MAGIC Makers (Infants - 3 Years)


MAGIC MAKERS
Infants - 3 Years
All children in theses classes must be accompanied by an adult throughout the class period. Active participation on behalf of the adult enhances the class.

TINY TUMBLERS
45 minutes / 6-10 months – 11-18 months
Our colorful mini-gym is the perfect environment for your child to explore movement using developmentally-appropriate equipment. Our classes are grouped by age and the 6 to 10 mos class reinforces acquired movement skills while enhancing climbing, tracking, balancing, and social skills. The 11 to 18 month children benefit from an individual, gently-structured class that incorporates jumping, throwing, catching, climbing, and rolling in a specially designed circuit. The high instructor to child ratio enables each child to get one-on-one attention during each session. Music is played during the activities, and each class ends with some group

TUMBLE TIME
45 minutes / 18 – 28 months, 2.5 – 3.5 years
Age-appropriate gymnastics skills, coordination, and balance are developed in this fun, safe, and gently-structured program in our spacious gym. Classes utilize the trampoline, bars, balance beam, tumbling mats, andTumblTrakTM in skill-building circuits. Each class ends with a group activity such as bubbles, parachute, or basketball. For safety and insurance purposes,we ask all participants to remain with their class at all times.

DOUBLE TIME
1.5 hours / 18 – 28 months, 2.5 – 3.5 years
This 90-minute class combines 45 minutes of “TumbleTime” (see above) with 45 minutes of “ClassroomTime,”which provides group socialization and activities in our preschool classroom. ClassroomTime introduces children to nursery school themes such as holidays, colors, shapes, and the seasons, using techniques such as art, cooking, and science projects. The “free play” period utilizes age-appropriate toys and creative activities, and the class is rounded out with related songs, stories, and a snack.

TODDLER TIME
45 minutes / 18 – 24 months, 2 – 3 years
Experience a pre-school environment without separation! Each class encourages exploration and discovery through group play, art, music, science, story time, and cooking activities, all in a fully equipped preschool classroom. A great way to introduce your child to the preschool environment, Toddler Time provides children with the tools and confidence they need for future separation classes.

ART START
45 minutes / 2 – 3 years
Welcome to the wonderful world of art! Children explore various art mediums such as paint, glue, clay, and printing, through exciting creative themes such as “the circus,” “my garden,” “under the sea,” and more. Fine motor skills are emphasized alongside creative exploration, as children are encouraged to create without worrying about making a mess!

ENCHANTING ARTISTS
45 minutes / 15 – 18 months, 18 – 24 months, 2 – 3 years
Enchanting Artists introduces children to visual art,music, and stories all in one class! Each class begins with a themed art project,which may include painting, collage, clay modeling, or drawing, and then progresses to singing, finger plays, rhythm instruments,movement games, and other forms of self-expression. We wrap up with a story,which is imaginatively told through the use of puppets, props, and dramatization. With the same routine used each time, Enchanting Artists provides a well-structured environment where children can progress at their own speed.

BUBBLES N’ BUGS
45 minutes / 2.5 – 3.5 years
In this age-appropriate science class, children will learn about topics such as the senses,magnets, dinosaurs, nature, crawling critters, and more! Using experiments, instruments, art, songs, and games, Bubbles ’n Bugs encourages and satisfies each child’s natural curiosity about how things work. Everyone is involved in experiments, keeping kids engaged and interested.

READY-SET-STIR
(formerly known as Junior Chefs)
1 hour / 2 – 3 years
Have fun while making yummy dishes in this hands-on cooking class. Young children are fascinated as they learn how to mix, measure, pour, and sift various ingredients to create delicious, healthy, and kid-friendly snacks and main dishes. Kitchen safety and proper food handling are stressed throughout the session, as are sequencing,measurement, and group work.

BACH’S BUILDING BLOCKS *New Music Class!*
45 minutes / 11-18 months, 18-24 months
It all has to start somewhere!With Bach’s Building Blocks, your children are whisked away to a magical world of music where Bach and even all the Broadway stars began! Musical games with unique educational twists will transform your tots into the next great composer or singer! Every class presents the opportunity to interact with countless diverse styles of music, develop pitch recognition, musical memory, and even composition! Whether it’s learning rhythmic movement experiences called Eurhythmics or even learning to play their first instrument- the kazoo, our goal is for your child to sing with delight!Through music your children will also learn basic socialization skills, beginning math skills, and maybe even find creative inspiration! And what do you have when you finish building all your blocks? The stars of tomorrow!

TODDLER-BOP *New Music CLass!*
45 minutes/ 2-3 years
This class will carry your child away into the whimsical world of musical games and learning songs. Class activities will explore favorite melodies, folk songs, the development of proper posture, the discovery of “solfege” – a musical language and of course learning about all the different instruments in an orchestra!We will bridge the natural connection between movement and music that will enhance listening and encourage sense of rhythm. Start your child on the exciting journey of the joy of music!

“ON MY OWN” CLASSES
BUSY BEE TIME
1.5 hours / 2.3 – 3.5 years
This unique On My Own combination class gives children the opportunity to explore a variety of activities within one class period. Within the class time, children are exposed to various activities including art, music, movement, cooking, science, games, stories, and dramatic play. A first-time separation class, Busy Bee is a nurturing, small-group environment that allows children to gain confidence in their independence. Please send your child with lunch (no nuts, please).
MY OWN TIME
2.5 hours / 2.3 – 3.5 years
This preschool alternative class introduces children to themes such as transportation, colors, shapes, holidays, and people in our community through art, cooking, science, and educational games. Group time incorporates music and movement, instruments, storytelling, and books. Children enjoy “free play” in our stimulating, fully-equipped preschool classroom. Outside playground time and snack time are also included. Note: children must be registered for a minimum of two days per week.