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CMSM-at-Home-0040 Invisible Ink

It’s time for secret messages with #CMSMatHome!

Get some paper, cotton swabs, and some pure, strained lemon juice. Dip your cotton swab(s) into the juice and write or draw on the paper. Wait for your message or artwork to dry, then bring it to a lamp. Hold up the paper, close to the light bulb, and wait to see what happens!

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Due to the Winter weather in our area.
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