Gentle Separation Classes

Fall 2010 Classes

CMOM’s gentle separation classes allow children and their caregivers to gradually separate at their own pace, gently preparing your child for the preschool experience. Our experienced teachers facilitate a positive, nurturing separation between child and parent/caregiver. Children gain self-confidence and independence in a safe, stimulating environment while developing the skills needed for preschool readiness. All classes include a snack.

As part of CMOM's health initiative, classes will include activities developed with experts from the National Institutes of Health. This first of its kind health curriculum will introduce you and your child to fun strategies and activities that incorporate healthy choices into your everyday family routine! (In addition, all parents will receive specially designed activity handouts that they can use at home with their child.)

See the schedule below for our current offerings and click "enroll" to download an application.

Preschool Steps

Ages 2 - 3 years
In this class, your child will explore, investigate, socialize and build trusting relationships with his or her peers and teachers. Experienced and nurturing teachers guide children through a series of activities including art, music, science exploration, movement, dramatic play and group story time. This class meets once a week.

Preschool Prep

Ages 2 – 3 years
Providing the same wonderful learning opportunities and activities as Preschool Steps, this class is held twice a week for a more intensive preschool experience.

Fall Classes Age Dates Day & Time Instructor Tuition Enroll
Preschool Steps 2-3 years Sep 27 - Jan 24 Mon 11:15-12:30 Sarah Ackerman $525 member/ $560 non-member Enroll
Preschool Steps 2-3 years Sep 28 - Jan 25 Tue 11:15-12:30 Aaren McKen $560 member/ $685 non-member Enroll
Preschool Steps 2-3 years Sep 29 - Jan 26 Wed 3:45-5:00 Sarah Ackerman $560 member/ $685 non-member Enroll
Preschool Steps 2-3 years Sep 27 - Jan 27 Thu 11:15-12:30 Sarah Ackerman $525 member/ $650 non-member Enroll
Preschool Steps 2-3 years Sep 27 - Jan 28 Fri 9:15-10:30 Aaren McKen $525 member/ $650 non-member Enroll
Preschool Prep 2-3 years Sep 27 - Jan 26 Mon/Wed 9:15-10:30 Sarah Ackerman $1085 member/ $1,335 non-member Enroll
Preschool Prep 2-3 years Sep 28 - Jan 27 Tue/Thu 9:15-10:30 Aaren McKen $1085 member/ $1,335 non-member Enroll

 

About CMOM

About CMOM

CMOM inspires children and families to learn about themselves and our culturally diverse world through a unique environment of interactive exhibitions and programs. More »

Gala Events 

 

Thank you for making our 2010 Benefit, honoring Andy Ackerman’s 20 years as Executive Director of CMOM, a huge success! Because of your generosity, we were able to raise $1.2 million to support our exhibitions, programming and outreach into the community. Watch the video shown at our event!

At the event, Honorary Chair Laurie Tisch announced a new initiative to replicate CMOM's exhibits and programs in New York City public housing. Stay tuned for more details! It’s not too late to make a difference … donate here!

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Calendar

Workers in My Neighborhood Collage, 10:00am

ages 4 & younger

Celebrate Labor Day! Glue paper cut-outs of people doing different jobs in your neighborhood.
Kindergarten Readiness Skills: developing sensory awareness, color   recognition, fine motor skills needed for writing and creative expression.

Raising Citizens: Labor Day , 10:00am

all ages

Celebrate America’s workers who have contributed to America’s prosperity!

Clean-Up Together , 11:15am

ages 4 & younger

Have fun helping CMOM Educators clean up the PlayWorks™ Lab using music, sponges and brooms!
Kindergarten Readiness Skills: Developing listening and social skills, learning to transition from one activity to the next.

PlayWorks™ Circle Time, 11:30am

ages 4 & younger

Sing, move your body and use your listening ears to hear special stories.
Kindergarten Readiness Skills: Learn new vocabulary, build listening skills and learn to be part of a group.

Mural Wall Painting, 12:00pm

ages 4 & younger

Mix paint on the PlayWorks™ Mural Wall with your friends.
Kindergarten Readiness Skills: Science skills (color mixing and cause and effect).

Community Worker: Chef Ben , 1:00pm

ages 5 & older

Learn how and why Chef Ben from Arties Restaurant  does his job and watch him make Artie’s famous Reuben sandwich.  Create an artwork of your own neighborhood with cut-outs of buildings and draw the workers that make your community thrive! Unsweetened ice tea will be provided by Artie’s. Freedom’s Feast take-home materials included.

Workers in My Neighborhood Collage, 1:00pm

ages 4 & younger

Celebrate Labor Day! Glue paper cut-outs of people doing different jobs in your neighborhood.
Kindergarten Readiness Skills: developing sensory awareness, color   recognition, fine motor skills needed for writing and creative expression.

Community Worker: Chef Ben , 2:00pm

ages 5 & older

Learn how and why Chef Ben from Arties Restaurant  does his job and watch him make Artie’s famous Reuben sandwich.  Create an artwork of your own neighborhood with cut-outs of buildings and draw the workers that make your community thrive! Unsweetened ice tea will be provided by Artie’s. Freedom’s Feast take-home materials included.

Mural Wall Painting, 2:30pm

ages 4 & younger

Mix paint on the PlayWorks™ Mural Wall with your friends.
Kindergarten Readiness Skills: Science skills (color mixing and cause and effect).

Fantastic Face Painting, 3:00pm

ages 4 & younger

Get your face painted by CMOM staff!

Workers Unite!, 3:00pm

ages 5 & older

Learn about the origins of Labor Day through a short presentation by celebrated national children’s theater company, the Pushcart Players.
Create an artwork of your own neighborhood with cut-outs of buildings and draw the workers that make your community thrive!
Freedom’s Feast take-home materials included.

Clean-Up Together , 3:45pm

ages 4 & younger

Have fun helping CMOM Educators clean up the PlayWorks™ Lab using music, sponges and brooms!
Kindergarten Readiness Skills: Developing listening and social skills, learning to transition from one activity to the next.

PlayWorks™ Circle Time, 4:00pm

ages 4 & younger

Sing, move your body and use your listening ears to hear special stories.
Kindergarten Readiness Skills: Learn new vocabulary, build listening skills and learn to be part of a group.

Workers Unite!, 4:00pm

ages 5 & older

Learn about the origins of Labor Day through a short presentation by celebrated national children’s theater company, the Pushcart Players.
Create an artwork of your own neighborhood with cut-outs of buildings and draw the workers that make your community thrive!
Freedom’s Feast take-home materials included.

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