MIXED-AGE CLASSES ( birth up to kindergarten )
ECFE
PARENT / CHILD CLASSES
Loose Parts
Children are natural explorers and scientists . Through their own investigations they master their world and gain knowledge . “ Play with loose parts fosters even the youngest children ’ s sense of wonder and curiosity as they explore the potential of intriguing , unexpected , up-cycled , and natural materials .” ( From the book , “ Loose Parts 2 ,” by Lisa Daly and Miriam Beloglovsky .). We ’ ll supply the loose parts , and your child provides the exploration !
Spanish speaking teacher in class .
Course No . Day Date Time Location Wks EC035-41 Tu Jan 12-Mar 9 9-10:30 am Coon Rapids Family Place 9 EC035-42 Tu Jan 12-Mar 9 11 am-12:30 pm Coon Rapids Family Place 9
Let ’ s Get Messy !
Develop your child ’ s curiosity and learning through messy play and creative exploration . You and your child will benefit from the hands-on exploration of art materials while they create their own messy masterpieces . Join us for all the fun without the stress of cleaning up !
Course No . Day Date Time Location Wks EC036-21 M Jan 11-Mar 8 6-7:30 pm Sorteberg ECC 7 EC036-22 W Jan 13-Mar 10 9-10:30 am Sorteberg ECC 9 EC036-23 W Jan 13-Mar 10 11 am-12:30 pm Sorteberg ECC 9
Buckets of Color
Come ready to explore a new color each week . Paint , create , sing songs , and read stories while learning about colors in this class . Parenting discussion includes general parenting information as well as topics selected by parents / caregivers .
Course No . Day Date Time Location Wks EC104-11 W Jan 13-Mar 10 9-10:30 am Anoka Family Place 9 EC104-12 W Jan 13-Mar 10 4-5:30 pm Anoka Family Place 9
Ooey , Gooey Sensory
Children love to explore with their senses . Parents and children explore different kinds of sensory activities such as finger painting , play dough , and glurch . Parenting discussion includes general parenting information as well as ideas to help parents and children reduce stress .
Course No . Day Date Time Location Wks EC603-61 W Jan 13-Mar 10 8:45-10:15 am Andover Family Place 9
Adventures in Parenting
Parenting is a challenging job with struggles and trials . For some , the challenge is even more difficult due to :
• mental health issues or anxiety ,
• added stress of money concerns ,
• parents with their own learning difficulties , or
• lack of family support .
This class offers parenting education and community resources for parents facing these unique challenges . There will also be time for play and children ’ s learning activities . Limited transportation is available .
Anoka Preschool and Family Place
Jan 12 T | 11 am-1 pm | 9 weeks Jan 15 F | 10 am-noon | 9 weeks
Online registration is not available for this class . For questions or to register :
763-506-1275
www . ahschools . us / ecfe 9