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Art
Young Art: Multi-media creating and art making (4–6 years and caregiver)
We will explore the use of watercolor sticks, acrylic paints, chalk pastel, glue and paper, pen and crayons all around the session’s theme. During the first session the children will create compositions representing their summer experiences including: what they saw, places they went, and things that happened. They will then change focus to the coming fall season with all its beauty! The next session’s theme is the fantasy, fun and contrasts associated with Halloween as well as the traditions of Thanksgiving.
Cost for this 45 minute/6 session class: $96 plus $30 materials fee, Instructor: Dominique Patrick
Session Dates: 9/8 – 10/13, Mondays, 10:30 - 11:15 a.m. Summer Experiences and Fall Themes
Session Dates: 10/20 – 11/1, Mondays, 10:30 - 11:15 a.m. Halloween and Thanksgiving Themes
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Baby Signs®
Baby Signs® Sign, Say and Play™ (6 months–2 years and caregiver)
This Baby Signs® play class program is designed especially for parents and their babies. Our fun games, songs, and activities highlight important developmental skills and introduce families to many of the most popular signs. This class will provide you and your child with an opportunity to meet and spend time with friends, an in-depth understanding of the Baby Signs® Program, easy ways to learn and practice signs and fun activities to stimulate your baby’s growth in: motor development, cognitive development , language and literacy development and social and emotional development. Class participants receive the Sign, Say & Play™ Starter Kit created especially for infants and toddlers: BeeBo’s Play Pack™, My First Fun Signs DVD and Board Book, More Fun Signs Board Book, Quick Reference Guide, Higgeldy-Piggeldy and Bobbledy-Boop! music CD and Songbook. Please bring a baby blanket to class.
Cost for this 45 minute/6 session class: $70 plus $65 materials fee, Instructor: Lisa Andrews
Session Dates: 8/2 – 9/13, Saturdays, 9:30 – 10:15 a.m., no class 9/6, Instructor: Jessica Ormberg
Session Dates: 7/22 – 8/26 Tuesdays, 12:30 – 1:15 p.m., no class 7/22, Instructor: Lisa Andrews
Session Dates: 9/9 – 10/14, Tuesdays, 12:00 – 12:45 p.m., Instructor: Lisa Andrews
Session Dates:10/28 – 12/2 Tuesdays, 12:00 – 12:45 p.m., Instructor: Lisa Andrews
Additional class days and times available by request, please call 564-2879 or email for more information
Baby Signs® More Sign, Say & Play ™ (6 months–2 years and caregiver)
This is another 6-week Baby Signs® Program designed especially for parents and their babies. An extension of the Sign, Say & Play™ Class for babies and parents, these classes follow the familiar Sign, Say & Play™ format of fun songs, games and activities. 36 new signs from the important themes of: feelings, outside, safety, farm, zoo and birthday will be taught. Each family who is enrolled in the class will get a MORE Sign, Say & Play™ Kit, which includes: BeeBo's™ Playhouse, Baby BeeBo™ plush toy, Sign Along with BeeBo DVD, BeeBo's Big Birthday Surprise 'lift-the-flap' book and If You're Happy & You Know It music CD and songbook. Please bring a baby blanket to class.
Cost for this 45 minute/6 session class: $70 plus $65 materials fee, Instructor: Lisa Andrews
Single Class: Date TBA
Baby Signs® Parent Workshop (Adult Caregivers)
Discover the positive effects of teaching infants to communicate with signs before they can talk. The Baby Signs® Parent Workshop introduces parents to the history of the Baby Signs® movement and the research behind the program. Parents will learn about the many benefits for families who incorporate signing into their daily lives and be provided with the knowledge and strategies they need to begin teaching their children to use signs. Participants will receive the Baby Signs® Parent Kit which includes: The Baby Signs® Parent Guide, Welcome to the Baby Signs® Program DVD, My Baby Signs® Sampler DVD, Signs at a Glance Flipper and My Baby Signs® Bookmarks.
Cost for this 2 hour class: $55 per couple, Instructor: Lisa Andrews
Single Class: Date TBA
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Cooking
Smart Chefs: Promoting Preschool Skills Through Cooking (3-6 years old and caregiver)
Children's literature is full of references to foods and to other ideas that can inspire "cooking" activities for preschool-age children. The skills developed through these activities include: pre-math, pre-reading, health, safety, nutrition, following directions, cooperation, science and many more. Each class will feature additional activities including dramatic play, art, creative story telling and more. Come join us for wonderful literature-based, healthy cooking projects.
Cost for this 45 minute/6 session class: $75 plus $10 materials fee Instructor: Lisa Andrews
Session Dates: 9/9 – 10/14, Tuesdays, 11:00 – 11:45 a.m.
Session Dates: 10/28 – 12/2 Tuesdays, 11:00 – 11:45 a.m.
Dance
Hip Hop Kids (5–9 years)
Busy Bees Studio has joined with Dance 10 Dance Center to bring your child the best experience in dance instruction. Your child won't be able to stop moving to the funky beat of hip hop. We will incorporate beginning moves that will teach your child the fundamentals of hip hop and break dancing. This class will also give them the opportunity to explore their own creativity and sense of style. Parents are invited to attend the last class of the session to see what the children have learned! Please bring a water bottle with your child’s name on it to class.
Cost for this 45 minute/6 session class: $70, Instructor: Marqos Maldonado
Session Dates: 7/14 – 8/18, Mondays, 4:30 - 5:15 p.m.
Session Dates: 9/9 – 10/14, Tuesdays, 4:30 - 5:15 p.m.
Session Dates: 10/28 – 12/2 Tuesdays, 4:30 - 5:15 p.m.
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Etiquette
Bee Polite! (3–5 years)
Manners are not just about which fork to use, they are about fostering respectfulness, responsibility and compassion. This class teaches manners, etiquette and social skills to children through the use of activities, props and role-playing. We will engage young children and hold their attention as they learn valuable life skills such as conversational manners, table manners, introductions and “common” courtesies.
Cost for this 45 minute/6 session class: $80, Instructor: Lisa Dupre
Session Dates: 9/9 – 10/14, Tuesdays, 1:00 – 1:45 p.m.
Session Dates: 10/30 – 12/11 Thursdays, 1:15 - 2:00 p.m.
Manners Matter (6–9 years)
This program concentrates on teaching children about respect, first impressions and communication skills. The goal of this class is to teach social skills that will last a lifetime in a simple and straightforward way. Children will learn that they project an image of themselves to others through their behavior and how they can project the image they would most like.
Cost for this 45 minute/6 session class: $80, Instructor: Lisa Dupre
Session Dates: 9/11 – 10/16, Thursdays, 3:30 – 4:15 p.m.
Session Dates: 10/30 – 12/11, Thursdays, 3:30 – 4:15 p.m., no class 11/27
Social Self-Confidence (10-12 years)
This course gives young people the confidence, basic social knowledge and situational etiquette skills they need to build character, make a positive impression and feel good about themselves. Give your child the opportunity to handle all situations with poise, including introductions and greetings, dining, telephone and face to face conversations and letter writing.
Cost for this 45 minute/6 session class: $80, Instructor: Lisa Dupre
Session Dates: 9/11 – 10/16, Thursdays, 4:30 – 5:15 p.m.
Session Dates: 10/30 – 12/11, Thursdays, 4:30 – 5:15 p.m. no class 11/27
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Fitness
Smart Fit: Promoting Brain Development and Physical Fitness Through Movement and Music(3-6 years)
Studies show that moving the body wakes up the brain and makes it easier to learn and retain knowledge. In fact, there are specific movements that have been proven to stimulate brain development in children. This increases their ability to learn. It is VERY important that physical movement be a part of everyone's daily life. Learning to enjoy moving at a young age will increase the likelihood that your child will continue moving into adulthood and enjoy a healthy active lifestyle. Children will be engaged in 30 minutes of physical movement designed specifically to enhance learning ability and promote physical fitness, all set to fun music! Parent participation is optional.
Cost for this 30 minute/6 session class: $45, Instructor: Lisa Andrews
Session Dates: 9/9 – 10/14, Tuesdays, 10:00 – 10:45 a.m., Instructor: Lisa Andrews
Session Dates: 10/28 – 12/2 Tuesdays, 10:00 – 10:45 a.m., Instructor: Lisa Andrews
Kindergarten Readiness
Children learn best when actively engaged. The goal of all the Kindergarten Readiness courses is to provide activities that the children love to do while teaching important kindergarten readiness skills.
Kindergarten Readiness I (for children who will attend Kindergarten in the Fall of 2009)
During this course your child will develop Kindergarten Readiness skills in a fun and nurturing environment. This class will focus on letter recognition, numbers, and fine motor development with an emphasis on learning to love books! These skills will be taught by a former Kindergarten teacher through hands on games and engaging activities. This first installment of the Kindergarten Readiness series focuses on uppercase letters A-P. As with all our Kindergarten Readiness classes, we will develop important Kindergarten skills such as: classifying, sorting, comparing, patterns, visual discrimination, predicting, story re-telling, and graphing.
Cost for this 45 minute/5 session class: $80, Instructor: Julie Arbogast
Session Dates: 9/11 - 10/9, Thursdays, 9:00 – 9:45 a.m.
Session Dates: 10/23 - 11/20, Thursdays, 10:00 – 10:45 a.m.
Session Dates: 1/8 – 2/5, Thursdays, 11:00 – 11:45 a.m.
Session Dates: 2/19 – 3/19, Thursdays, 9:00 – 10:45 a.m.
Kindergarten Readiness II (for children who will attend Kindergarten in the Fall of 2009)
This course builds upon the strong base Kindergarten Readiness has established. The emphasis in this class is on letter sounds and tracing of letters to reinforce their pre-writing skills. The children will also learn to count to 50 and recognize numbers through 20. As always, these skills will be taught through interactive play and games. This second installment of the Kindergarten Readiness series focuses on uppercase letters Q–Z. As with all our Kindergarten Readiness classes we will develop important Kindergarten skills such as: classifying, sorting, comparing, patterns, visual discrimination, predicting, story re-telling, and graphing.
Cost for this 45 minute/5 session class: $80, Instructor: Julie Arbogast
Session Dates: 1/8 – 2/5, Thursdays, 9:00 – 10:45 a.m.
Session Dates: 2/19 – 3/19, Thursdays, 10:00 – 10:45 a.m.
Kindergarten Readiness III (for children who will attend Kindergarten in the Fall of 2009)
We will focus on combining letters to form words in this course. The children will be introduced to the concepts of vowels and consonants. They will also take home books to practice their newly acquired reading skills. The ultimate goal of this class is to instill a love of reading and books. Number development will also continue with beginning addition and subtraction. This third installment of the Kindergarten Readiness series focuses on letters A–K. This coverage is a more complex and in-depth than that of Kindergarten Readiness I and Kindergarten Readiness II. The children will make independent formation of both upper and lower case letters. As with all our Kindergarten Readiness classes we will develop important Kindergarten skills such as: classifying, sorting, comparing, patterns, visual discrimination, predicting, story re-telling, and graphing.
Cost for this 45 minute/5 session class: $80, Instructor: Julie Arbogast
Session Dates: 2/19 – 3/19, Thursdays, 9:00 – 10:45 a.m.
Kindergarten Readiness IV (for children who will attend Kindergarten in the Fall of 2009)
During this final installment of KR we will focus on combining letters to form words. The children will learn the difference between vowels and consonants and will take home books to practice their newly acquired reading skills. As with the previous KR classes, the ultimate goal is to instill a love of reading and books. Number development will continue with more beginning addition and subtraction. This fourth installment of the Kindergarten Readiness series focuses on letters L–Z. This coverage is a more complex and in-depth than that of Kindergarten Readiness II. The children will master independent formation of both upper and lower case letters. As with all our Kindergarten Readiness classes we will develop important Kindergarten skills such as: classifying, sorting, comparing, patterns, visual discrimination, predicting, story re-telling, and graphing.
Cost for this 45 minute/5 session class: $80, Instructor: Julie Arbogast
Session Dates: Spring 2008
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Martial Arts
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (4-6 years and parent)
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu although a relatively new martial art has been proven highly effective and is very popular amongst today's top martial artists. This course will focus on developing of ground techniques and proper falling skills to avoid injury. Jiu-Jitsu originally from Japan was an art taught by the Samurai. Samurai which means "to serve" embodies a mindset that students of this course will develop and practice; the importance of helping and serving others. Parent participation is encouraged!
Cost for this 30 minute/6 session class: $75, Instructor: Darin Wong
Session Dates: 9/9 – 10/14, Tuesdays, 5:30 – 6:00 p.m.
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (7-10 years)
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu although a relatively new martial art has been proven highly effective and is very popular amongst today's top martial artists. This course will focus on developing of ground techniques and proper falling skills to avoid injury. Jiu-Jitsu originally from Japan was an art taught by the Samurai. Samurai which means "to serve" embodies a mindset that students of this course will develop and practice; the importance of helping and serving others. Parent participation is encouraged!
Cost for this 45 minute/6 session class: $80, Instructor: Darin Wong
Session Dates: 9/11 – 10/16, Thursdays, 5:30 – 6:15 p.m.
Music
Music Pups® (0-5 years and parent)
The Music Pups® program is designed to nurture the musical development of young children. Music Pups will engage children and their parents through music, movement and fun! The use of percussion and rhythm instruments, co-operative bands, balls, scarves, imaginative play and fun songs will create a stimulating music environment for children. Music Pups is designed to accommodate a wide range of ages and offers a wonderful opportunity for siblings of different ages to enjoy a class together! (see our policies regarding sibling discounts). Cost for this 45 minute/8 session class: $150, Instructor: Lisa Dupre
Session Dates: 9/8 – 10/27, Mondays 12:00 - 12:45 p.m.
Session Dates: 9/9 – 10/28, Tuesdays, 9:00 – 9:45 a.m.
Session Dates: 9/10 – 10/29, Wednesdays, 10:45 – 11:30 a.m.
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Sunrise™(2-3 years and parent/caregiver)
Sunrise™ is an exciting and innovative pre-keyboard preschool music program. Its flexible and innovative format includes singing, rhythm, and ear training through stories, songs, and games. We use percussion, rhythm and keyboard instruments as well as balls, scarves, and imaginative play to begin mastering basic musical concepts. Each session builds on previous teaching with puppet friends to guide the way.
Parent participation is an important part of the Sunrise™ program, enabling parents to continue musical skill-building and exploration beyond the classroom. Students who complete all three Sunrise™ programs are fully prepared to begin Music for Young Children’s Sunshine™ (beginning keyboard) program.
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Sunrise™ 1
Puppet friend Buddy Croak (frog) leads the group in familiar songs like Old MacDonald and Twinkle Twinkle while introducing rhythm sticks, bells, castanets, and claves. Walking Bear, Standing Bear, Running Bear, and Sleepy Bear help children understand tempo changes and encourage them to explore tempo on rhythm instruments. Tapping, ringing, forte and piano introduce sounds and dynamics. Tonal patterns include standing still, stepping up, and stepping up so high. Take Home Materials: workbook, music CD and Buddy Croak puppet.
Cost for this 45 minute/9 week class: $162+ $38 materials fee, Instructor: Allison Shaw
Session Dates: 9/8 – 11/10, Mondays, 9:00 – 9:45 a.m. (no class 9/29)
Session Dates: 9/10 – 11/12, Wednesdays, 4:15 – 5:00 p.m. (no class 10/1)
Session Dates: 1/19 – 3/23, Mondays, 10:00 – 10:45 a.m. (no class 2/16)
Sunrise™ 2
Puppet friend Mellow Yellow (puppy) leads the group in familiar songs like Here We Go Looby Lou and Little Red Caboose while introducing the tambourine and triangle. The Music Teddies are back to expand tempo ideas and introduce rhythm stories. Sounds and dynamics expand to include high, low, and middle sounds and voice channels. Tonal patterns expand to include jump up high and stepping down. Take Home Materials: workbook, music CD and Mellow Yellow puppet. Sunrise™ 1 is strongly encouraged as a prerequisite for Sunrise™ 2.
Cost for this 45 minute/9 week class: $162+ $38 materials fee, Instructor: Allison Shaw
Session Dates: 1/19 – 3/23, Mondays, 9:00 – 9:45 a.m. (no class 2/16)
Session Dates: 1/21 – 3/18, Wednesdays, 4:15 – 5:00 p.m.
Session Dates: 4/6 – 6/8 Mondays, 10:00 –10:45 a.m. (no class 5/25)
Sunrise™ 3
Puppet friend Buzz (bee) leads the group in familiar songs like The Eentsy Weentsy Spider and We’re Going to Stomp while introducing maracas and tone blocks. The Music Teddies are back to play rhythm story guessing games. Sounds and dynamics expand to include crescendo, high/low/loud/quiet, and decrescendo. Tonal patterns expand to include stepping down so low and jump down low. Take Home Materials: workbook, music CD and Buzz puppet. Sunrise™ 2 is a required prerequisite for Sunrise™ 3
Cost for this 45 minute/9 week class: $162 + $38 materials fee, Instructor: Allison Shaw
Session Dates: 4/6 – 6/8, Mondays, 9:00 – 9:45 a.m., (no class 5/25/09)
Session Dates: 4/8 – 6/3 Wednesdays, 4:15 – 5:00 p.m.
Session Dates: To be determined during Sunrise™ 2 session
Music for Young Children’s® parent participation system of keyboard training classes (Sunshine™, Sunbeams™ and Moonbeams™) motivates and engages both parents and children, nurtures family bonds and delivers valuable co-learning experiences. Both parent and child will develop a firm, fundamental understanding of music while having fun together!
Sunshine™ 1a (3–4 years and parent)
This early keyboard training class teaches children basic keyboard geography, simple melodies and rhythm through the use of fun animal characters. Basic dynamics (piano and forte), composition terms, sight readings and ear training (high notes vs. low notes and basic note patterns) are learned. While learning concepts in a group setting the children will also receive individual instruction on the piano/keyboard.
All students who complete the course will be invited to participate in performances throughout the year.
Cost for this 55 minute/10 week class: $200 + $50 materials fee, Instructor: Martha Jordan
Session Dates: 9/10 – 11/12, Wednesdays, 11:45 a.m. - 12:40 p.m.
Session Dates: 9/10 – 11/12, Wednesdays, 3:00 - 3:55 p.m.
Sunshine™ 1b (3–4 years and parent)
This second installment of the Sunshine™1 keyboard training class continues to teach children keyboard geography, additional simple melodies and rhythm ensembles through the use of fun animal characters. In addition to the dynamics learned in Sunshine™ 1a, piano and forte, the children will learn (de)crescendos. Playing the keyboard using note patterns, sight readings and ear training (high notes vs. low notes and basic note patterns) are reinforced, but the main focus will be putting the composition terms learned last session to use. Each student will submit a composition into an international competition. While learning concepts in a group setting the children will also receive individual instruction on the piano/keyboard.
Cost for this 55 minute/10 week class: $200 + $50 materials fee, Instructor: Martha Jordan
Session Dates: Winter 2008 - 2009, Wednesdays, 11:45 a.m. - 12:40 p.m.
Session Dates Winter 2008 - 2009, Wednesdays, 3:00 - 3:55 p.m.
Sunshine™ 1c (3–4 years and parent)
This last installment of the Sunshine™ 1 keyboard training class continues to teach children keyboard geography, additional simple melodies and rhythm ensembles through the use of fun animal characters. The dynamics learned in the two prior Sunshine™ sessions, piano and forte and (de)crescendos will be reinforced and pianissimo and fortissimo will be introduced. Sight reading of the animal characters is transitioned to note reading. Ear and composition training continues and the class is now divided and given two different ensemble parts to play. While learning concepts in a group setting the children will also receive individual instruction on the piano/keyboard. All students who complete the course will be invited to participate in performances throughout the year.
Cost for this 55 minute/10 week class: $200 + $50 materials fee, Instructor: Martha Jordan
Session Dates: Spring 2009, Wednesdays, 11:45 a.m. - 12:40 p.m.
Session Dates: Spring 2009, Wednesdays, 3:00 - 3:55 p.m.
Sunbeams™ 1a (5-6 years and parent)
This keyboard training class teaches children keyboard geography and sight reading through the use of fun animal characters. Three basic dynamics; piano, forte and (de)crescendos are introduced in addition to basic composition terms. The children will play simple melodies by using note patterns. Ear training (music patterns, high vs. low notes and rhythm identification) will be emphasized. While learning concepts in a group setting the children will also receive individual instruction on the piano/keyboard. All students who complete the course will be invited to participate in performances throughout the year.
Cost for this 55 minute/10 week class: $240 + $60 materials fee, Instructor: Martha Jordan
Session Dates: 9/10 – 11/12, Wednesdays, 1:00 - 1:55 p.m.
Sunbeams™ 1b (5-6 years and parent)
This second installment of the Sunbeams™ 1 keyboard training class continues to teach children keyboard geography, additional simple melodies and rhythm ensembles through the use of fun animal characters. Sight reading of the animal characters is transitioned to note reading and the class is now divided and given two different ensemble parts to play. Additional ear training will include clap backs and identification of Major and Minor keys. The main focus of this session will be putting the composition terms learned last session to use. Each student will submit a composition into an international competition. While learning concepts in a group setting the children will also receive individual instruction on the piano/keyboard. All students who complete the course will be invited to participate in performances throughout the year.
Cost for this 55 minute/10 week class: $240 + $60 materials fee, Instructor: Martha Jordan
Session Dates: Winter 2008 - 2009, Wednesdays, 1:00 - 1:55 p.m.
Sunbeams™ 1c (5-6 years and parent)
This third installment of the Sunbeams™1 keyboard training class continues to teach children keyboard geography, additional simple melodies and rhythm ensembles through the use of fun animal characters. Sight reading training continues and hand bells are incorporated with the ensemble playing. Additional ear training will include melody identification, triple rhythms and differentiation of Major and Minor keys. While learning concepts in a group setting the children will also receive individual instruction on the piano/keyboard. All students who complete the course will be invited to participate in performances throughout the year.<>br
Cost for this 55 minute/10 week class: $240 + $60 materials fee, Instructor: Martha Jordan
Session Dates: Spring 2009, Wednesdays, 1:00 - 1:55 p.m.
Moonbeams™ 1a (6-9 years and parent)
This keyboard training class teaches children keyboard geography and sight reading through the use of sports analogies. Three basic dynamics; piano, forte and (de)crescendos are introduced in addition to basic composition terms. Ear training (music patterns, high vs. low notes, meter identification, basic intervals and rhythm identification) will be emphasized. While learning concepts in a group setting the children will also receive individual instruction on the piano/keyboard. All students who complete the course will be invited to participate in performances throughout the year.
Cost for this 55 minute/10 week class: $280 + $70 materials fee, Instructor: Martha Jordan
Session Dates: 9/10 – 11/12, Wednesdays, 2:00 - 2:55 p.m.
Moonbeams™ 1b (6-9 years and parent)
The second installment of the Monnbeams™1 keyboard training class teaches children keyboard geography and sight reading through the use of sports analogies. Sight reading practices continue and additional ear training will include; strengthening of meter identification dynamics and clap backs. The main focus of this session will be putting the composition terms learned last session to use. Each student will submit a composition into an international competition. While learning concepts in a group setting the children will also receive individual instruction on the piano/keyboard. All students who complete the course will be invited to participate in performances throughout the year.
Cost for this 55 minute/10 week class: $280 + $70 materials fee, Instructor: Martha Jordan
Session Dates: Winter 2008 - 2009, Wednesdays, 2:00 - 2:55 p.m.
Moonbeams™ 1c (6-9 years and parent)
This third installment of the Monnbeams™1 keyboard training class teaches children keyboard geography and sight reading through the use of sports analogies. Sight reading practices continue and additional ear training will include; tempo identification, major vs. minor key identification and trip rhythms. Students will be introduced to classical composers. While learning concepts in a group setting the children will also receive individual instruction on the piano/keyboard. All students who complete the course will be invited to participate in performances throughout the year.
Cost for this 55 minute/10 week class: $280 + $70 materials fee, Instructor: Martha Jordan
Session Dates: Spring 2009, Wednesdays, 2:00 - 2:55 p.m.
Science
Junior Scientists (3.5 – 6 years)
This hands-on class is designed to channel children's natural curiosity towards the world of science. Each meeting promises to encourage children's inquisitive minds in a fun, interactive environment as they learn that science is all around them. Our goal is to foster "scientist" within each child.
Cost for this 45 minute/4 session class: $50, Instructor: Elisa Reuter
Session Dates: 9/11 – 10/2, Thursdays, 12:00- 12:45 p.m.
Session Dates: 10/16 – 11/6, Thursdays, 12:00- 12:45 p.m.
Session Dates: 11/13 – 12/11, Thursdays, 12:00- 12:45 p.m., no class 11/27
Private Tutoring
Private and small group tutoring available by appointment.
Our current tutors specialize in Reading and Math for K-6
Please call 916-564-BUSY (2879) or email for more information.
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Spanish
Amigos Prescolar (Preschool Friends) (2 – 5 years)
This year long once-a-week mini preschool program will immerse children in Spanish while they learn and do all that is traditionally done in preschool. Taught by a former Montessori Preschool instructor, this hands-on, socially developmental program will include: arts and crafts, music and movement, practical living skills, imaginative play, songs, and exercises designed to develop cooperation and the ability to follow directions. Multi-cultural snacks are provided.
Cost for this Two and a half hour/weekly program: $160 a month plus an annual registration
Fridays 9:00 - 11:30 a.m., Starting 9/12, Instructors: Blanca Lawton and Elsa Frederickson of The Spanish Immersion Program
To register contact Blanca Lawton at 916-486-8276
Jardin de Ninos Espanol (Spanish Kindergarten) (5-6 years and parent)
This year long once-a-week program is designed for the post-preschool child. This dynamic class taught by the founder of The Spanish Immersion Program and former Montessori Preschool instructor, Blanca Lawton, will keep kids active and engaged while they explore stations which will highlight: crafts, music, dance, games, role-playing, songs, and exercises all in Spanish.
Cost for this 1 hour and 45 minute/weekly program: $160 a month plus an annual registration
Fridays 1:00 - 2:45 p.m., Starting 9/12, Instructors: Blanca Lawton and Elsa Frederickson of The Spanish Immersion Program
To register contact Blanca Lawton at 916-486-8276
Bilingual Families (Parents and their children 18 months–2.5 years)
Even before your baby speaks he or she can begin to learn Spanish! Parents will learn how they can help lay the foundation of a second language while having fun with their tot.! Parents and babies will learn basic Spanish using repetitive songs, nursery rhymes and puppets. This class will be fun and educational for both babies and moms.
Cost for this 45 minute/6 week class: $120
Session Dates: 9/8 – 10/13, Mondays, 2:00 – 2:45, Instructor: Elsa Frederickson of The Spanish Immersion Program
Session Dates: 9/12 – 10/17, Fridays, 12:00 – 12:45, Instructor: Blanca Lawton of The Spanish Immersion Program
Session Dates: 10/27 – 12/1, Mondays, 2:00 – 2:45, Instructor: Elsa Frederickson of The Spanish Immersion Program
Session Dates: 10/31 – 12/12, Fridays, 12:00 – 12:45, No Class 11/28, Instructor: Blanca Lawton of The Spanish Immersion Program
Little Linguists (3–5 years)
Using traditional circle time, your little one will learn basic Spanish through imaginative play, props, manipulatives and songs. This class will have your little one learning the Spanish words for things he or she sees and does everyday.
Cost for this 45 minute/6 week class: $120
Session Dates: 9/8 – 10/13, Mondays, 1:00 – 1:45, Instructor: Elsa Frederickson of The Spanish Immersion Program
Session Dates: 10/27 – 12/1, Mondays, 1:00 – 1:45, Instructor: Elsa Frederickson of The Spanish Immersion Program
Exciting Espanol(6-10 years)
Structured around your child's early reading and writing skills this class will teach Spanish at a developmentally appropriate level. But don't let that fool you; there will still be plenty of fun and adventure! Of course, we will sing, hear stories, chat and role play all en espanol!
Cost for this 45 minute/6 week class: $120
Session Dates: 9/8 – 10/13, Mondays, 4:30 – 5:15, Instructor: Elsa Frederickson of The Spanish Immersion Program
Session Dates: 10/27 – 12/1, Mondays, 4:30 – 5:15, Instructor: Elsa Frederickson of The Spanish Immersion Program
Adult Introduction to Spanish
This class is structured to teach both those who need a refresher and novices how to communicate effectively in Spanish. Whether your goal is to learn Spanish to help you communicate: on the job, on vacation, for fun or personal development, this conversation-based class will help you meet that goal! This non-conventional class is designed to teach Spanish in an engaging manner. There will be games, songs, role-playing and lots of fun.
Cost for this 45 minute/6 week class: $120
Session Dates: 9/8 – 10/13, Mondays, 5:30 – 6:15, Instructor: Elsa Frederickson of The Spanish Immersion Program
Session Dates: 10/27 – 12/1, Mondays, 5:30 – 6:15, Instructor: Elsa Frederickson of The Spanish Immersion Program
Toddler Time
Toddler Time ™ (18 months - 3 years with caregiver)
This exciting, educational play time offers an opportunity for little ones to move and groove, socialize, learn, explore and most importantly have fun! Toddlers will laugh, sing, dance, and pretend their way through themed activities including: art, reading, puppets, imaginative play (dress up), music and movement, math and science. A light snack will be served to the children, please bring your own water bottle or sippy cup.
Cost for this 45 minute/6 session class: $75, Instructor: Kelly Cordero
Session Dates: 9/10 - 10/15, Wednesdays, 9:30 - 10:15 a.m.
Session Dates: 10/29 - 12/3, Wednesdays, 9:30 - 10:15 a.m.
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Yoga
Tots Itsy Bitsy Yoga™ (crawling to 2 years and caregiver)
This fun-loving, supportive, and active yoga practice filled with dozens of Itsy Bitsy Yoga poses just for tots. In a time when tots naturally become busier, Itsy Bitsy Yoga continues to build the parent/child bond, helps our tots feel happier and more confident in their moving bodies, and encourages their creative spirit. Parents get to do a little yoga too (no yoga experience required). Experience the shared joy when Tots move into yoga poses on their own! Learn more about Itsy Bitsy Yoga® and its founder, Helen Garabedian.
Cost for this 45 minute/6 session class: $65, Instructor: Lisa Dupre
Session Dates: 9/11 – 10/16, Thursdays, 10:00 – 10:45 a.m.
Session Dates: 10/30 – 12/11, Thursdays, 11:00 – 11:45 a.m., no class 11/27
Tykes Itsy Bitsy Yoga™ (2–4 years and caregiver)
Tykes Itsy Bitsy Yoga offers a fascinating flow of poses, songs, stories, and games through which parent and child can deepen their bond. This age-appropriate class helps Tykes and their parents discover and enhance their physical and social development. Tykes Itsy Bitsy Yoga is good for building a child’s foundation for a healthy and fit lifestyle, and it is so much fun! Learn more about Itsy Bitsy Yoga® and its founder, Helen Garabedian.
Cost for this 45 minute/6 session class: $65, Instructor: Lisa Dupre
Session Dates: 9/11 – 10/16, Thursdays, 11:00 – 11:45 a.m.
Session Dates: 10/28 – 12/2, Tuesdays, 1:00 – 1:45 p.m.
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Just for Moms and Dads
Adult Introduction to Spanish (adults)
This class is structured to teach both those who need a refresher and novices how to communicate effectively in Spanish. Whether your goal is to learn Spanish to help you communicate: on the job, on vacation, for fun or personal development, this conversation-based class will help you meet that goal! This non-conventional class is designed to teach Spanish in an engaging manner. There will be games, songs, role-playing and lots of fun.
Cost for this 45 minute/6 week class: $120
Session Dates: 9/8 – 10/13, Mondays, 5:30 – 6:15, Instructor: Elsa Frederickson of The Spanish Immersion Program
Session Dates: 10/27 – 12/1, Mondays, 5:30 – 6:15, Instructor: Elsa Frederickson of The Spanish Immersion Program
*Special sessions available for Spanish in the workplace (construction, medical, restaurant, human resources, etc.), call 916-486-8276 for more information.
CPR/AED/First Aid Training (adults)
Are you prepared to provide first aid or other lifesaving techniques in an emergency? Whether you have an addition to your family, have forgotten the lessons you took as an expectant parent, need certification for employment or just want to brush up on the latest American Heart Associations (AHA) course curriculum (including the most recent 2007 changes) this class will provide you with what you need to be prepared, from CPR, first aid and automated external defibrillator (AED). The classes are led by licensed or certified Nurses, EMTs and other emergency trained personnel who deliver these life saving techniques in the field. It is through their professional experience that we are able to offer what can not be found in simple textbook training. These classes use humor in a relaxed environment and gives the skills needed for the average person feel more confident in the event of an emergence to deliver these lifesaving techniques.
Instructor: Heart Start Inc.
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CPR/AED Training
Cost for this 3 hour class: $45 (includes book and card),
Single Class: Sunday, 8/17 @ 10:00
Single Class: Saturday, 9/6 @ 9:30
CPR/AED/First Aid Combo Training
Cost for this 6 hour (or less) class: $55.00 (includes book and card)
Single Class: Sunday, 8/17 @ 10:00
Single Class: Saturday, 9/6 @ 9:30
Becoming a Love and Logic Parent(Parents of children of all ages)
Becoming a Love and Logic Parent is about raising responsible children using a win/win philosophy. Parents show love while establishing effective control and children acquire tools for coping with the real world and learn responsibility by solving their own problems. Love and Logic helps parents and children establish a rewarding relationship built upon love and trust. For more information visit the Love and Logic ’s website
Cost for this 2 hour/7 session class: $90 per person or $170 per couple (includes a parent handbook)
Instructor: Elisa Reuter
Session Dates: 10/9 – 11/20, Thursdays, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Positive Discipline: “Raising a Self-Reliant Child” (Parents of children of all ages)
Positive Discipline is a respectful parenting approach that promotes cooperation, self-discipline, and responsibility through a FIRM but KIND parenting style. Class topics will include: Effective Parenting Style, Building Self-Confidence, Why Children Misbehave, Speaking So Children Listen, Children are Capable and Encouraging Good Decisions. Visit the Positive Discipline Association’s website or Lynette Chamber’s website for more information regarding Positive Discipline.
Cost for this 90 minute/ 5 Session class: $90 per person or $170 per couple
Instructor: Lynette Chambers
Session Dates: 7/2 – 7/30, Wednesdays, 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.
Session Dates: 9/17 – 10/15, Wednesdays, 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.
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