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Waitlist1-3 Year Olds (12-42 Months)Age Group ClassesIn this class children and parents will spend time playing, creating, and exploring together each week. Parents will then transition gradually to parent time while children continue to play and learn in the Early Childhood room with our Early Childhood experts. During parent time, parents will discuss development, temperament, parenting strategies, discipline, and a wide variety of parent selected topics. Parents move to a separate room for discussion. Sibling care available.2019 Fall ECFE
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1-3 Year Olds YearlongYearlongWaitlistYour energetic little one is growing and trying new things, so establishing routines and being consistent is very important. As your child learns through play and social interactions, you will discuss parenting techniques that help you appreciate the "little things" in your life. Open registration begins in the fall followed by priority registration for our winter and spring sessions, allowing the group participants to remain together for the entire school year. Parents move to a separate room for discussion. New participants are welcome to register if space is available. Parents move to a separate room for discussion.2019 Fall ECFE
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Waitlist2-3 Year OldsAge Group ClassesPlaying, learning, and discovering are the current priorities as your toddler transitions to a preschooler. Explore a variety of skills that can help you nurture and guide your child through these early years. Parents move to a separate room for discussion. Sibling care available.2019 Fall ECFE
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Waitlist2-4 Year OldsAge Group ClassesWhat strengthens a bond between a parent and child more than playing and learning together? Come and gain knowledge of child growth and development, temperament styles, and discipline techniques. Learn ways to strengthen your relationship with your child to make learning fun and discipline easier. Parents move to a separate room for discussion. Sibling care is available.2019 Fall ECFE
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Baby & Me (0-12 Months)Non-Separating ClassesBabies learn best by interacting with the people and objects in their environment. Learn about the importance of these early experiences and what you can do to promote healthy development. This class will include parent and baby activity time, parent discussion, and time to connect with other parents. Parents and babies remain together for the entire class.2019 Fall ECFE
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PopularDad & Me (0-5 years)Age Group ClassesBeing a parent is the most rewarding, and at times, the most challenging job you will ever have. Strengthen your relationship with your child through learning and play and meet other dads to discuss the importance of fatherhood. Parents move to a separate room for discussion in the Tuesday class. No separation in Saturday class.2019 Fall ECFE
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Dad & Me Yearlong (0-5 Years)YearlongWaitlistBeing a parent is the most rewarding, and at times, the most challenging job you will ever have. Strengthen your relationship with your child through learning and play and meet other dads to discuss the importance of fatherhood. Open registration begins in the fall followed by priority registration for our winter and spring sessions, allowing the group participants to remain together for the entire school year. Parents move to a separate room for discussion. New participants are welcome to register if space is available. Parents move to a separate room for discussion.2019 Fall ECFE
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Easy to Love, Difficult to Discipline (2-5 Years)Focus ClassesWould you love to learn tools for holding your children accountable in a way that encourages learning to do it better in the future? Would you love to go to bed at night without feeling guilty for the endless back and forth that occurs throughout your day? Conscious Discipline has the tools you need. Conscious Discipline is full of self-awareness and self-regulation tools and skill building. Parents move to a separate room for discussion.2019 Fall ECFE
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Exploring Your Child's Creativity (2-5 Years)Focus ClassesDress for mess and creative success! Your child will be free to explore a range of creative outlets in this class, including visual art, movement, cooking, and music. The day's projects will be about the process, not the end product. Parents will learn about the many ways that creativity can be expressed, the benefits of allowing children the time and space for creative outlets, and how to support their child's creative self-expression. Join us for a creative good time! Parents move to a separate room for discussion.2019 Fall ECFE
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Extraordinary Newborn (0-6 Months)Week By WeekCongratulations! As you adjust to having a newborn, come and visit with a Public Health Nurse and licensed Parent Educator, along with other parents of young babies. Discuss feeding, car seat safety, and learn about what you can do to support your baby’s development. No Fee2019 Fall ECFE
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Fall Fun (2-5 Years)Play with PurposePopularExplore ways to enjoy this wonderful season with various interesting fall activities. Discover what the inside of a pumpkin looks like, taste test different kinds of apples, experiment with leaf rubbings, and much more! Parents and children remain together for the entire class.2019 Fall ECFE
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WaitlistFun Ones (10-23 Months)Non-Separating ClassesEnjoy time with your growing toddler through play, planned activities and song. After parent and child activity (PACT), your toddler will begin to explore his/her independence during the parent discussion which will include topics such as healthy development, new behaviors, language development, and topics chosen by the group. Parents and children will remain together for the entire class.2019 Fall ECFE
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Grandma/Grandpa & Me (0-5 Years)Play with PurposeCalling all grandparents! Bring your favorite little ones to PAIIR for a morning of fun activities to enjoy together. Grandparents and children remain together for the entire class.2019 Fall ECFE
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How to Talk So Kids Will Listen and Listen So Kids Will Talk (0-5 Years)Focus ClassesWhat do you do with a little kid who…won’t brush her teeth…screams in his car seat…pinches the baby...refuses to eat vegetables …throws books in the library...runs rampant in the supermarket? Join with other parents of young children to explore this book by Joanna Faber and Julie King. With this updated "survival guide" for talking to little kids and gaining compliance, the authors will empower parents and caregivers of young children by providing concrete tools and tips that will transform your relationship with the children in your life. Parents move to a separate room for discussion.2019 Fall ECFE
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PopularInfants & Toddlers (0-24 months)Non-Separating ClassesMagic milestones come weekly during these ever-changing first two years! Rolling, scooting, crawling, walking; your little one is on the move! This class includes fun parent and child activities, followed by an informal parent discussion in the same room.2019 Fall ECFE
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Messy Masterpieces (2-5 Years)Play with PurposePopularDress for mess and creative success! Your child will be free to explore a range of creative outlets in this class, including visual art, cooking and music. Many of the day's projects will be about the process, not the end product. Parents will learn about the many forms that creativity can be expressed, the benefits of allowing children the time and space for creative outlets, and how to support their child's creative self-expression. Join us for a creative good time! Parents and children remain together for the entire class.2019 Fall ECFE
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Parenting a Child with Special Needs (Birth-Grade 5)Support GroupsThis support group is for parents with children who have a delay, disability, or illness, ages birth through grade 5. Discussion topics are chosen by the parents and are specifically focused on the families in the group. Parents can relax knowing that your child is in a safe, fun environment with experienced teachers. This class meets the second Tuesday of each month. No Fee-Registration required. Child care is available.2019 Fall ECFE
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Parenting a Child with Spirited or Challenging Behaviors (2-5 years)Focus ClassesThis class will help you understand your young child's behavior and temperament while discovering positive behavior management and parenting strategies. Parents will complete a simple questionnaire to identify need before registration is complete. Referrals are welcome. Class begins with a parent and child activity (PACT) followed by a parent discussion. Parents move to a separate room for discussion. No Fee-Registration required. Child Care is available.2019 Fall ECFE
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Plugged in: Positive Technology Use for FamiliesOnline ClassesYou know the appeal that technology holds for even our youngest children. And no doubt, you're aware of the negative impacts that technology can have on our little ones. But what about the positive ways it can be used to support the growth and development of our children ages 0-5? In this one-hour online class, learn about the effects of technology on our little ones and discuss concrete ideas for balanced family technology use.2019 Fall ECFE
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Potty TrainingOnline ClassesDid you know that the average child uses over 8,000 diapers from birth to potty training? And did you know that the average parent has questions about how best to begin the potty training process? In this one-hour online class we will discuss the signs a child is ready for the potty, walk through potty training methods, explain the difference between night and daytime success, and troubleshoot possible resistance and problems.2019 Fall ECFE
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STEAM (3-5 Years)Age Group ClassesPopularYour preschooler will be encouraged to explore, plan and create with the help of our staff. STEAM (Science Technology Engineering Art and Math) allows children to build upon their natural foundations. Parents will discuss the different vocabulary and systems that STEAM uses and help problem solve with their child using everyday objects. Parents move to a separate room for discussion.2019 Fall ECFE
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PopularSTEM (3-5 Years)Age Group ClassesYour preschooler will be encouraged to explore, plan, and create with help from you and our staff. We will tap into your child’s imagination and understanding of how things work. Parents will discuss the different vocabulary and systems that STEM uses and help problem solve with their child using everyday objects. Parents move to a separate room for discussion. Sibling care is available.2019 Fall ECFE
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PopularSTEM (3-5 Years)Age Group ClassesYour preschooler will be encouraged to explore, plan, and create with help from you and our staff. We will tap into your child’s imagination and understanding of how things work. Parents will discuss the different vocabulary and systems that STEM uses and help problem solve with their child using everyday objects.2019 Fall ECFE
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Single Parent Support Group (0-5 Years)Support GroupsRaising a child has its challenges. Raising a child on your own may have even more. As much as we all want to be perfect parents, we need to give ourselves a break and know that it is okay not to be perfect. Support is one of the best ways to keep yourself going when times may be difficult. Sharing your stories and hearing others reinforces that you are not alone. This class meets the third Tuesday of each month. No Fee- Registration required. Child Care is available2019 Fall ECFE
