Educators Guide

EPISODE 151R

WONDERAMA is the place for songs, life hacks for kids, history and messy games. Columbia High School in Maplewood, New Jersey is the home to the acapella group UNACCOMPANIED MINORS. They join us for a rendition of “Tightrope” by Janelle Monae.

Women’s role in American history is the focus of our Questions of the Day. One is about the 19th Amendment to the Constitution which gave women the right to vote. Was it passed in 1904, 1920 or 1954? The correct answer is 1920. Staying with women, the second quiz asked who was the first African American women elected to the House of Representatives? The answer was from the 12th District in New York, Congresswoman Shirley Chisholm. Elected in 1968, then in 1972 she was the first African American woman to seek to be a national party’s candidate for President,

Organizational Hacks are the topic of the special demonstration from sisters and LIFE HACKS for KIDS Gillian and Angeline. “Hang-In There Baskets” are made from twine, baskets, scissors and Bobby pins. And “Hanger Hooks” made with wooden hangers, spray paint and a hot glue gun. After getting organized, WONDERAMA turns to fun and games with the messy Circle of Pies and the Banana Bath. “Me to Be Me” is the performance from the 16-year-old Country Music singer-songwriter Brennley Brown, who gained national fame appearing on THE VOICE.

EPISODE 150R

WONDERAMA is the place for dance and young inventors and we “Go to the dogs”. I Love Dance starts the program with K-Pop dance performance to “BBoom BBoom”. The group of young performers from various backgrounds not only learn to dance, but also socialize and share their cultural varieties.

In a segment called WONDERAMA INVENTION CONVENTION, we were joined by four young people and their new inventions. Kate Lampo, a finalist for the Discovery Education 3M Young Scientist Challenge,

presents the Lawn Bot to help reduce the amount of water wasted during lawn care. Lily Born, who noticed her grandfather, who has Parkinson’s Disease, was often spilling water, she created the Kangaroo Cup. She now sells these stackable plastic cups. Jay Lambert, the winner of the Provisional Patent award for the National Invention, has created No-Prank Pumpkin for a way to deal with the distribution of candy at Halloween. Dominic DiGravio was one of the shortest kids in his grade. To rectify this concern, he created the Shortie-No-More 360, an elevated shoe to increase his height.

Fun and games are also part of this WONDERAMA episode with the Dog’s Dinner and the Questions of the Day dealing with Man’s Best Friend. Callie asks about the so-called “Nanny Dog”. The special affection comes from a Pit Bull, though we can all love the German Shepard and Poodle. Coco and Breezy tell about their dog “Bear” and his sense of smell when they were cooking. They share the fact that dogs have a very acute sense of spell that is 10,000 times that of each of us. Street Justice Crew brings to WONDERAMA a special conclusion performing to Cardi B and Bruno Mars’ “Finesse”. The sibling breakdance crew is comprised of Shafar, Nassim and Nadjaya

EPISODE 149R

WONDERAMA highlights diverse performances from Bluegrass to Native American Hoop Dance, along with healthy food preparation, fun games and the Questions of the Day. Master Chef Jr. Mark Coblentz prepares a fresh berry sauce that can be used for yogurt parfaits or over

pancakes or toast. Less healthy is the fun game CIRCLE OF PIES, while the other competition is SOCCER SLOPPER with the team with most goals winning the Wonder Prize.

The Question of the Day deals with population totals. Callie asks which country has the largest population? Asking whether the largest number of residents are in Japan, China or Russia. The answer is China with 1.4 billion with India the second most India with 1.3 billion. Coco and Breezy ask which country has the least residents. The answer is Vatican City (the home of the Pope) with around 1,000 people. The episode begins with a rousing live performance of an original hip-hop and blue grass mashup from the five- member Sleepy Man group. WONDERAMA concludes with a very special performance. The circle of life is sacred to Native people. The Pueblo of Pojoaque Youth Hop Dancers program focuses on traditional hoop dance in which each of these young dancers display images of animals, plants and other traditional symbols in Native American culture.

EPISODE 163

WONDERAMA presents another special episode presenting THE BEST OF MUSIC. We are bringing back some of the best performers from this season as we showcase the performing arts. Live performances are always special on WONDERAMA.

In this episode, performing an original song, a group of young people from Staten Island, New York ranging in age from 15-19-years-old make up the rock band called

GIFFORDS LANE. Next, on the WONDERAMA stage is a viral sensation with the release of her music video, BROOKLYN QUEEN performing that original song “Keke Taught Me”.

The band RECESS is a one-of-a-kind mixture of all the group’s role models making them unique performers from this Pop-Rock-Alternative group. They are presenting their original song: “Story Goes”. And we also have a special performance from 18-year-old singer CHRISTIAN GUARDINO singing his take on the JOURNEY song: “Don’t Stop Believin”.

The Questions of the Day are all about inventions and light. Callie asks about the inventor of the light bulb (Thomas Edison). While Coco and Breezy talk about another famous American Benjamin Franklin and his work with electricity and the lightning rod. He also was the inventor of the aptly named Franklin stove and created bifocal glasses.

WONDERAMA viewers are then treated to a special live performance from THE MARCHING COBRAS DRUMLINE and DANCELINE. They are part of a program that promotes leadership, teamwork, physical fitness and a strong focus on character development.

EPISODE 148R

Another WONDERAMA episode with a variety of performances from Hip-Hop dance, singing, and martial arts, along with games and the Questions of the Day. From

Miami, Florida is an outstanding group of young people performing to “Dade Crew”, we are joined the Hip Hop Kidz.

The Solar System is the key topic of our questions. Callie asks about the size of the sun in relation to the earth. Is it twice as big, a million or a billion times bigger than earth? The answer is the sun is a million times bigger than the earth. Coco and Breezy continue exploring the solar system asking temperature wise which is the hot planet. Some might guess the sun, but it is not a planet. The answer is Venus with a temperature over 900 degrees.

Demonstrating her skills in the martial art of Tae-Kwon Do this young lady is a Five-time Champion and Second Degree Black Belt. Channah Zeitung performed a series of moves to “Real Wild Child” and then instructed David Osmond in the use of the bo staff. Members of the studio audience took part in the games Circle of Pies and the Q&A of the Pea Soup Plunge.

WONDERAMA was treated to a live performance of an original tune by Singer and Guitarist from Atlanta, Georgia Ella Collier to conclude the episode.

EPISODE 162

This WONDERAMA episode deals with the “BEST OF DEMO” including the culinary arts, life hacks and science. Joining us are our favorite kid chefs. Master Chef Jr Cydney Sherman has recipes that she has adapted preparing meals in a dairy free and gluten free household. She presents a healthy bubble tea using tapioca pearls, fresh mango juice, strawberries, and coconut milk. Master Chef Jr. Mark Coblentz prepares a fresh berry sauce that can be used for yogurt parfaits or over pancakes or toast. More healthy options are highlighted in a cooking demonstration by Quani Pointer from Master Chef Junior, he comes to WONDERAMA from Lawrenceville, Georgia to create Zucchini Noodles using vegetables as an alternative to pasta.

Organizational Hacks are the topic of the special demonstration from sisters and LIFE HACKS for KIDS Gillian and Angeline. “Hang-In There Baskets” are made from

twine, baskets, scissors and Bobby pins. And “Hanger Hooks” made with wooden hangers, spray paint and a hot glue gun.

Our questions of the day deal with special women in science, Callie asks about the first women to win the Nobel Prize. It was Madame Curie who won in 1903 for her work in physics and again 8 years later in chemistry. Coco & Breezy remind us of the work of NASA mathematician Katherine Johnson profiled in a movie in 2016. That film was “Hidden Figures”. Callie also visits with some young women who are part of a special program in New York city called GENERATION HELPING GENERATIONS. The group sponsors Ruby 15-years-old and Cassidy 17 years-old visiting with 85-year-old Sandy. The project shows how much each have with one another despite their age differences.

Young scientist Chase Wiley teaches how cool science can be on his YouTube channel Science C. Things get really messy in this demonstration when the elements are mixed together to create Elephant Toothpaste, which is a foamy substance caused by the rapid decomposition of hydrogen peroxide by using potassium iodide as a catalyst.

EPISODE 161

Unusual physical skills are highlighted on this episode of WONDERAMA. Questions of the Day with Callie and Coco & Breezy dealing with fine art and a visit from our friends at DREAMWORKS KIDS.

From the St. Louis, Missouri area are the folks from CIRCUS HARMONY. These eight performers are part of a social circus organization that uses the circus arts to motivate social change. On WONDERAMA, they are performing a juggling act to “Diabolos Fire”.

CIRCLE OF PIES and SOCCER SLOPPER are the messy audience games on this episode.

Callie asks about masterpieces like the work of Vincent van Gogh, the Dutch Impressionist best known for the painting “The Starry Night”. The question in what European city houses the van Gogh museum with many of his works? Is it in Paris, Naples or Amsterdam? It is indeed in Amsterdam, Holland. Coco & Breezy talk about the Renaissance and the famous painting entitled the “Mona Lisa”. The question is which painter, scientist and inventor created the painting? It was Leonardo da Vinci who also created the work known as the “Last Supper”.

From DreamWorks, we are joined by Akira and Walker, they have come to WONDERAMA to teach David Osmond and our viewers some Junk Drawer Magic using random objects found in your drawers at home. They perform a trick with a stick of gum and pretending to cut ear buds.

Then coming to us after appearing on SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE, is 12-year-old dancer and contortionist from Florida is DIANA POMBO. She danced and contorted to “Wild Things”.

EPISODE 160

Black History Month is highlighted by the Questions of the Day. Dancing and dancers are also showcased on this episode of WONDERAMA along with a visit from Toy Reviewer Maya Weitz and audience games.

First up are 13 performers from the Brooklyn Technical High School in New York with a special Step routine are the LADY DRAGONS.

In our Questions of the Day, Callie asks about an event that took place in Alabama in 1955. When one women refused to sit in the back of the bus. We ask who the brave bus passenger was? Our choices were Coretta Scott King, Rosa Parks and Fannie Lou Hamer. That civil rights pioneer was Rosa Parks. Speaking of the civil rights pioneers who stood up to injustice, Coco & Breezy ask about the youngest winner of the Nobel Peace Prize. It was Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., who was awarded the prize for his non-violent protest on behalf of civil rights for all.

Callie also makes a visit to Holyoke, Massachusetts to tells about a young person making a difference. We meet Brady, who decided to help some of his friends diagnosed with cancer. He set up a charity called CARDS 4 A CAUSE. He sold his baseball cards and with contributions from others has been able to raise over $25,000 to help those with cancer.

Joining us from TTPM and her own YouTube channel: SNEAK PEEK TOY REVIEW, Maya Weitz introduced us to several new toys including Airhogs, Flushin Frenzy and Don’t Step in It. Games involving our studio audience are

also part of the episode including CIRCLE OF PIES and BUCKET HEAD SPLAT.

The episode ends with a Hip-Hop dance performance to “This is America” by Childish Gambino as performed by Skylin Danciayre Foster with Gabby McKayle and Lauren Tedford.

EPISODE 159

A science experiment, performances by both a garage band and a baton twirler, a visit with the Glamour Gals, along with the Questions of the Day and some messy games are all part of this episode of WONDERAMA.

From the website and YouTube Channel SCIENCE C, we are joined by young scientist CHASE WILEY. He loves to experiment with the elements and mechanisms of science. Today we look at the principle of Hot Ice.

The Questions of the Day are about mountains. Callie tells us that some of the highest peaks in the world are in the United States. She asks which state has the highest mountain peak. Is it California, Utah or Alaska? It is Mt. McKinley in Alaska at over 200 feet or about 3 miles. Coco & Breezy continue with a question about the name of the highest peak in the world located on the border of China and Nepal. At over 5 miles or over 29,000 feet, it is Mt, Everest.

A group of young people from Staten Island, New York ranging in age from 15-19-years-old make up the rock band called GIFFORDS LANE. They perform an original song.

The games on this episode include the old favorite CIRCLE OF PIES and the new BANANA BATH.

Callie spent some time with young people and senior citizens. She tells us about a special group of young women is called the Glamour Gals. They have the mission of visiting in Senior Homes and providing companionship as well as beauty treatments to their older female residents

Rounding out the episode, we have a 16-year-old who appeared during Season 11 of AMERICA’S GOT TALENT. This young man has won numerous titles in World Baton Championships. Cody Carter performs to the “The Walker” by FITZ & the TANTRUMS.

EPISODE 158

A special STEM segment is not the only item showcased on this episode of WONDERAMA. We are also joined by a 13- year-old rapper and a talented young bass player. As usual, we will have messy games like the DOG’S DINNER and the CIRCLE OF PIES along with the Questions of the Day celebrating Black History Month.

Joining us is JULIE SEVEN SAGE from SUPERNOVA SCIENCE STYLE NEWS, a 14-year-old aspiring astrophysicist. Here from New Hampshire to demonstrate the BERNOULLI’S LAW. She races Coco and Breezy to find out who can blow-up a diaper bag the fastest. Then joins David with a leaf blower to further demonstrate the principle by blowing toilet paper into the audience.

Coco & Breezy ask one of the Questions of the day to find out why Black History Month is celebrated in February. The answer is because that month contains the birthdays of two great Americans that had a profound influence on the lives of African Americans. The first is our 16th President Abraham Lincoln and the other is Fredrick Douglass, the leader of the abolitionist movement. Callie talks about the Supreme Court asking who the first African American who was appointed to the court. Was it Thurgood Marshall, Jesse Jackson or Clarence Thomas? In 1967, it was Thurgood Marshall, who served on the court until 1991.

A viral sensation with the release of her music video, BROOKLYN QUEEN is here to perform that original song “Keke Taught Me”. This episode concludes with a musical performance by a young man from New Jersey who recently appeared on LITTLE BIG SHOTS. Bassist LIL ASMAR is joined by some friends for their rendition of ‘Uptown Funk.”

EPISODE 157

WONDERAMA presents our first THE BEST OF DANCE bringing back some of the best performers from earlier this season as we showcase the performing arts. WONDERAMA viewers are treated to some special dance performances. The Jade’s Hip Hop Academy performing to a mash-up track called “Girl Problems”. These dancers from Toronto, Canada are part of the only all Hip-Hop and street dance studio in that city.

I Love Dance comes to WONDERAMA with K-Pop dance performance to “BBoom BBoom”. The group of young performers from various backgrounds not only learn to dance, but also socialize and share their cultural varieties. And on this episode, we are joined the Hip Hop Kidz from Miami, Florida an outstanding group of young people performing to “Dade Crew”.

The Questions of the Day deal with one of the Presidents of the United States. Callie asks which President served the

longest in office? The answer is Franklin Delano Roosevelt. He served for 13 years. Coco & Breezy ask about this President who was the only one to serve while in a wheelchair. Their question is about the name of the initiative that FDR proposed to bring the country out of the Great Depression. It was the New Deal.

And showcasing his dance skills is 13-year-old Merrick Hanna performing a zombie dance and then joined by David Osmond teaching our audience a move from the Fortnite dance challenge. The episode is concluded with a dance performance from MISSY FIREBALLS a trio from the Darcy’s Dance Studio in Mahopac, New York. This group members have appeared on ELLEN and in a Beyoncé music video. The trio dances a Hip-Hop performance to a Missy Elliot mashup.

EPISODE 156

WONDERAMA has Hip-Hop, Rap, a healthy recipe, the watery Questions of the Day and our usual sloppy games on this episode. Performing a Hip-Hop dance performance to a mash-up track of the Billboard Hot 100 are the EDGE STUDIO OF DANCE. This group of 13 young women comes to us from Canton, MA.

The Questions of the Day share the theme of quires about large bodies of water, Callie reminds us that there are five fresh water lakes along the border between the United States and our neighbor to the north Canada. Those are Lakes Michigan, Ontario, Huron, Erie and Superior. She confirms that Superior (aptly named) is the largest among them and the largest fresh water lake in the world. Coco and Breezy expand our look at the waters of the world telling us that the oceans make up 70% of the earth’s surface. They verify that the largest of them is located on our west coast. It is the Pacific Ocean

Having competed on both Master Chef Jr and Chopped Jr, Chef MARK COBLENTZ brings his expertise and recipes to the WONDERAMA kitchen. His specialty is Southern food “stepping it up a notch” with French influence. Today he

prepares a healthy Quick Pickles. Messy food becomes the focus for our first games, CIRCLE OF PIES then the mess continues as members of the audience take part in SOCCER SLOPPER.

The episode concludes with a special performance from a 13-year-old rapper from Atlanta. He is STREET BUD, the youngest winner of the LIFETIME cable series the RAP GAME. He has a following of over 70,000 on YouTube. He is here to performs his own song entitled “I’m Ballin”

EPISODE 155

On this episode we shake things up with some facts about earthquakes and WONDERAMA presents our first THE BEST OF MUSIC special episode. We are bringing back some of the best performers from earlier this season as we showcase the performing arts. Live performances are always special on WONDERAMA. The episode is off to a rousing start with a performance of an original hip-hop and blue grass mashup from the five-member Sleepy Man group. We are also joined by 14-year-old Rapper Que 9 from Detroit. He has over 9 million YouTube views. WONDERAMA is delighted to present a performance of his original song, “Memo”.

As we stated the Questions of the Day deal with earthquakes. Callie begins asking which state records the most earthquakes (no matter how big or small) is it New Jersey, Oklahoma or California? As you might have expected, it is California. Specifically, Southern California experiences 10,000 or more every year. Coco and Breezy acknowledge that many know about the quakes in Los Angeles and San Francisco. But which city suffered the largest quake? It was 9.2 on the Richter scale in 1954 in Anchorage, Alaska.

Also, in this episode, we are pleased to present the Joyous String Ensemble a quartet trained by the Joyous School of Music in New York City. We are treated to a medley of “Shape of You” by Ed Sheeran and “Firework” by Katy Perry. Then, Silento performs “Watch Me” for the WONDERAMA audience also showing off some of his special

dance moves. He is an Atlanta based Rapper, who become a viral sensation with the release of this hit single, with over a billion views on YouTube. As our finale, “Me to Be Me” is performed by 16-year-old Country Music singer-songwriter Brennley Brown, who gained national fame appearing on THE VOICE.

EPISODE 147R

This episode of WONDERAMA has some special performances along with Junk Draw Magic and the Questions of the Day dealing with iconic television stars. Silento performs “Watch Me” for the WONDERAMA audience also showing some of his special dance moves. This Atlanta based Rapper become a viral sensation with the release of his hit single, with over a billion views on YouTube.

The Questions of the Day that centered on long-time favorites of both young and old alike. It is the MUPPETS. Callie tells us of their history on television. She asks what was the name of the first program where they appeared. It was only five minutes long airing back in 1955. It was not Sesame Street or the Muppet Show but Sam & Friends. Coco and Breezy tell us the origin of the name for our group of friends that include Kermit and Miss Piggy. It comes from the combination of marionettes and puppets thus MUPPETS.

From DreamWorks, we are joined by Akira and Walker, they have come to WONDERAMA to teach David Osmond and our viewers some Junk Drawer Magic using random objects found in your drawers at home. Akira demonstrated the Magic Fortune Cookie trick (using playing cards, fortune cookies and sleight of hand) and Walker presented the Shoelace Escape (with only a shoelace and kitchen towel), Also coming to our stage is 15-year-old singer/songwriter,

New Jersey’s own Dario DelPriore singing his single “Unbreakable”. Rounding out the fun on this WONDERAMA were Circle of Pies and the Banana Bath as the featured games on this episode.

EPISODE 146R

WONDERAMA has something for everyone with Life Hacks, Step Dancing, Rap music, the history of inventions and our usual messy games. We are pleased to bring back a very special group of young men to our stage. From Atlanta, they are Dae-Twon’s Boys II Bow Ties. Joining us with their distinct entrance to “Bow Tie Man”. This step team is part of a program that endeavors to “Empowers Boys to Become Distinguished Leaders”. We are also joined by 14-year-old Rapper Que 9 from Detroit. He has over 9 million YouTube views. WONDERAMA is delighted to present a performance of his original song, “Memo”. The fun continued with games like Soccer Slopper and Circle of Pies.

The Questions of the Day are all about inventions and light. Callie asks about the inventor of the light bulb (Thomas Edison). While Coco and Breezy talk about another famous American Benjamin Franklin and his work with electricity and the lightning rod. He also was the inventor of the aptly named Franklin stove and created bifocal glasses.

Here from DreamWorks Life Hacks for Kids we are joined by Gillian and her sister Angeline with easy to create organizational hacks. Staying with the theme of light and showing us their own inventions. The sisters demonstrate how to create Fun Light Hacks. That included the “Twinkle Twinkle Little Jar” and the “Twinkling Firefly Lamp” using common household items like Mason jars, LED lights, a glue gun and a bowl of marbles.

EPISODE  154

WONDERAMA goes to the dogs this week. There are also outstanding performances of both Hip-Hop dance and a drum line. Also, part of this episode are the Questions of the Day and some favorite games. The MARCHING COBRAS DRUMLINE and DANCELINE are part of a program that promotes leadership, teamwork, physical fitness and a strong focus on character development. WONDERAMA viewers are treated to live performance. The episode is concluded with a dance performance from MISSY FIREBALLS a trio from the Darcy’s Dance Studio in Mahopac, New York. This group members have appeared on ELLEN and in a Beyoncé music video. The trio dances a Hip-Hop performance to a Missy Elliot mashup.

Our Questions of the Day deal with geography. Callie tells us that half of all the animals and plants in the world inhabit rain forests. She asks on which continent is the largest rain forest? Is it North America, South America or Africa? Covering three million miles it is the Amazon rain forest in South America. Staying with the theme, Coco & Breezy tell us that rain forest gets 80 inches of rain. Then ask, which continent does not contain a rain forest? Of course it is Antarctica.

Andy Krinner aka” The Dog Dad” on TTPM reviews four new dog toys with young people and their pets. These new items include the Nerf Tennis Ball Launcher, Zippy Paws Monkey Tug, SPOT Push N Pop and Star War Costumes for pets. The games on this episode are Circle of Pies and Bucket Head Splat.

EPISODE 153

Celebrating the season, David Osmond welcomes back some of our favorite guests as they perform special holiday songs in this all-new holiday special. Callie and Coco & Breezy provides questions and answers about the traditions of the holiday season including the number of cards sent every year and the origin of the New Year’s Eve celebration. SLEEPY MAN performs a bluegrass take on “JINGLE BELLS”, while BROOKLYN QUEEN has an original song for the holiday. The JOYOUS STRING ENSEMBLE shares their own version of “SLEIGH RIDE”. Singer/Songwriter DARIO DEL PRIORE does his own composition “THIS CHRISTMAS”. David Osmond joins the a cappella group UNACCOMPANIED MINORS for “ALL I WANT FOR CHRISTMAS IS YOU”.

EPISODE  145R

Music is in the air on the next WONDERAMA with special performances along with a unique science experiment and queries about past Presidents. Young scientist Chase Wiley teaches how cool science can be on his YouTube channel Science C. Things get really messy in this demonstration when the elements are mixed together to create “Elephant Toothpaste”, which is a foamy substance caused by the rapid decomposition of hydrogen peroxide by using potassium iodide as a catalyst. Just as messy are the games Circle of Pies and Banana Bath.

Our Questions of the Day deal with the special skills and talents of U.S. Presidents. One of our past Presidents had a passion for music. He loved to play the piano and was said to practice early every morning for two hours. That President was Harry Truman. Reading is important, and some folks have a special ability which is called “speed reading”. One of our Presidents had the capability of consistently reading at the rate of 1,200 words per minute. That talent was possessed by President John F. Kennedy.

Live performances are special on WONDERAMA. In this episode, we are pleased to present the Joyous String Ensemble a string quartet trained by the Joyous School of Music in New York City. We are treated to a medley of “Shape of You” by Ed Sheeran and “Firework” by Katy Perry. Rounding out the musical theme are Solar Sound Band a four-person pop-rock band from the New York area. Their performed their single “Stephen Said”.

EPISODE 152

WONDERAMA has live performance and dance, healthy cooking, messy games and the Questions of the Day. GRAVITY’S CURVE is a teen rock cover band from Seattle, trained by the Kaleidoscope School of Music. They are performing a cover of a 21 Pilots classic.

Our Questions of the Day with Callie and Coco and Breezy concentrates on space travel. We are reminded that Neil Armstrong was the first man on the moon. But our questions deal with other first. In 1961, who was the first human into space? It was Russian Cosmonaut Yuri Gagarin in Vostok 1. Also, who was the first American woman in space? Back in 1983, the was Astronaut Sally Ride on the Challenger spacecraft.

Healthy options are highlighted in this cooking demonstration by Quani Pointer from Master Chef Junior comes to WONDERAMA from Lawrenceville, Georgia. He creates Zucchini Noodles using vegetables as an alternative to pasta. This 13-year-old chef started Quani’s Baked Goods when he was 10, selling brownies and soft pretzels. Staying with the food theme, the messy games are Pea Soup Plunge and Circle of Pies. WONDERAMA concludes when Tahania Anderson, a 15-year-old Hip Hop dancer, with over 35,000 subscribers to her YouTube Channel, performs to “Are You There”.

EPISODE 151

WONDERAMA is the place for songs, life hacks for kids, history and messy games. Columbia High School in Maplewood, New Jersey is the home to the acapella group UNACCOMPANIED MINORS. They join us for a rendition of “Tightrope” by Janelle Monae.

Women’s role in American history are the focus of our Questions of the Day. One is about the 19th Amendment to the Constitution which gave women the right to vote. Was it passed in 1904, 1920 or 1954? The correct answer is 1920.

Staying with women, the second quiz asked who was the first African American women elected to the House of Representatives? The answer was from the 12th District in New York, Congresswoman Shirley Chisholm. Elected in 1968, then in 1972 she was the first African American woman to seek to be a national party’s candidate for President,

Organizational Hacks are the topic of the special demonstration from sisters and LIFE HACKS for KIDS Gillian and Angeline. “Hang-In There Baskets” are made from twine, baskets, scissors and Bobby pins. And “Hanger Hooks” made with wooden hangers, spray paint and a hot glue gun.

After getting organized, WONDERAMA turns to fun and games with the messy Circle of Pies and the Banana Bath. “Me to Be Me” is the performance from the 16-year-old Country Music singer-songwriter Brennley Brown, who gained national fame appearing on THE VOICE.

EPISODE 150

WONDERAMA is the place for dance and young inventors and we “Go to the dogs”. I Love Dance starts the program with K-Pop dance performance to “BBoom BBoom”. The group of young performers from various backgrounds not only learn to dance, but also socialize and share their cultural varieties. In a segment called WONDERAMA INVENTION CONVENTION, we were joined by four young people and their new inventions. Kate Lampo, a finalist for the
Discovery Education 3M Young Scientist Challenge, presents the Lawn Bot to help reduce the amount of water wasted during lawn care. Lily Born, who noticed her grandfather, who has Parkinson’s Disease, was often spilling water, she created the Kangaroo Cup. She now sells these stackable plastic cups. Jay Lambert, the winner of the Provisional Patent award for the National Invention, has created No-Prank Pumpkin for a way to deal with the distribution of candy at Halloween. Dominic DiGravio was one of the shortest kids in his grade. To rectify this concern, he created the Shortie-No-More 360, an elevated shoe to increase his height. Fun and games are also part of this WONDERAMA episode with the Dog’s Dinner and the Questions of the Day dealing with Man’s Best Friend. Callie ask about the so-called “Nanny Dog”. The special affection comes from a Pit Bull, though we can all love the German Shepard and Poodle. Coco and Breezy tell about their dog “Bear” and his sense of smell when they were cooking. They share the fact that dogs have a very acute sense of spell that is 10,000 times that of each of us. Street Justice Crew brings to WONDERAMA a special conclusion performing to Cardi B and Bruno Mars’ “Finesse”. The sibling breakdance crew is comprised of Shafar, Nassim and Nadjaya Delgado.

EPISODE 149

WONDERAMA highlights diverse performances from Bluegrass to Native American Hoop Dance, along with healthy food preparation, fun games and the Questions of the Day. Master Chef Jr. Mark Coblentz prepares a fresh berry sauce that can be used for yogurt parfaits or over pancakes or toast. Less healthy is the fun game CIRCLE OF PIES, while the other competition is SOCCER SLOPPER with the team with most goals winning the Wonder Prize.

The Question of the Day deals with population totals. Callie asks which country has the largest population? Asking whether the largest number or residents are in Japan, China or Russia. The answer is China with 1.4 billion with India the second most India with 1.3 billion. Coco and Breezy ask which country has the least residents. The answer is Vatican City (the home of the Pope) with around 1,000 people. The episode begins with a rousing live performance of an original hip-hop and blue grass mashup from the five- member Sleepy Man group. WONDERAMA concludes with a very special performance. The circle of life is sacred to Native people. The Pueblo of Pojoaque Youth Hop Dancers program focuses on traditional hoop dance in which each of these young dancers display images of animals, plants and other traditional symbols in Native American culture.

EPISODE 148

Another WONDERAMA episode with a variety of performances from Hip-Hop dance, singing, and martial arts, along with games and the Questions of the Day. From

Miami, Florida is an outstanding group of young people performing to “Dade Crew”, we are joined the Hip Hop Kidz.

The Solar System is the key topic of our questions. Callie asks about the size of the sun in relation to the earth. Is it twice as big, a million or a billion times bigger than earth? The answer is the sun is a million times bigger than the earth. Coco and Breezy continue exploring the solar system asking temperature wise which is the hot planet. Some might guess the sun, but it is not a planet. The answer is Venus with a temperature over 900 degrees.

Demonstrating her skills in the martial art of Tae-Kwon Do this young lady is a Five-time Champion and Second Degree Black Belt. Channah Zeitung performed a series of moves to “Real Wild Child” and then instructed David Osmond in the use of the bo staff. Members of the studio audience took part in the games Circle of Pies and the Q&A of the Pea Soup Plunge.

WONDERAMA was treated to a live performance of an original tune by Singer and Guitarist from Atlanta, Georgia Ella Collier to conclude the episode.

EPISODE 147

This episode of WONDERAMA has some special performances along with Junk Draw Magic and the Questions of the Day dealing with iconic television stars. Silento performs “Watch Me” for the WONDERAMA audience also showing some of his special dance moves. This Atlanta based Rapper become a viral sensation with the release of his hit single, with over a billion views on YouTube.

The Questions of the Day that centered on long-time favorites of both young and old alike. It is the MUPPETS. Callie tells us of their history on television. She asks what was the name of the first program where they appeared. It was only five minutes long airing back in 1955. It was not Sesame Street or the Muppet Show but Sam & Friends. Coco and Breezy tell us the origin of the name for our group of friends that include Kermit and Miss Piggy. It comes from the combination of marionettes and puppets thus MUPPETS.

From DreamWorks, we are joined by Akira and Walker, they have come to WONDERAMA to teach David Osmond and our viewers some Junk Drawer Magic using random objects found in your drawers at home. Akira demonstrated the Magic Fortune Cookie trick (using playing cards, fortune cookies and sleight of hand) and Walker presented the Shoelace Escape (with only a shoelace and kitchen towel), Also coming to our stage is 15-year-old singer/songwriter,

New Jersey’s own Dario DelPriore singing his single “Unbreakable”. Rounding out the fun on this WONDERAMA were Circle of Pies and the Banana Bath as the featured games on this episode.

EPISODE 146

WONDERAMA has something for everyone with Life Hacks, Step Dancing, Rap music, the history of inventions and our usual messy games. We are pleased to bring back a very special group of young men to our stage. From Atlanta, they are Dae-Twon’s Boys II Bow Ties. Joining us with their distinct entrance to “Bow Tie Man”. This step team is part of a program that endeavors to “Empowers Boys to Become Distinguished Leaders”. We are also joined by 14-year-old Rapper Que 9 from Detroit. He has over 9 million YouTube views. WONDERAMA is delighted to present a performance of his original song, “Memo”. The fun continued with games like Soccer Slopper and Circle of Pies.

The Questions of the Day are all about inventions and light. Callie asks about the inventor of the light bulb (Thomas Edison). While Coco and Breezy talk about another famous American Benjamin Franklin and his work with electricity and the lightning rod. He also was the inventor of the aptly named Franklin stove and created bifocal glasses.

Here from DreamWorks Life Hacks for Kids we are joined by Gillian and her sister Angeline with easy to create organizational hacks. Staying with the theme of light and showing us their own inventions. The sisters demonstrate how to create Fun Light Hacks. That included the “Twinkle Twinkle Little Jar” and the “Twinkling Firefly Lamp” using common household items like Mason jars, LED lights, a glue gun and a bowl of marbles.

EPISODE 145

Music is in the air on the next WONDERAMA with special performances along with a unique science experiment and queries about past Presidents. Young scientist Chase Wiley teaches how cool science can be on his YouTube channel Science C. Things get really messy in this demonstration when the elements are mixed together to create “Elephant Toothpaste”, which is a foamy substance caused by the rapid decomposition of hydrogen peroxide by using potassium iodide as a catalyst. Just as messy are the games Circle of Pies and Banana Bath.

Our Questions of the Day deal with the special skills and talents of U.S. Presidents. One of our past Presidents had a passion for music. He loved to play the piano and was said to practice early every morning for two hours. That President was Harry Truman. Reading is important, and some folks have a special ability which is called “speed reading”. One of our Presidents had the capability of consistently reading at the rate of 1,200 words per minute. That talent was possessed by President John F. Kennedy.

Live performances are special on WONDERAMA. In this episode, we are pleased to present the Joyous String Ensemble a string quartet trained by the Joyous School of Music in New York City. We are treated to a medley of “Shape of You” by Ed Sheeran and “Firework” by Katy Perry. Rounding out the musical theme are Solar Sound Band a four-person pop-rock band from the New York area. Their performed their single “Stephen Said”.

EPISODE 144

Exciting performances are the norm on the next WONDERAMA along with the Questions of the Day and a Kid Toy reviewer. We are joined by a 14-year-old Rapper from Atlanta, King Roscoe to perform his single “Way Up”.

This episode of WONDERAMA begins with Jig Factory, a group of 12 dancers from Ridgewood, New Jersey. They performed a modern Irish step dance to “Timber” by Pitbull ft. Ke$ha.

The fun continues with today’s games, Circle of Pies and Bucket Head Splat. The Questions of the Day focus on the beginnings of higher education in the United States. Which was the first college in the U.S.? (Harvard in 1636). Which was the first historically black college? (Cheyney in 1837).

WONDERAMA is joined for a toy demonstration by Maya Weitz. She is a Kid Toy reviewer for TTPM (TOYS, TOTS, PETS & MORE) and on her own YouTube channel the SNEAK PEAK TOY REVIEW. She introduces and demonstrates several new toys to our WONDERAMA viewers.

EPISODE 143

On this episode of WONDERAMA, dance, healthy cooking and the Questions of the Day are highlighted. Master Chef Jr Cydney Sherman has recipes that she has adapted preparing meals in a dairy free and gluten free household. In the Wonderama kitchen, she presents a healthy bubble tea using tapioca pearls, fresh mango juice, strawberries, and coconut milk.

WONDERAMA viewers are also treated to some special dance performances. The show opens with the Jade’s Hip Hop Academy performing to a mash-up track called “Girl Problems”. These dancers from Toronto, Canada are part of the only all Hip-Hop and street dance studio in that city.

Also showcasing his dance skills is 13-year-old Merrick Hanna performing a zombie dance and then joined by David Osmond teaching our audience the moves from the Fortnite dance challenge. Circle of Pies and the Dog’s Dinner are the games that continue the fun. While the Questions of the Day deal with the largest island nation in the world (Greenland) and the smallest (the Republic of Nauru in Micronesia).

EPISODE 142

This WONDERAMA episode highlights science, special performances and unique food creations. The energy and expertise of a tap-dancing troupe start our program with a visit from the Prime Elite Dance Academy. Cool Science is presented by Primatologist Natalia Reagan from the web series SCIENCE IT’S YOUR FRIEND. This STEM segment focused on information about monkeys and apes and relation to other primates using a Primate Cladogram. While also showing the difference between them with their teeth (canines), limbs and which have a tail.

Master Chef Junior Zac Cera creates a “Funky Frappuccino” challenging David and members of the studio audience to a taste test. The question of the day dealt with the origin of denim jeans which was in the 1500’s in Genoa, Italy used by the Italian navy because of their durability. The other question asked who was the first African American to perform during the Super Bowl halftime show (Ella Fitzgerald in 1972 in a salute to the legendary Louis Armstrong). The episode is concluded with a rock performance from Fly by Midnight.

EPISODE 141

On this episode of WONDERAMA showcased are segments dealing with Cool Science, cooking, the fun and messy game CIRCLE OF PIES, and two special performances.

The program starts this week with thunder, that is the precision drum squad from Montclair, New Jersey known as DRUMS OF THUNDER. That is followed by a STEM segment with kid scientist Chase Wiley. The demonstration looks at the properties of nitrogen which comprises 78% of our air. Objects made up mostly of water when placed into liquid nitrogen which has been frozen to -320 degrees harden so that bananas can be used like a hammer on a nail and roses can break into pieces.

The questions of the day dealt with historical topics. We asked about the first American woman in space (Sally Ride in 1983) and the origin of a favorite food: pizza (not from Italy but a Greek word with Middle Eastern roots). Speaking of food, Master Chef Junior contestant Mark Coblentz was in the WONDERAMA studio to create crêpes prepared with a blueberry sauce. Singer Whitney Woerz performed to conclude the episode.

EPISODE 140

This week’s WONDERAMA deals with Cool Science including both serious and fun experiments, an unusual musical instrument and a song in praise of New York. The show is off to a rousing start with a visit from Vy Higginsen’s Sing Harlem Choir.

Our STEM segment brings the Science Channel’s Saad Sarwana from Outrageous Acts of Science to the studio. His experiment using magnets and liquid nitrogen demonstrates the Meissner Effect. That is the process when an item becomes a super conductor, losing its resistance to the flow of electrical current when cooled to 321 degrees Fahrenheit.

Coco and Breezy ask the science question about the seven colors of the rainbow…ROY G BIV (red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo and violet). The fun experiment involved the Crafty Girls from Dallas, Texas. They are experts on creating slime, this time they had a minute to concoct the nastiest version using the unusual ingredients provided. Finally, we had a chance to see and hear the most unique instrument with musician Rob Schwimmer who introduce us to the Theremin.

EPISODE 139

On this episode of WONDERAMA, we explore the expanding universe, a group that is empowered to strives for excellence with music, the ingredients for a healthy salad and the music of the Caribbean Islands.

The STEM segment brings scientist Hakeem Oluseyi to talk and demonstrate the principles behind matter curving, the anti-gravity force called dark matter and how it is contributing to the ever-expanding universe in which the earth exists. The program was off to a rousing start with the Musicianship of the Washington, D.C. Youth Choir.

David was joined in the kitchen by 17-year-old cookbook author from Louisiana Eliana, who prepared a special healthy brussels sprouts salad with strawberries, oranges, pine nuts and a unique vinaigrette dressing. The question of the day dealt with location of the world’s tallest building (Dubai). The episode concluded with a performance by Reggie artist Conkarah.

EPISODE 138

A variety of topics are featured in this episode of WONDERAMA. Cool Science, cooking, jump rope, breaking dancing and a Ping Pong demonstration filled the half hour. Scientist Chase Wiley provides the experiments in our STEM segment. We eventually see the “clock reaction” using a vortex to change the color of liquids and exhibit the principle of oxidation with the “blue bottle reaction”. High energy is shown by the Bungee Jumpers from Bucs County and breaking dancing skills of KBL: Kids Breaking League.

Our questions of the day deal with the location for this year’s World Cup (Russia) and a fun question: Why you should not let your dog pick your outfit for the day? (Because dogs are color blind). After the Circle of Pies contest, David Osmond joins Master Chef Jr. Mark Koblentz as he prepares a Southern recipe from his Mississippi roots. It is southern drop or “cat head” biscuits with an added chocolate “gravy” or ganache. The episode concludes as David meets and is challenged by World Champion Ping Pong players and brothers Syd and Nandan Naresh.

EPISODE 137 – Wonderama Presents: The Best of Group Performances

All this season we have been visited by groups of young people and special performances that have been able to show our audiences the wide range of talents and skills including unique singing and dancing.

Among the performing arts that are showcased in this episode are the cast of the show STOMP, the tradition of bluegrass music is skillfully presented by SHADOW GRASS and revisit the U. S. TV debut performance by THE NEW HOPE CLUB. Finally, we get to again experience the hip-hop stylings of the young people that are THE EDGE DANCERS.

EPISODE 136 – Wonderama Presents The Best of Animals

We revisit some of the special creatures and their friends that have been part of the WONDERAMA family this season. This special episode gives us a chance to take another look at the animals and the unique science that we have shared along the way. Alternative pet expert Angela Mak brings along a Nile monitor 
lizard, African bull frog, cave geckos and a python discussing their origins and habits.

Science expert and Primatologist Natalie Regan again takes our host and studio audience on an imaginary walk in the jungle as she introduces us to spider monkeys their sounds and their calls. After her appearance on LITTLE BIG SHOTS, animal impressionist Lily Wilker returns to provide the calls of an array of creatures from chickens to dolphins, horses to tree frogs.

Following a recent visit, we are again joined by NYPD Transit officers Brenner and Belavsky and their dogs Sully and Shauney as they demonstrate how they have been trained to work in the subway to find special substances including explosives.

Episode 135

This week on WONDERAMA, David Osmond takes part in a STEM segment about sound, joins the past members of the cast of THE SCHOOL OF ROCK and has a visit from the NYPD canine unit.

From the Science Channel’s Outrageous Acts of Science Debbie 
Berebichez experiments with the physics of sound waves using an ultra-sound and an audio spotlight directional speaker. The young people in the studio audience, David, Coco and Breezy all take in this fun demonstration. We also ask questions about the composer of the National Anthem (Francis Scott Keys) and the site of the first modern Olympic games (Greece).

Then after SNAKES IN A CAN, we are joined by NYPD Transit officers Brenner and Belavsky and their dogs Sully and Shauney as they demonstrate how they have been trained to work in the subway to find special substances including explosives. At the top of the program, the ALUMNI FROM SCHOOL OF ROCK perform “Sweet Child of Mine” and an encore look at Japanese culture and tradition as explored in a
performance of drums and bamboo flute by the Karon Wantanabe 
Taiko Ensemble that closes the episode.

EPISODE 134 – Wonderama Presents: The Best of Talent

All this season we have been visited by young people who have been able to show our audiences the wide range of talents and skills that include singing, juggling and baton twirling.

We revisit the performances from rapper Baby Kaely and Mariachi singer Alondra Santos. The segments highlighting the special skills of juggler Bennett Santora, Champion twirler Jaiden Harvey and contortionist Bella Gantt.

EPISODE 133

A variety of topics and skills are highlighted in this week’s WONDERAMA. Included are financial advice, several questions about United States history, a cooking segment and special performances from young performers.

Callie asks the history questions of the day dealing with the same day (July 4, 1826) when two past Presidents died (Thomas Jefferson and John Adams) the first college football in 1869 between Princeton and Rutgers and a question about the largest population (not the U.S. but China). Financial Expert Ari Rastigar explains the principle of savings using the analogy of how a seed can grow into a tree. Master Chef Junior Cydney Sherman is the kitchen to prepare her recipe for Chocolate Powder Lava mud cakes. The episode begins with the contortionist group Belle Linges and ends with 16-year-old singer song writer Whitney Woerz.

EPISODE 132

This episode deals with U.S. history, along with a STEM segment, cooking and special music performers. The questions of the day deals with the United States national bird (the bald eagle) and State Capitals named for past U.S. presidents including Abe Lincoln, John Madison, Andrew Jackson and Thomas Jefferson. The focus of the science demonstrations deals with alternative forms of energy. Inventor Ann Makosinski shows how solar and thermal energy works and provides two young people with ways to deliver the most thermal energy in a head-to-head contest. Master Chef Junior Sydney Sherman provides her recipe for a special treat known a “whoopie pie”. Music is provided by the teen group known as Gilbert the band and rapper Baby Kaely.

EPISODE 131

This episode of WONDERAMA deals with a variety of topics including cool science, cooking and animals. The STEM segment brings Kim Magloire from SCITECH KIDS to the studio to provide some hands-on interaction dealing with electricity and electrical current. The demonstration uses vegetables to provide the power to make music. This shows the principle behind circuits, which are the paths on that electricity travels. Also, on the show after her appearance on LITTLE BIG SHOTS, animal impressionist Lily Wilker who provides the calls of an array of creatures from chickens to dolphins, horses to tree frogs. Liquid nitrogen prepared ice cream was on the menu from Master Chef Junior Zac Cara, who was also joined by baseball manager Bobby Valentine. The questions of the day dealt with the largest country (Russia) and the establishment of the WNBA. The episode was kicked off by a performance by the Jigg Factory Ridgewood Irish Dance Troop.

EPISODE 130-  Wonderama Presents: The Best of Games

This episode highlights all the games that are fun and at times messy segments each week.  They are designed not to be competitions. BUCKET HEAD SPLAT and ROCK SOCCER are meant as team building exercises, while SNAKES IN A CAN and CIRCLE OF PIES are just games of chance that allow the audience to root for each of their fellow audience members to win a prize. This compilation is meant to highlight the excitement that these segments bring to each episode of WONDERAMA.

We also look at some of the best examples of special kids. Callie takes the WONDERAMA cameras to GET AIR to find out about  KIDS HELPING KIDS. She visits with and interviews the brother and sister who created the program to provide the opportunity for young people to exercise and have fun while getting healthier. And we then go on site in Darien, Connecticut to the PERSON TO PERSON clothing center and food pantry where we interview the teens who oversee this very special operation providing items for free to those in need. We also visit with Teddy, the Children’s Miracle Network Champion Ambassador.  His courage and upbeat attitude while dealing with hydrocephalus is a positive example to all young people.

EPISODE 129 – Wonderama Presents: The Best of Cooking

This episode deals with the culinary arts and the young people who have been able to share their talents with the viewers of WONDERAMA over the past few weeks. The best recipes and demonstration of the season so far are highlighted in this special episode with Master Chef Junior Cydney Sherman; Mark Coblentz; Gonzalo Ingram; Zac Kara; and Eleana de Las Casas. We can rediscover their culinary favorites including stuffed mushroom caps, fruit rainbow popsicles, pastalaya, pineapple upside down mini cakes, a special corn dog and liquid nitrogen ice cream with frozen berries.

EPISODE 128 – Wonderama Presents: The Best of Science!

Featuring science of Hakeem Oluseyi, Debbie Berebichez; Chase Wiley; Borislaw Bilash and Ann Makosinski. In our STEM segments, we revisit experiments dealing with topics ranging from the principles of suspension, anti- currents, chemiluminescent and exothermic reactions. And demonstrations of bouncing bubbles, inert gases, heat as a power source and raining rockets.

EPISODE 127

Cool Science and special performance are the focus of this week’s episode of WONDERAMA.
In our STEM segment, THAT CHEMISTRY SHOW Science teacher Boris Bilash conducts a demonstration with David Osmond and members of the studio audience using hydrogen peroxide and everyday dish soap. The purpose of the experiment is to dramatically show the principle behind an exothermic reaction. Callie poses the question: How hot does it have to be to cook an egg on the street? Confirming that it has been be at least 158 degrees to accomplish that cooking task. Christine Tomlin joins David for some fun with cookie dough. This episode also includes performances from Extreme Force All-Stars and teen magician Ben Zabin.

EPISODE 126

This week’s WONDERAMA deals with a menagerie of animals and bugs as host Davis Osmond listens to stories about monkeys and encounters the bug girl bringing along some of her pet cockroaches. On this episode, we also have performances highlighting young people showing their dance and juggling skills.
Science expert and Primatologist Natalie Regan takes our host and studio audience on an imaginary walk in the jungle as she introduces us to spider monkeys their sounds and their calls. The Question of the Day asks about the world’s largest mammal (the blue whale), While we also get to see a race among some of insect’s smallest creatures. Shelby the bug girl brings along her large collection of cockroaches and a few are ready to race on a specially built course. A hip-hop performance by the Edge Dance Company and the juggling of pizzas is expertly shown by the Jersey Pizzas Boys to round out the episode.

EPISODE 125

Diverse subjects are highlighted in this episode of WONDERAMA including inventors, exercise, cooking with unique performances. The question of the day deals with the inventor of the telephone (Alexander Graham Bell) and we have a 19-year-old inventor in the studio. Ann Makonsinski tells David Osmond the reason behind her invention is to provide light for young people to study where electricity is not available. Her invention using the principle of heat to create electricity, it is a battery less hollow flashlight that use the heat of the human hand as its power source. Also on this episode Master Chef Junior Cydney Sherman provides her own take on a classic recipe transforming it to create mini Pineapple Upside Down cakes. Coco and Breezy have a daily exercise recommendation. Performances from the hip hop dance team Darcy’s Academy of Dance and baton twirler Jaiden Harvey rounding out the episode.

EPISODE 124

Science is highlighted in this week’s episode of WONDERAMA, along with cooking tips and two special performances.
From OUTRAGEOUS ACTS OF SCIENCE Saad Sarwana uses plastic and copper pipes, fidget spinners and magnets to demonstrate the principle behind Counter Electromotive force and Anti-currents. The questions of the day ask: “What is faster than the blink of an eye?” (the speed of light and lightning). Also, our geography question deals with the largest country in the world (Russia). Master Chef Junior Gonzolo Ingram provides a special corn dog recipe. The WONDERAMA performances of the day are Vy Higgensen’s Sing Harlem Choir and Illusionist and Magician Kid Ace.

EPISODE 123

Cool Science is the focus of this episode of WONDERAMA dealing with the unusual densities of gases and the question of the day asking about plants, along with light up art and special performances.From THAT CHEMISTRY SHOW, we are joined by Science teacher Borislaw Bilash to introduce us to sulfur hexafluoride (which is six times heavier than air). His demonstration of inert gases shows how sound can travel faster in air, and that when one safely inhales these gases voices can change dramatically. Today’s query deals with chlorophyll and the process of photosynthesis. In another segment, guest DJs Tristan and Tyler explain the craft of creating light up art. Our performances are highlighted by the dancing skills of the troupe KIDS BREAKING LEAGUE and a song from teen sensation Aja9.

EPISODE 122

Outstanding performances, Cool Science, questions on history and pop culture, and elevated sandwich making are highlighted on this week’s WONDERAMA.
Our STEM segment brings young scientist Chase Wiley to the studio to demonstrate the principle of Chemiluminescent reactions. Or stated more simply, how luminal appears in various forms producing light using several different chemicals and agents. Master Chef Junior Mark Coblentz provides the ingredients for his own elevated ham and cheese sandwich using French bread, jam, goat cheese and Italian prosciutto. The questions of the day deal with history (the writer of the Declaration of Independence) and the most popular household pets (fish, cats and dogs in that order). The tradition of bluegrass music is skillfully presented by Shadow Grass and finally in their U. S. TV debut we are treated to a performance by THE NEW HOPE CLUB.

EPISODE 121

This WONDERAMA contains a STEM demonstration explaining dark matter, a special cooking segment, a performance that highlights another culture, a pro-social report about young people helping one another, along with queries about space history and pop culture. Scientist Hakeem Olyseyi exhibits the principle, that things are not as you might think they are across the universe. This segment teaches about the forces of gravity, black holes and dark matter. Callie takes the WONDERAMA cameras to GET AIR to find out about KIDS HELPING KIDS. She visits with and interviews the brother and sister who created the program to provide the opportunity for young people to exercise and have fun while getting healthier. In a special culinary segment, Junior Chef Eliana creates Pastalaya with her own Creole seasoning. We present a song from Mariachi singer and America’s Got Talent contestant Alondra Santos. There are the questions of the day asking about the second man to walk on the moon (Buzz Aldrin) and the most popular recording group (of course, the Beatles). Wonderama begins showcasing the talents of a family of unicyclist known as CHAMPIONS FOREVER.

EPISODE 120

This episode of WONDERAMA deals with science in an explosive STEM demonstration, there is a look at another culture, special history questions and visit with a Master Chocolatier. From the Science Channel’s Outrageous Acts of Science Debbie Berebichez experiments with carbon dioxide using a thousand film canisters filled with an antacid tablet mixed with water to create raining rockets. Japanese culture and tradition are explored in a performance of drums and bamboo flute by the Karon Wantanabe Taiko Ensemble. Questions deal with Olympic records and the Statue of Liberty. Master Chocolate Maker Mike Katsoris makes a Statue of Liberty pop. Finally, Bella Gantt uniquely breaks a balloon showing her skills as a foot archer.

EPISODE 119

This week on WONDERAMA, the program has a pro-social theme, nutritional suggestions, financial advice and entertaining performances from very special dance troupe and a medal winning juggler. Callie visits with Teddy, the Children’s Miracle Network Champion Ambassador. His courage and upbeat attitude while dealing with hydrocephalus is a positive example to all young people. On another note, positive nutritional options are highlighted by Master Chef Junior’s Cydney Sherman as she prepares some fruit based rainbow popsicles. Coco and Breezy ask the question about the sources of Vitamin C in addition to carrots which include spinach, kale and asparagus. Financial Expert Ari Rastigar explains the principle of savings using the analogy of how a seed can grow into a tree. Special guest Marc Summers (DOUBLE DARE) joins David Osmond as studio audience members take part in the “Bucket Head Splat” game. BOYS II BOWTIES open the show while gold medal juggler Bennett Santoro performs at the end of the program.

EPISODE 118

This episode of WONDERAMA contains a STEM demonstration, a special cooking segment, questions posed about space and social media, a loud performance to begin and sports stacking at the close. This week’s science segment with Chase Wiley deals with NonNewtonian fluids shown in their solid and liquid states demonstrating the principle of suspension. Also showing some of the unique characteristics of ooblek that can be made with just corn starch, water and dye for coloring. Also, Master Chef Junior’s Mark Koblentz prepares a special dish of stuffed mushroom caps. The queries of the day deal with space and the only sport practiced on the moon (golf) and the fastest social media site (Instagram). The program starts with a very special performance from STOMP and concludes with teenage sports stacking champion P.J. Ball.

EPISODE 117

The fall premiere episode of WONDERAMA highlights a STEM demonstration, a visit with unique animals, a quiz on U.S. history and the Performing Arts ranging from classical to rap music. This week’s STEM segment with SCI-TECH KIDS Kim Magliori deals with “bouncing” bubbles and a demonstration of the process behind sublimation. Alternative pet expert Angela Mak brings along a Nile monitor lizard, African bull frog, cave geckos and a python discussing their origins and habits. The episode also includes the classical performers Diverse Concert Artist and 12 year-old rapper Baby Kaely.

EPISODE #169 

Science, the Human Body, and Music are spotlighted on this episode 

of WONDERAMA. Young Scientist CHASE WILEY returns to our demo 

table with cool experiments with liquid nitrogen.  The first uses a 

broken light bulb glowing with the introduction of liquid nitrogen. 

Then moving center stage liquid nitrogen mixes with water to create 

a huge indoor cloud that almost fills the studio. 

 The Questions of the Day from Callie and Coco and Breezy deal with 

the human body.  Callie asks which parts of the body continue to 

grow. Is it the tongue, the nose, and ears or the hands and feet?  The 

answer is the nose and ears. Coco and Breezy talk about the 

structure and support for our bodies, the bones.  Asking how many 

bones are in the adult human body.  The answer is there are two 

hundred and six. They then shared that many foods like milk that 

contain calcium can help to strengthen our bones.

 Fun with games include CIRCLE OF PIES and THE DOG’S DINNER.  

Music fills the air with performances by FOUR WASHINGTON, a 

group of four siblings for Jackson, Mississippi. The episode 

concludes with another Mississippi resident 17year-old singer and 

songwriter CAROLINE ROMANO.  

EPISODE #170 

ONE VOICE CHILDREN’S CHOIR and MADDIE POPPE provide  musical performances, while Kid Chef SIMONE BRIDGES make a special healthy treat in the WONDERAMA kitchen on today’s episode.   

Questions of the day deal with tennis after the U.S. OPEN finals 

concluded here in New York.  Callie asks young people when did the 

first annual tennis tournament take place.  Was it in 1776, 1874 or 

1952? The answer is 1874 with the publication of the book: “A 

PORTABLE COURT OF PLAYING TENNIS” by Major Walter Wingfield.  

It was just three years later when the Wimbledon Tournament began 

in 1877.  Coco & Breezy asks about the 2019 Wimbledon tournament 

asking which past Wimbledon Champion was defeated in the main 

draw by 15-year-old Cori “Coco” Gauff. She won against Venus 

Williams 

 Healthy choices are the basis of this recipe for French Berry 

Paradise (French toast sticks). Kid Chef SIMONE BRIDGES uses 

unsalted butter, eggs, whole wheat bread and blueberries, and 

raspberries reminding that these natural sweeteners can replace 

sugar. She also has a similar recipe for a healthy Strawberry 

Bruschetta. Our games keep the food theme with CIRCLE OF PIES 

and BANANA BATH, 

This episode begins with a performance of Pink’s “WHAT ABOUT 

US” by 30 talented young people from Salt Lake City, Utah.  

Quarterfinalist on AMERICA’S GOT TALENT, the ONE VOICE 

CHILDREN’S CHOIR makes their first appearance on WONDERAMA. 

The episode concludes with an original song, “MADE YOU MISS” 

from AMERICAN IDOL MADDIE POPPE, the 21-year-old singer- songwriter from Clarksville, Iowa. 

EPISODE # 171- 

On this episode, Young Chef MARK COBLENTZ returns to the 

WONDERAMA kitchen with a quick and healthy recipe.  Back on the 

WONDERMA center stage is Rapper BROOKLYN QUEEN.  Also performi-ng for our audience is GET DOWN DISTRICT. Games like 

CIRCLE OF PIES and PUDDING HEAD SPLAT round out the fun WONDE–RAMA. 

The Questions of the Day concentrate on language.  Callie tells us 

that there are roughly 6,500 languages heard around the world.  

They range from those spoken by as few as a thousand people while 

another is the language of over a billion.  She asked which the most 

spoken language is.  Is it English, Hindu or Mandarin? The answer is 

a dialect that is spoken in China, of course, it is Mandarin.  Staying 

with language Coco & Breezy tells us about the number of people 

around the world who speak at least two languages. These folks are 

bilingual.  They asked how many people around the world are characterized as bilingual. The percentage is 43%. 

“MARK THE CHEF”, a contestant on both MASTER CHEF JUNIOR 

and CHOPPED JUNIOR shows us how to make a quick and healthy 

version of a breakfast favorite.  He tells how to make your own version of the packaged “Just Add An Egg” for a microwaved 

personalized omelet. 

After appearing on THE WORLD OF DANCE, this group of eight 

young women comes to the WONDERAMA stage from Rosemead, Califo-rnia. GET DOWN DISTRICT is from the Hip Hop Dance Studio 

with the goal of sharing the art of dance with anyone who wants to learn and grow as a Hip-Hop dancer and just “get down”. 

“BOY BYE” is the original song that returning Rapper BROOKLYN 

QUEEN performs on the WONDERAMA stage to conclude this episode. 

EPISODE #172- On this episode of WONDERAMA, the Question of the Day asks about 

the history of printing, the BRONX HIGH SCHOOL OF SCIENCE 

ROBOTICS demonstrates their creations in a special challenge, 

along with performances by rock band GIFFORDS LANE and dancers McKENZI & REIF.   

Two teams from BRONX SCIENCE SCHOOL in New York City, the 

SciBorgs and the all-female FeMaidens demonstrate the robots that 

they created in a two-minute challenge. Each of the robots picks up 

dodgeballs off the floor and deliver them to the two targets with different height holes. 

Callie asks about printing in the Question of the Day, while Coco & Breezy tell us about the longest book ever written. Calle talks about the introduction of the printing press in the 15th Century. She poses the questions who the inventor of the press was.  Was it Ben Franklin, William Shakespeare or Johannes Gutenberg? Guttenberg using letterpress printing was the inventor, enabling the mass production of books and the rapid dissemination of knowledge throughout Europe. Coco & Breezy encourage reading while asking about what is believed to be the longest novel ever written. At 7,000 pages and over two million words, it was MEN OF GOODWILL by French writer Jules Romains. 

Coming back to WONDERAMA from Staten Island, New York are the 

rockers GIFFORDS LANE. They have been performing together since 

they were nine years old.  Today they share their original song: 

“BEAUTIFUL and CRAZY”.   

Preforming on the WONDERAMA stage, McKENZI and REIF are 

sibling dancers. She was featured in a video with DJ Khaled and her 

brother is part of the dance crew from LIP SYNC BATTLE SHORTIES. 

Rounded out the fun are the games; CIRCLE OF PIES and BIKE 

BLASTERS. 

EPISODE # 173 – 

We shake things up with Dance, Rap and Scooter tricks on a half- 

pipe along with questions about earthquakes providing the excitement on this episode of WONDERAMA.  

HIP HOP KIDZ, a Florida based dance troop of young people of 

“fierce and confident” performers are showcased on this episode of 

WONDERAMA.  They are taking part in a national dance training 

program that has existed across the United States for more than 25 years.  

With an emphasis on the physical training and safety measures 

needed to perform their tricks, WONDERAMA presents the 

professional riding brothers. King Ronnie and Big Air Joe 747 

amazed with their skill and expertise on scooters. 

The Questions of the Day deal with earthquakes. Callie asks about 

the strongest ever recorded earthquake. She asks did it take place 

in the United States, Chile or Japan? In 1960, an earthquake that 

registered 9.5 on the Richter scale was in Chile.  It was so strong 

that it was felt In Hawaii which is 6,000 miles away.  Coco & Breezy 

indicate that over 100,000 earthquakes are felt every year around 

the world. Nearly 500,000 earthquakes occur but thankfully only 

about 1,000 cause any damage. 

CIRCLE OF PIES and BEAN BAG BAMBOOZLE added to the fun 

shared by members of the WONDERAMA studio audience. 

Also performing on the WONDERAMA stage were three brothers 

from North Carolina, Edwin, Herman, and Sean, better known as the 

GORE BOYZ.  This boy band shared their original song “Remedy” 

which has had over 500,000 views on YouTube. 

EPISODE # 174 – 

Music and Ping Pong balls filled the WONDERAMA stage on this 

week’s episode. In a STEM segment, the theme of pressure is 

showcased by the Young Scientist CHASE WILEY using dry ice as the 

element for three experiments.  The first showed how dry ice can 

expand things, using a balloon.  Then the second showed how 

pressure can build up and then be released using a film canister.  

Then center stage, filling a large container with Ping Pong balls and 

dry ice, the explosion filled the studio with the balls. All underscores 

the properties of dry ice which is the solid form of carbon dioxide. 

More messiness is also part of the games on today’s show including 

THE DOG’S DINNER and CIRCLE OF PIES. 

 Coming back to the WONDERAMA stage were the string ensemble 

known as the JOYOUS STRINGS. These young people come to us 

from the Joyous Music School in Long Island, New York. The group 

has performed all over the world including at the White House in 

Washington, DC.  Today’s selections are a mashup of “Senorita” and 

the theme from Mission Impossible.  Our other musical performance 

started the episode with a rock music.  We are joined by the three 

performers, siblings Cameron, Riley and Tyler Christensen from 

Santa Monica, California known as SPEED OF LIGHT. They shared 

with the WONDERAMA audience, their original song: “Underdog”. 

The Questions of the Day focused on athletics with an emphasis on 

professional sports. Coco & Breezy told about the energy, focus, 

commitment, skill and lots of practice needed to be a successful 

athlete. They then asked about the only athlete who was named an 

All-Star in two sports (the NFL and MLB). That was Bo Jackson. 

Callie asks another question about special athletes. She asks who 

the first person featured on a box of Wheaties.  Was it Babe Ruth, 

Lou Gehrig or Jesse Owens? In 1934, Lou Gehrig was the first to achieve that special honor.  

EPISODE #175 – 

Starting with the beat of a drum, or more correctly a group of drums, 

this episode of WONDERAMA is off to an energized start. These first 

guests are young musicians, who are part of the BROOKLYN 

EXPRESS DRUMLINE from here in New York City.  

Callie then asks the Question of the Day about New York City and the 

numerous high-rise buildings in Manhattan.  New York has been the 

home of many of the tallest structures in the world for decades. 

Which building is the oldest? Is it the Chrysler Building, the Empire 

State Building or Radio City Music Hall? The answer by just one year 

is the Chrysler Building constructed in 1930 nearly 90 years ago.  

The Empire State Building, the subject of Coco & Breezy question 

was completed a year later. They ask how many floors are there in this landmark of the Big Apple?  If you answered 102 floors you are 

correct, and we hope you get to take the elevator to the top. 

We move to the WONDERAMA kitchen for some healthy options for 

lunch or dinner from young Chef Simone Bridges.  Her creations 

showed how salads can be customized to be exactly how you want 

them. Simone highlighted the makings of both a special Mango and also a Pasta salad that can be easily made at home.  

Staying with the food theme the games on this episode are BANANA 

BATH and CIRCLE OF PIES. 

Rounding out the arts, on today’s WONDERAMA is OLIVIA TAYLOR.  

She charmed the studio audience with dancing skills. Olivia is 12 

years old and a member of the THR!VE Dance Company and Studio 

321 Ballet Company.   

EPISODE # 176 – 

On this episode of WONDERAMA, we shared a little bit of Ireland, 

visit with the STEM QUEEN to perform some scientific experiments, 

and are entertained by a performance from pop singer Victoria 

Dennis. All along with the Questions of the Day and messy games including PUDDING HEAD SPLAT and CIRCLE OF PIES. 

Celebrating the art and heritage of the Irish Dance culture, we were 

joined on the WONDERAMA stage from Valhalla, New York by the young women of the DOHERTY PETRI IRISH DANCE performing an 

Irish step dance routine.  

In a science segment, the Miss Delaware Outstanding Teen 

JACQUELINE MEANS -the STEM QUEEN shared experiments that 

dealt with colorful reactions. These demonstrations include using 

milk, food dyes, and dish soap for a special reaction. Also, an 

experiment with the bonding agent calcium chloride combined with sodium alginate to create alginate worms.  

The Questions of the Day are about Walt Disney and the Disney 

company. Callie asks about the first-named used for the character 

we all know as Mickey Mouse. Was he called Ricky Rat, Jerry the 

Gerbil or Mortimer Mouse? He was Mortimer but Walt’s wife thought 

that name was too snobby and thus he became Mickey Mouse.  

Disney is known for television, movies and amusement parks. Coco & Breezy asks when was the first Disney theme park opened? It was 

Disneyland in California back in 1955. 

The episode concludes with VICTORIA DENNIS, a 17-year-old singer- 

songwriter from New York.  She shares a performance of her original 

song: “Fire Kind”. 

EPISODE # 177 –

Toys, games, American history and diverse musical performances 

are the highlights on this episode of WONDERAMA. Returning to the 

WONDERAMA stage is a fan favorite, KING ROSCOE, a 16-year-old 

rapper from Atlanta.  He came to the attention of America when he 

appeared on the Lifetime cable series THE RAP GAME. He shares an 

new original song on this episode. 

From the SNEAK PEAK TOY REVIEW CHANNEL on YouTube, Maya 

Weitz brings several new toys to preview in this holiday season. 

Among the new toys are Hair Blinger, Twisted Challenge, Cubby, and 

the LEGO Hidden Side/LEGO Stranger Thing. 

Callie asks the Question of the Day dealing with U.S. history. What 

was the first capitol of the United States was it Philadelphia, New 

York City or Philadelphia? The City Hall in New York City was the 

capitol from 1785-1790. It then moved to Philadelphia before, the 

capitol was permanently established in Washington, D.C. Coco & 

Breezy tell us that our Presidents have been from various states. 

Their question is which state has more Presidents come from than 

any other state? The answer is eight Presidents were from Virginia. 

That is one of every five Presidents. 

 has a unique start with a performance from ELITE POWER, a 

clogging team from Winchester, Kentucky’s Studio One. The group 

of eight young performers recently were featured on “Little Big 

Shots”.  They are the 2017 CCA Starz National Champions. The games on this week’s episode include the challenge called THE 

DOG’S DINNER, along with other weekly messy game known as 

CIRCLE OF PIES. 

EPISODE # 178 –

There is a diverse presentation on this episode of WONDERAMA showcasing a unique dance group, AMERICA’S GOT TALENT Semi-Finalist, a healthy kid chef, art history and fun games.

The WONDERAMA stage is graced by a special group from New York City. AFRO AFRIQUE is an African dance group of a dozen young people of all ages. They have performed in Times Square and several festivals across the United States. The group has also appeared on the WONDERAMA on-line series: “THE BEAT”.

Young Chef QUANI FIELDS is in the WONDERAMA kitchen with David Osmond. He shows our viewers how to prepare healthier donuts. Even if they are cream-filled or made with strawberries, these donuts are baked instead of fried, so they are a healthier alternative that can be enjoyed as a special dessert.  Staying with the food theme, but much messier, the games on this WONDERAMA are THE DOG’S DINNER and our favorite CIRCLE OF PIES.

Callie poses the QUESTION OF THE DAY dealing with art history. She asks about one of the world’s most famous paintings.  It is the work of Leonardo DaVinci known as the Mona Lisa. The question asks how long it took to complete the painting. Was it 3 years, 9 years or 12 years? The masterpiece that can be seen in the Louvre museum in Paris took 12 years to complete, Coco & Breezy tell us about one of the most visited locations in the Vatican City in Rome, Italy. It is the work of Michelangelo, the world-famous Sistine Chapel. The magnificent artwork on the ceiling was completed in 4 years in the 16th century.

Coming back to WONDERAMA from Long Island, New York is singer CHRISTIAN GUARDINO. Having his sight restored with new groundbreaking experimental gene therapy, the issue of youth blindness is close to his heart, giving 100% of the proceeds from his most recent album to that cause. He performs his most recent single: “Waiting”.   

EPISODE # 179 –

WONDERAMA has a return visits from CIRCUS HARMONY, singer BRENLY BROWN, and Toy Reviewer MAYA WEITZ. Also, the QUESTIONS OF THE DAY about volcanoes here on earth and in our solar system and as usual some of our favorite messy games.

From the SNEAK PEAK TOY REVIEW CHANNEL on YouTube, MAYA WEITZ returns to WONDERAMA and brings several new toys to preview in this holiday season. Among them are Hot Wheels/Mario Kart, Blume, Cubby, Boopi the Booty Shaking Llama and Alien X.

CIRCLE OF PIES and DOG’S DINNER are the competitions of the day.  While Callie’s QUESTION OF THE DAY as promised deals with volcanoes. They are formed from eruptions in the earth’s crust that allow for lava to reach the earth’s surface. Though volcanoes do not erupt that often. Callie asks which is the most active volcano? Is it Mt. St Helen, Mt. Kilauea or Mt. Etna?  The answer is one of the five volcanoes that created the Hawaiian Islands, Mt. Kilauea. Coco & Breezy shared the fact that volcanoes exist on the planets and the moons in our solar system. Io on Jupiter’s moon is the most active, but which is the largest? At twice the size of Arizona, the answer is Olympus Mons on Mars,

The performances on this episode are from CIRCUS HARMONY, which is a non-profit social circus organization from the St. Louis area. They use the circus arts to motivate social change. With unicycles and other juggling skills these eight performers connect with and inspire communities with their entertainment programs. This episode concludes with a moving interpretation from country singer and songwriter BRENLY BROWN performing her new song Blue.

EPISODE # 180- 

We go to the animals on this episode of WONDERAMA with a return by Animal Expert CORBIN MAXEY. The QUESTIONS OF THE DAY deal with the Solar System and Astronauts. We are also joined by hip-hop dancers ELIN & DYLAN and the band RECESS.

CORBIN MAXIE returns with a demonstration that includes a coati, baby opossum, and 90-pound tortoise. BIKE BLASTERS and CIRCLE OF PIES are the massy games on this WONDERAMA.

The QUESTION OF THE DAY deals with the Solar System which includes the Sun, the Planets and their Moons. Callie asks which is the hottest planet? Is it, Mars, Venus or Mercury? Even though Mercury is the closest to the sun, it is Venus. That planet’s atmosphere traps the heat making it the hottest.  Coco & Breezy tells us that Astronauts can spend as much as six months in space. They then ask what was the first foods eaten in space? The answer is apple sauce consumed in weightlessness in 1962 by Astronaut John Glenn. 

The all-boy, four-member garage band RECESS returns to the WONDERAMA stage from Parma, Ohio. Performing an original song from their recently completed EP, “From Dust to Gold”.

The last segment of WONDERAMA showcases dancers, who were featured on AMERICA’S GOT TALENT, 12-year-old ELIN from Nashville and DYLAN from Los Angeles, both are trained hip-hop dancers. They recently tied for first place in solos at the Nuvo Dance Convention in Hollywood, California. They are performing a special number for the WONDERAMA audience.

EPISODE #181 – 

In a brand-new special episode, we are celebrating the holiday season.  Some of our favorite guests perform holiday songs.

 Coming back to WONDERAMA is singer CHRISTIAN GUARDINO. He is joined by host David Osmond for a rousing rendition of the holiday classic “GO TELL IT TO THE MOUNTAIN”.

Callie provides questions and answers about the traditions and the history of the holiday season including the origins of the Christmas tree and the New Year’s Eve celebration.

Country singer KADIE LYNN ROBERTSON comes to the WONDERMA stage with a special Christmas performance, while SLEEPY MAN performs bluegrass take on “JINGLE BELLS”.

SARAH OSMOND is joined by David Osmond his young children for her performance of a Cajun holiday classic: “POPA NOEL”.

MASTER CHEF JUNIOR Chef CYDNEY SHERMAN brings her special recipe for a traditional English holiday treat.  Adding cake whip cream, various berries and lemon curd for this creation of from her recipe for LEMON BERRY TRIFLE.

EPISODE #153R – 

Celebrating the season, David Osmond welcomes back some of our favorite guests as they perform special holiday songs in this returning holiday special episode.  Callie and Coco & Breezy provide questions and answers about the traditions and the history of the holiday season including the number of cards sent every year and the origin of the New Year’s Eve celebration. 

 Singer/Songwriter DARIO DEL PRIORE does his own composition “THIS CHRISTMAS”. David Osmond joins the a cappella group UNACCOMPANIED MINORS for “ALL I WANT FOR CHRISTMAS IS YOU”.

BROOKLYN QUEEN has an original song for the holiday. The JOYOUS STRING ENSEMBLE shares their own version of “SLEIGH RIDE”, while SLEEPY MAN performs bluegrass take on “JINGLE BELLS”.

EPISODE # 182 – 

Welcome to the BEST OF HOW TO. This special episode of WONDERAMA brings back some of our favorite guest to revisit their demonstrations of science, cooking and cute animals along with the QUESTIONS OF THE DAY.

 In a STEM segment, the theme of pressure is showcased by the Young Scientist CHASE WILEY using dry ice as the element for three experiments.  The first showed how dry ice can expand things, using a balloon. Then the second showed how pressure can build up and then be released using a film canister. Then center stage, filling a large container with Ping Pong balls and dry ice, the explosion filled the studio with the balls. All underscores the properties of dry ice which is the solid form of carbon dioxide.

 The Miss Delaware Outstanding Teen JACQUELINE MEANS -the STEM QUEEN shared experiments hat dealt with colorful reaction These demonstrations include using milk, food dyes, and dish soap for a special reaction. Also, an experiment with the bonding agent calcium chloride combined with sodium alginate to create alginate worms.

Two teams from BRONX SCIENCE SCHOOL in New York City, the 

SciBorgs and the all-female FeMaidens demonstrate the robots that they created in a two-minute challenge. Each of the robots picks up 

dodgeballs off the floor and deliver them to the two targets with differ-ent height holes.

The QUESTIONS OF THE DAY deal with MUSIC.  Callie talks about music genres from classical to contemporary.  She asks when a song gets stuck in your head what is called. It is replay worm, ear worm or brain worm? That song that replays in your brain is called an ear worm. Coco & Breezy talk about the BEATLES, the famous group that were together for less than 10 years. Before they were the BEATLES what did they call their group? They were known as JOHNNY & THE MOONDOGS.

“MARK THE CHEF”, a contestant on both MASTER CHEF JUNIOR 

and CHOPPED JUNIOR shows us how to make a quick and healthy 

shrimp skewers. CORBIN MAXIE returns with a demonstration that includes a coati, baby opossum, and 90-pound tortoise.

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