Hands-on exploration and interactive stories engage children as they learn about science, language, engineering, art, mathematics, and social skills. Class topics repeat throughout the same week at different times.
Cost per child per class: $13 public; $11 members
Advance registration required; payment must accompany registration. Please call 815-963-6769 or click to register below.
Cancellation Policy: Refunds are available through the close of registration.
In our classes for 2-year-olds, children must be accompanied by an adult. In classes for ages 3 – 6, parents are welcome to wait in the seating area outside the Tot Spot classroom.
Classes begin September 17, 2024 and are offered various times Tuesday-Saturday.
Class topics repeat throughout the same week at different times. Simply choose the session you wish.
Sessions for 3- to 6-year-olds:
Session 1: Tuesdays from 11:00 a.m. – Noon
Session 2: Wednesdays from 9:30 – 10:30 a.m.
Session 3: Wednesdays from 11:00 a.m. – Noon
Session 4: Wednesdays from 1:00 – 2:00 p.m.
Session 5: Thursdays from 11:00 – Noon
Session 6: Fridays from 11:00 a.m. – Noon
Session 7: Saturdays from 9:30 – 10:30 a.m.
Sessions for 2-year-olds: (With an adult, NO siblings, please.)
Session 8: Tuesdays from 9:30 – 10:30 a.m.
Session 9: Thursdays from 9:30 – 10:30 a.m.
Session 10: Fridays from 9:30 – 10:30 a.m.
Tot Spot Classes Fall 2024
Unit 1: All About Me
Join us for a class where children will dive into what makes them unique. In Part 1 of this unit, kids will discover more about their personal characteristics such as favorite colors, hobbies and talents. We will create personalized art projects that celebrate our differences and similarities.
Part 1: September 10-14
Sessions for 3- to 6-year-olds - Click here to register.
Sessions for 2-year-olds (With an adult, NO siblings, please.) - Click here to register.
During Part 2, we will explore numbers and counting, months of the year and create some messy “cake” projects as we appreciate individuality through the theme of birthdays.
Part 2: September 24-28
Sessions for 3- to 6-year-olds - Click here to register.
Sessions for 2-year-olds (With an adult, NO siblings, please.) - Click here to register.
Unit 2: Radical Rainforest
Let’s embark on a radical rainforest adventure! During Part 1 of this interactive unit, we will explore the wonders of the rainforest and meet some of it’s colorful inhabitants, like tree frogs! We will expand our language skills by learning some simple Spanish words and phrases and then use these skills to immerse ourselves in rainforest role play.
Part 1: October 8-12
Sessions for 3- to 6-year-olds - Click here to register.
Sessions for 2-year-olds (With an adult, NO siblings, please.) - Click here to register.
During Part 2 of this unit, we will use hands-on activities to discover the layers of the rainforest and the importance of this incredible ecosystem. We will use process art to create rainforest masterpieces and enjoy large motor activities that mimic animal movements.
Part 2: October 22-26
Sessions for 3- to 6-year-olds - Click here to register.
Sessions for 2-year-olds (With an adult, NO siblings, please.) - Click here to register.
Unit 3: Is There Room on the Broom? (For the Very Busy Spider)
Two great stories, two super weeks! Get ready for loads of fall literature fun!
Part 1 of this unit will explore the themes of friendship and teamwork, problem-solving and sequencing. We will mix up some science experiments and follow a recipe to create magic potions!
Part 1: November 5-9
Sessions for 3- to 6-year-olds - Click here to register.
Sessions for 2-year-olds (With an adult, NO siblings, please.) - Click here to register.
Part 2 of this unit will add a spider to the witch's broom as we delve into more fall fun with arachnids! After reading “The Very Busy Spider” we will create textured spider art, discover how spiders create webs and compare and contrast our two beloved stories.
Part 2: November 19-23
Sessions for 3- to 6-year-olds - Click here to register.
Sessions for 2-year-olds (With an adult, NO siblings, please.) - Click here to register.
Unit 4: Oodles of Noodles
Bubble, bubble pasta pot! Come explore this fun-filled noodle theme!
Both parts of this unit will include lotsa pasta fun as we use scientific exploration to create a bubbling pasta pot, develop fine motor skills to lace noodles and create awesome noodle-printed art! This unit is perfect for little artists and creative minds as we blend art and play with a noodle twist!
Part 1: December 3-7
Sessions for 3- to 6-year-olds - Click here to register.
Sessions for 2-year-olds (With an adult, NO siblings, please.) - Click here to register.
Part 2: December 17-21
Sessions for 3- to 6-year-olds - Click here to register.
Sessions for 2-year-olds (With an adult, NO siblings, please.) - Click here to register.
Toddler Time
Being one is FUN! Take advantage of this playgroup designed for children ages 12 months to 24 months as we sing songs, read stories, and explore interesting materials while meeting new friends! Toddler Time is held from 9:30 – 10:30 am on one Tuesday and Thursday each month.
Choose from these dates: September 17 or 19, October 15 or 17, November 12 or 14, December 10 or 12.
Enrollment is limited to 8 families. Cost is $6.00 per child for members and $8.00 per child for the public. Advance registration is required. To register online click here or call 815-963-6769. Toddler Time meets in the Tot Spot classroom (main floor, east end of the building).
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