Toddler Class
The first half hour is free play for all children and adults. Next, half of the adults attend the parenting topic discussion with the Parent Educator for 40-45 minutes. The other adults work with the Children’s Teacher as co-teachers, assuring safe play and maximum learning and fun for all of the children. Adults alternate each week participating in discussion group and working in the classroom. After this period, the classroom is cleaned up and the children sit at small tables for a snack. Last, everyone participates in a music and movement circle time led by the Children’s Teacher.
Infant Class
Parents and babies arrive and get settled on mats forming a circle in the classroom. First there is a check-in and sharing time, followed by a parenting discussion led by the Parent Educator. Next, the Children’s Teacher leads a music and movement time for all of the parents and babies. Last, a snack is served to the adults.
Dad’s Class
The Dad’s class is structured similarly to the toddler classes, however the age range of the children is wider, from 12 to 36 months as of September. The parent education discussions focus on issues particular to fathers, as well as general topics of children development and child rearing.