777; Email: adxabq@cervantes.es; Website: albuquerque.cervantes.es; Contact: Amada Torres, Academic & Administrative Assistant. Instituto Cervantes is a non-for-profit organization founded by the government of Spain. We offer afterschool Spanish courses at our location or at your school, Mommy & Me, Zumbini, and a Spanish & Art Summer Camp. Our Spanish Immersion Summer Camp runs from July 6 through July 24, 2020. Classes for ages 2 years old to 12 years old. Registration starts March 1. Karma Tutoring, 526 Española St. NE, Abq, NM 87108. Phone: 505-256-9559; Email: SHutch1990@aol.com; Website: KarmaTutoring.org; Contact: Sherri Hutchins, Director. Online classes are now available! Karma Tutoring’s Summer reading camp is back and bigger than ever. Sign up now for June and July, ages 5-12, hours 9-11:30am, Monday–Thursday. That’s ten hours of Reading Fun every week. Our regular after school and Saturday sessions are also available, and suitable for all ages/subjects. Make this the summer that your child learns how, jumps ahead, or falls in love with reading! “Sing, Spell, Read and Write” is a nationally acclaimed, phonics based, total language arts program. It is affordable, fun, predictable and parent training is always included. Plus NOW at Karma Tutoring you pay what you can afford. Registration fee includes materials and testing. Fees can be paid monthly or weekly, and morning camp sessions are the same price as our regular group session fee! Every child deserves to know how to read.
Escape In Time Escape Rooms Tea Camps for Girls, 1100 San Mateo Blvd. NE, Suite 21, Abq, NM 87110. Phone: 505-386-1386; Email: kcox8@mac.com; Website: escapeintimeabq.com; Contact: Penny Cox A camper works on a “Create a Critter” project while Director. Little girls are cordially invited to join Lady wearing a “Hippie Purse” at Ann Silva's Sewing Center Penelope at Escape In Time as we study the Victorian Camp Sew Fun. Courtesy photo. and Renaissance ages! Imagine learning about Harriet Tubman and the Underground Railroad as we explore the secret passages in one of our escape rooms! Girls Keshet Dance & Center for the Arts Summer Session, 4121 Cutler Ave. NE, will dress up each day and concentrate on learning about the women of the Abq, NM 87110. Phone: 505-224-9808; Website: KeshetArts.org; Email: period, the crafts, art, music, dance, games and food. We will finish the week info@keshetarts.org. Classes for ages 2 thru adult offered. Ballet, with a Tea Party in our Princess Room! Our Tea Camps are designed for little Contemporary, Hip Hop, Jazz and Creative Movement classes. All abilities welgirls ages 6-12. We will have eight, weekly half-day camps beginning June 1 come. Mixed Ability/Adaptive dance classes available. Unlimited non-competithrough July 24; Choose from the Morning session (9am-noon) or Afternoon sestive scholarships to youth under 18 years and Work/Study program for adults 18 sion (1-4pm). Cost $250. years+. Visit KeshetArts.org/dance to view the schedule or call. Summer Camps for ages 4-18. To learn most current dates visit: Harwood Art Center’s Summer Art Camp, 1114 7th St. NW, Abq, NM 87102. keshetarts.org/dance/youth-camps; Contact: Ana@keshetarts.org. Campers perPhone: 505-242-6367; Email: artcamp@harwoodartcenter.org; Website: harform short pieces for their family and friends at the conclusion of every camp. woodartcenter.org; Contact: Dani Belvin, Programs & Education Coordinator. No experience necessary. Drop-off begins 8:30am, Pickup at 4–4:30pm; Before Harwood Art Center, located in downtown Albuquerque, offers multi-discipliand after care available and limited partial scholarships or sibling discounts. nary summer arts programs for youth in grades 1-9. Harwood’s summer pro$295 - Dance Camp Sampler (ages 6-14) During this fast-paced camp, dancers graming fosters creativity and curiosity in young artists of all skill levels. We will learn a little bit of a lot of dance styles, including Ballet, Contemporary, offer four two-week sessions throughout June and July with full and half day Jazz, Hip Hop and Musical Theater. $295 - Jazz and Hip Hop Dance (ages 6-14) options. At Harwood Summer Art Camp, students will immerse themselves in Feel the groove with the rhythmic steps and awesome music of Jazz and Hip the arts with a group of inspired peers and accomplished instructors. They will Hop styles. $295 - Musical Theater Workshop (ages 6-14) Build a show! Daily stuexperience a range of exciting activities in a positive, supportive atmosphere. dio instruction in jazz dance, plus they will practice their singing and acting, From ceramics and painting, to theater and dance, imaginations are unleashed. design costumes and sets, and learn a bit of dance and theater history. $180Summer Art Camp opens doors to new experiences and creative innovation, Little Movers Dance Camp (ages 4-5) - A half-day camp designed just for the engaging students in the visual and performing arts. Choose an adventure your youngest dancers. Dancers will take Ballet, Contemporary, and Jazz classes. children will remember for years to come! Register online at harwoodartcen$180 - Young Choreographers (ages 10-18) - Geared towards young creative ter.org. Session 1: June 1 – June 12, Session 2: June 15 – June 26, Session 3: June minds who want to learn more about the art of making dances. In this half-day 29 – July 10 (No camp July 3), Session 4: July 13 – July 24. Pricing: Full Day (9acamp dancers will learn basic improvisational skills, choreography techniques 4p): $475, Half Day (9a-noon or 12:30p-4p): $275. *Special Pricing: Full Day as well as exploring collaborations with others. Discounts for multiple camps $430/Half Day $250. Family Membership Discounts Available. Ask About are offered. Extended Hours packages and Day Rates are available, call for Financial Support. details. Hope Christian School Summer Day Camp, 8005 Louisiana Blvd. NE, Abq, La Esperanza, two locations: 5740 Night Whisper Rd. NW, Ste. 200, Abq, NM NM 87109. Phone: 505-822-5399; Email: Admissions@hcsnm.org; Website: 87114 (505-896 6764) and 1721 Wellspring Ave. SE, Rio Rancho, NM 87124 (505-891hcsnm.org; Contact: Gwen Hughes, Admissions Director. Hope Christian School 2755). Website: laesperanzacdc.com; Email: offers a Summer Day Camp for Pre-School (ages 3 and 4), Elementary RuthPorta@laesperanzapreschool.com. La Esperanza CDC is a 5-star nationally students (5 years of age) entering Kindergarten thru 5th grade, and a accredited Bilingual & Christian education program. We provide high quality Mid-School Summer Day Camp for students entering 6th, 7th or 8th care, and well planned and developmentally appropriate activities, in a safe grade during the months of June and July (closed July 4). Activities include
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Albuquerque and healthy environment. We employ qualified professionals to provide that care and teach and use the most effective research-based curriculum in early childhood education. We specialize in Spanish-Immersion for children from 6 weeks to 5 years of age. We also provide a Bilingual Before- and AfterSchool and Summer Program for children up to 12 years old. La Esperanza nurtures children in a loving environment allowing them to grow both in faith and learning. We are a year-round program open Monday through Friday from 6:30am to 6pm. We offer full time care and participate in the NM Early PreK, NM PreK, CYFD and Military child care assistance programs. Now enrolling for 2020-2021 School Year. Please call to schedule your tour today. Lil’ Kickers Summer Camp, 1311 Cuesta Arriba Ct. NE, Abq, NM 87113. Phone: 505-266-3653; Email: oscar@internationalindoor.com; Web site: internationalindoor.com; Contact: Oscar Sosa, Lil' Kickers Coordinator. Ages: 3-9 years (must be potty trained). The Lil Kickers Summer Camp is an awesome summer experience and a great place to cure summertime boredom. Your child will have a blast playing soccer, other exercises and physical games, as well as participating in prepared craft and science activities. Your child will have a great time spending a summer playing with friends and our experienced, fun, highenergy coaches! Lil Kickers Summer Camp 2020: Dates: June 1—June 26 and July 6–July 31. Half day and full day available as well as before and after care options.
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DANCE CAMPS (AGES 4 - 18) • Full day or half-day options
Learn more: KeshetArts.org/dance/youth-camps
Liz Sanchez Stables Horse Camp, 7622 Rio Grande NW, Los Ranchos, NM 87107. Phone: 505-898-1810; Website: lizsanchezstables.com; Contact: Liz Sanchez. Weekly Trot to the Top Summer Riding Camp sessions–better than ever! Sessions are Mon-Fri, 9am-3pm, June 1 to Aug 7. Extended hours available for additional fee. Children ages 5-15 come for a week or for the summer! Liz says, “It’s all about kids. They learn to be the best they can be.” Monday is Registration Day. Campers receive T-shirts & water bottles. Thursday is Photo Day. We are starting a Photo CD/Book for ongoing students as a history of their horseriding. Friday is Horse Show & Grooming Contest Day. At lunchtime campers relax in the whirlpool. At week’s end there’s a Graduation Ceremony & certificates are passed out. Quality before/after care available. Kids can give the horses a bubble bath! Group & private riding lessons available year round for all ages. Learn how to care, groom, communicate & ride. English & Western style available. Also bareback for balance. Riders progress at own pace and are placed in groups according to skill level. Visa/Mastercard accepted. “This is the place where people dream and horses fly.” National Museum of Nuclear Science & History’s Science is Everywhere Camp, 601 Eubank Blvd. SE, Abq, NM 87123. Phone: 505-245-2137, ext. 101; Email: info@nuclearmuseum.org; Website: nuclearmuseum.org; Contact: Lisa Guida, Director of Education. The National Museum of Nuclear Science & History will host "Science is Everywhere" Summer Camps for children who are in grades Pre-K and Kindergarten to 7th grade. These themed, week-long camps will take place May 26-Aug. 7, and they are designed to be both highly educational and fun for all. Sessions include "Rocket Science," "STEMinists: International Women's Space Station," “Row, Row, Row Your Bot," "Secret Mission: Operation Fun" and many more! Half-day camps for our youngest campers begin at 8:30am and end at 11am. Parents/guardians can purchase before- and after-care for those needing to drop their camper off at 7:30 am and pick up their camper between 11-11:30 am. Full-day camps run 8:30 am to 3:30 pm. Camp specific activities end at 3:30pm. The museum offers the option of purchasing before- and after-care beginning at 7:30 am. Activities during morning care are loosely structured. Afternoon childcare, with counselor and camp assistant oversight, is from 3:30-5:30 pm each day. Late fees apply for campers who have not been picked up by 5pm. The weekly cost for childcare is $35, regardless of use. New Mexico Shotokan Karate’s Karate for Kids, 2808 Girard NE, Abq, NM 87107. Phone: 505-872-0725; Email: info@nmsk.org; Website: nmsk.org; Contact: Sensei Randy Sanders. All ages. A family oriented Martial Arts Studio for fun and fitness. Students learn self-defense, develop awareness of one’s surrounding, increase coordination, flexibility, build self-confidence, self-esteem, discipline and respect. ongoing enrollment. New Student Special. Students learn about Japanese Martial Arts, culture and language as part of their martial arts training. Students are given the opportunity to participate in state, national and international competitions. New Mexico Young Actors, Inc. Summer Theater Workshop, 7001 San Antonio Dr. NE, Abq, NM 87109. Phone: 505-821-8055, Email: info@nmyoungactors.org; Website: nmyoungactors.org; Contact: Paul Bower, Executive Director. NMYA offers its popular summer Musical Theater Workshop and Drama I classes for students ages 9—19, June 1—25. The Musical Theater Workshop meets Mon—Thurs, 1—3:30pm; students learn acting, singing, and dancing from professional artists and will prepare a program of musical classics ($410). The Drama I class meets Mon—Thurs, 3:30—5:30pm; students learn the basics of acting and present a scenes program ($330). Register for both & receive a 20% discount!
DANCE CLASSES (AGES 2 THRU ADULT) • Including Fine Wine Dance (age 55+) and Mixed-Ability/ Adaptive Dance options • Weekly classes for the Summer session are held Tues/Thurs/Sat
Learn more: KeshetArts.org/dance
KeshetArts.org | 505.224.9808 4121 Cutler Ave NE, ABQ 87110
Albuquerque
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Painted Iguana Art Classes: Summer Painting for Kids! 142 Big Horn Ridge Ct. NE, Abq, NM 87122. Phone: 505-720-1906; Email: paintediguana@gmail.com; Website: paintediguana.com; Contact: Theresa Hall, Artist & Educator. ***Stay tuned on the website (or call) for possible art class changes in regards to COVID-19. The studio is looking at smaller class sizes and possible video instruction. Paint parties designed just for kids! Parents, help foster a love of the arts in your child - and you'll be able to fill your home with their acrylic creations this summer. Session I - Magical Manatees, II Elephants on Parade, III Kaboom over Disney Skies, IV Hummingbirds! Choose from up to four painting sessions during June & July. Each one of the fours sessions lasts two weeks. Come once per week, each two-week session - perfect for swim team members & traveling families. Each class lasts two hours each week. Choose your day to attend: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday, from 24pm. Supplies are always included - brushes, acrylics, canvas, & students receive instruction on brush use, color mixing, & sketching. Which painting will you choose of the four FUN paintings? Call for session dates, or check the website. Cost: $60 per session/2 class dates/2 weeks. Always customized & encouraging art instruction for children ages 6-16. Come see why art is the adventure children never want to end in Painted Iguana Art Classes!
SpringStone Montessori Schools, Abq and Rio Rancho, NM. Website: springstonekids.com. Nationally accredited schools accepting children infant–6 years. Schools are open Mon-Fri, 6:30am–6pm. Four state-of-the-art facilities: N. Abq Acres–7940 Carmel Ave NE, 505-821-8181; UNM Area–1615 Randolph Ct. SE, 505-242-1234; Paradise Hills–4598 Paradise Blvd. NW, 505-897-8111; Rio Rancho–2441 Grande SE, 505-994-8111. Enrichment Programs. Sunset Mesa Preschool Summer Zone, 2900 Morris St. NE, Abq, NM 87112. Phone: 505-298-7626; Website: sunset-mesa.com; Contacts: Renee Humphrey or Nicole Maxwell, Preschool Office Assistants. Join the magic and adventure of our Preschool Summer Zone for children ages 2½-6. Exciting full and half day programs, with before and after care available. Enter our "Summer Zone" for preschoolers, with class choices such as: Creative Kids, Gardening and STEM Adventures, The ABC’s of STEM, and Summer Bookworms. Preschool Summer Zone runs four weeks, June 1 through June 26, from 9am to 3:30pm. Children enrolled for a full day should bring a morning and afternoon snack, water bottle, lunch and a drink. Tutor-Me, 5528 Eubank NE, Ste. 6, Abq, NM 87111. Phone: 505-307-4170; Contact: Sandra Akkad, Founder. Web site: mytutorme.com. Tutor-Me is currently offering online ZOOM classes in all subjects specializing in grades K-12. Tutor-Me is a premier learning center that offers a hands-on approach when helping students with all math, English, reading comprehension, phonics, science, ACT, SAT, PSAT, Arabic, Spanish, and French and more. We stimulate & motivate while enriching and helping our students. Tutor-Me provides a safe, conducive, and nurturing environment. We offer a free trial. Check us out on Facebook at facebook.com/mytutorme.
Platinum Performance Horses, 6414 Lagunitas Rd. SW, Abq, NM , 87105. Phone: 505-480-6000; Email: mariah.wilson88@yahoo.com; Contact: Mariah Wilson. Website: PlatinumHorses.com. Enrolling now for summer camps. At Platinum Performance Horses, our philosophy on training for both Campers with New Mexico Young Actors perform Peter Pan. Courtesy photo. horses and their people provides an excellent, safe environment for kids of all ages to learn and enjoy their summer time with the magic of horses! Our horses and program are very versatile offering a UNM Children's Campus 2020 Summer Camp, 1210 University Blvd. NE, Abq, range of activities. Well-behaved horses and knowledgeable instructors make NM 87102. Phone: 505-277-3365; Email: weecare@unm.edu; Website: for a SAFE experience that will enhance a child's ability to learn and grow as childcare.unm.edu; Contact: Tara Erkman, Special Programs. Two week Schooltheir confidence grows and thrives. We ride, groom, learn horse care and manAge and Middle School Summer Camp Sessions from 8am - 5:30pm daily. All agement and create crafts and of course, PLAY meals included. FREE summer camp gear with registration. Call 505-277-3365 or visit childcare.unm.edu for more details. Rio Grande Learning Solutions Dyslexia Bootcamp, 10401 Montgomery Parkway NE, Abq, NM 87111. Phone: 505-321-4486; Email: riograndelearningsoluYouth Development Inc. Head Start, 516 1st St. NW, Abq, NM 87102. Phone: tions@gmail.com; Website: riograndelearningsolutions.com; Contact: Melanie 505-212-7239; Email: epadilla@ydinm.org; Website: ydinm.org; Contact: Ernestine Overbay Owner/Facilitator. Do you want to spend your entire summer with Padilla. Early Head Start/Head Start are two of the most successful federal tutoring, just to maintain/not lose reading gains? Or do you want to spend one childhood education programs ever created. They promote the school readiweek and jump ahead? One-on-one, multi-sensory, strength-based, & confiness of children ages 0-5 from low-income families by enhancing their cognidence-boosting program! Ages 6 and up. tive, social and emotional development. YDI has more than 30 centers throughout New Mexico and is completely free. Sandia Preparatory School’s SummerPrep, 532 Osuna Rd. NE, Abq, NM 87113. Phone: 505-338-3045; Email: summerprep@sandiaprep.org; Website: sumInformation for this directory comes from the advertisers and does not constitute an merprep.org; Contact: Andrew O'Cleireachain, SummerPrep Director. The Fun endorsement by New Mexico Kids! Starts at SummerPrep! SummerPrep, Sandia Prep’s summer program, runs from June 1 - July 10 for students from any school in grades pre-k through high school. With over 60 academic, tech, art, and athletic classes to choose from, students can look forward to learning new skills, crafting talents, and discovering interests. Returning favorites include Minecraft, Hogwarts School, NinjaForce, and Weird and Wacky Science. New classes include: Architectural Exploration, Video Game Design, and full theater productions of Moana JR. and Wizard of Oz. Before and after-care programs are available with individualized schedules for each student. View catalog and register at summerprep.org. Sol Acting Studios Make-A-Movie Camp & Comedy Showcase Camp, 5500 San Mateo Blvd. Ste. 114, Abq, NM 87109. Phone: 505-881-0975; Email: info@solacting.com; Website: solacting.com/youth.html; Contact: Ron Weisberg - Instructor. Join our make-a-movie camp and learn techniques for on camera acting as well as script creation and go from script to screen and make a movie in one week! Then join our Comedy Showcase Camp and learn the secrets of comedy by creating a show and performing it at the end of the week for friends and family! Ages 7-11 and 12-16, several options throughout the summer, 10am to 4pm, Mon-Fri. Movie Camps: $350, Comedy Camps: $300! Southwest Secondary Learning Center’s Camp Smart Lab, 10301 Candelaria Rd. NE, Abq, NM 87112. Phone: 505-296-7677; Email: denisedixson@sslc-nm.com; Website: sslc-nm.com; Contact: Denise Dixson. Camp Smart Lab is a S.T.E.A.M. Camp for students in grades 4th-8th. Featuring Robotics, Graphic Design, Engineering and Coding classes. June 1-5 & June 8-12, full day and half day sessions available. Starting at $129 per half day class. Class descriptions available at sslc-nm.com.
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Now Enrolling for Summer Camps! Expanded dates and single day experiences available NOW Horsemanship and Riding Lessons Beginner to National Level Youth Program Experienced Show Horses Available for Lease
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Albuquerque/Rio Rancho
New Mexico Young Actors Summer Theater Workshop June 1—25, 2020
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