PARENT / CHILD CLASSES age-Specific Classes

Babies , Babies , Babies ! ( Birth-12 months )

Join other parents to play and learn in a baby-safe environment . Babies will have fun with activities and songs ; parents will learn about development , early learning activities , sleeping and eating . Parents / caregivers and children remain together for the class . Although this is a free class , pre-registration is required . Limit one free class per family , per semester . * Sibling care is available at Riverview – see page 7 for fee .

What are age-specific classes ?

The age of the child attending the class must fall within the age guideline during the first week class is held . Each class includes parent / child time , learning activities for children and parenting discussion .

If you need a class for children of various ages , consider a mixedage class , found on pages 8-12 ; or classes with the sibling care option .

Registration information can be found on pages 38-39 .

Sliding fee scale can be found on page 6 .

NO CLASSES : ECFE classes will not be held on Oct . 9 , Oct . 17-21 , the evening of Nov . 7 , Nov . 21-25 , Dec . 4 , Dec . 23-Jan . 1 and Jan . 15 .

STEM ( Science , Technology , Engineering and Math ) ( 42 months up to kindergarten )

Take the first step in the Anoka-Hennepin Schools STEM program ! Does your son or daughter like to build and figure out how things work ? With a variety of materials , you and your child will use problem-solving skills to explore the “ whys ” and “ how comes ” of a STEM world ! This fun , hands-on class is a great way to inspire a passion for STEM in girls as well as boys . Parenting discussion focuses on what parents can do to support their child ’ s learning .

Wonderful Ones ( 11-20 months )

So much has changed in your child ’ s first year ! Spend time with your one-yearold learning , discovering and playing in a classroom designed for exploring and moving as well as parenting discussion on topics related to the joys and challenges of this age . Parent / caregiver and child separation will be gradual .

Toddlers & Twos ( 18-35 months )

Life can be challenging living with the emerging independence of a two-yearold . Enjoy learning activities designed for curious , busy , on-the-go toddlers . Parenting discussion includes information about temperament traits , setting limits , toilet learning and independence . * Sibling care is available at Riverview – see page 7 for fee .

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