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 6 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 Riverview ’ s 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 Feb . 20 , 21 , Mar . 13-18 , and Apr . 14 , 15 .

Class Under Glass ( 30 months up to kindergarten )

Studies prove that spending time outdoors builds confidence , promotes creativity , provides unique stimulation , and gets children moving , while reducing stress and fatigue . Parents and children will learn about the outdoors and nature , both in and out of our greenhouse , through artwork , sensory experiences , planting , watering and weeding . This 15-week class will be spent inside and outdoors - even through the winter months ! * Sibling care is available for this class – see page 6 for fee .

Infant Massage , Parenting & Time Together ( Birth-12 months )

Come to this class , led by a Certified Infant Massage Instructor / ECFE teacher , and learn all the ways that infant massage and touch can benefit your child and you as a parent . Each week we will try various massage strokes and combine the time with child development and parenting topics . Massage can lead to lifelong benefits ! Although this is a free class , pre-registration is required . Limit one free class per family , per semester .

Movers & Doers ( 9-20 months )

Learning activities designed for children on the move . Parenting discussion occurs in the classroom so children can practice independence with a parent / caregiver nearby . Topics include responding to new behaviors , encouraging language development , preventing temper tantrums and more .

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