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Cool weekend event alert! During a special weekend of programs at the Children’s Museum of Manhattan, kids and their families will have the opportunity to sing, play and learn with Canticos – a collection of bilingual classic nursery rhymes and songs from across the Spanish-speaking world brought to life through books, apps and sing-along videos that are available on NickJr.com.

This will include the chance to learnCanticos’ Little Chickies – Ricky, Nicky and Kiki – along with Sammy the bunny and Benji the elephant and his pal Lili the spider. They will also meet Canticos creator Susie Jaramillos for book readings, sing-alongs, and arts and crafts.

Read on to check out the full schedule below:

Read and Sing-along with Canticos
Join artist and Canticos creator Susie Jaramillo as she shares her favorite Canticos nursery rhymes and songs. Sing-along with Susie and learn about her journey creating memorable characters, books and cartoons.
Saturday & Sunday, Sept. 22 & 23 | 11:30 am, 12:30 & 2 pm | All ages | Ticketed**

Canticos Sing-along videos
Come check out the adorable world of the Canticos characters with sing-along videos in English and Spanish!
Saturday & Sunday, Sept. 22 & 23 | 11 am, 12, 1 & 2:30 pm | All ages | Drop-in

Meet the Canticos Puppet Pal
Ricky Chickie is an adorable little chickie who loves a good snuggle. Come meet him, get a big hug and even take a photo with Ricky.
Saturday & Sunday, Sept. 22 & 23 | 10:30 am, 12 & 1 | All ages | Drop-in

Create with Canticos
Get creative with Canticos! Find inspiration from the Canticos cast of characters and their stories to leave your mark in the Children’s Museum’s latest exhibit, Art, Artists & You.
Saturday & Sunday, Sept. 22-23 | 10:30 am – 4:30 pm | Ages 5 & younger | Drop-in