Child Development

Tiny Stars is the first class in our child development series, Tiny Stars is for babies that are sitting and perhaps just beginning to crawl.  Your little one will explore concepts of cause and effect and object permanence through playful games of hide-and-seek, fill and spill, instrument play, and pop-up toys.  Simple water play, sticky contact paper, and finger painting provide sensory stimulation and fine motor practice.   Parenting discussions include nap/nighttime sleep, solid food, language development, temperament and more.

The second class in our child development series, Little Lunas is for older babies who are- or soon will be- on the go! Babies in this class have discovered that they can make things happen!  Watch them problem solve and strengthen motor skills with ball ramps, tubes and tunnels, puzzles and cause and effect toys.  Water, dry oatmeal, painting and scribbling play provide sensory stimulation and fine motor practice.   Parenting discussions include:  nap/night time sleep, finger foods, separation anxiety, importance of routines, early discipline and more.

The third class in our child development and parenting series, Moon Walkers is for our newest and youngest toddlers!  Crawling, cruising, or toddling, these little girls and guys will have a ball seeing their pals, exploring new and exciting sensory materials and interacting with their caregivers.  Watch as your little one begins to imitate actions in familiar circle-time songs, follow simple directions and anticipate what’s coming next! Topics covered include: transitioning from two naps to one, picky eating, positive discipline, tantrums and language development. With multiple learning stations to explore, this is the perfect class for your amazing, busy, toddler! This class may be repeated.*

Toddlers in our Curious Comets class are little scientists engaged in endless exploration and problem-solving!  Multiple learning stations allow toddlers to explore at their own pace, and new and more sophisticated songs, toys and activities are introduced to reflect your child’s developing skills. With new activities and songs each session, this is a class you can enjoy all year long!  Topics discussed include: trouble-shooting naps and night time sleep, picky eating, tantrums, discipline, language development and more.

Older toddlers in our Discoverers class (previously known as Shooting Stars) have fun while they practice following directions, using simple phrases, making requests and taking turns.  At our play-based learning stations, children will paint with new and interesting tools, play with water, put on puppet shows, balance on river stones and much, much more! Topics covered include nap resisting, bedtime stalling, potty training, tantrums, discipline, aggressive behaviors and more.  With new activities and songs each session, this is a class you can enjoy all year long!

Books and Buddies is a drop-in playgroup that begins with a few carefully chosen, interactive and engaging stories. Puppets, bubbles, songs and other props will be incorporated, along with seasonal stories.

Afterward, children can play in our new, safe, and welcoming Playzone. Families may also bring a nut-free snack to enjoy in the cafe after the group ends.

Please register in advance as space is limited.

$10 for child, $15 for 2 children, $18 for 3 children.

Saturday ZOOM! Playgroup is resuming in January 2020!

ZOOM! Playgroup is a drop-in play adventure for little ones ages 7 months to 4 years and their caregivers.  It is held on Saturday mornings 10:30 am to 12:00 pm.

ZOOM! Playgroup starts with circle time, followed by free play in the PlayZone and an age-appropriate craft in the cafe. Zoom! ends with a brief circle time led by one of our instructors, including music and bubbles! Families may also bring a nut-free snack to enjoy in the cafe.

$15/one child, $25/two children, $30/three children.

All are welcome to drop-in to Zoom! Playgroup!! Space is limited however, so register ahead of time!