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For Grades 2–4 5-Session Series This super fun and high-energy 5-session class helps young speakers learn to think fast, speak boldly, and express themselves with confidence in ANY situation! Through exciting games, silly prompts, movement, and tons of speaking practice, students learn the exact tools they need to speak up without fear. At Highest Speak, we work on WHAT to say, HOW to structure it, and HOW to say anything at ANY time with confidence! ⭐ How Each 1-Hour Class Works 1. High-Energy Ice Breaker & Warm-Up We start with fun, fast, confidence-boosting games that get kids moving, laughing, and ready to speak. Instant comfort → instant participation. 2. Fun Lesson of the Day A quick, kid-friendly lesson teaches one impromptu skill—how to organize thoughts fast, how to start strong, or how to speak clearly without overthinking. Short, simple, and immediately useful. 3. Small-Group Practice + LOTS of Speaking Kids jump into pairs or small groups for fast-paced speaking rounds and silly challenges. Every child speaks multiple times each class and receives warm, supportive, personalized feedback. All sessions are led by our expert Highest Speak instructors, ensuring your child gets focused attention and guidance in a fun, supportive environment. For any more than 10 students, we always have two instructors to ensure plenty of individual attention and feedback. This lively, upbeat class helps kids find their brave voice, think on their feet, and shine—one fun, high-energy moment at a time!

For Grades 2–4 5-Session Series This super fun and high-energy 5-session class helps our tweens and teens learn to think fast, speak boldly, and express themselves with confidence in ANY situation! Through exciting games, silly prompts, movement, and tons of speaking practice, students learn the exact tools they need to speak up without fear. Whether in the classroom, on the playground, or communicating with adults, this skill WILL help them be the best version of themselves. At Highest Speak, we work on WHAT to say, HOW to structure it, and HOW to say anything at ANY time with confidence! ⭐ How Each 1-Hour Class Works 1. High-Energy Ice Breaker & Warm-Up We start with fun, fast, confidence-boosting games that get kids moving, laughing, and ready to speak. Instant comfort → instant participation. 2. Fun Lesson of the Day A quick, kid-friendly lesson teaches one key impromptu skill—how to organize thoughts fast, how to start strong, or how to speak clearly without overthinking. Short, simple, and immediately useful. 3. Small-Group Practice + LOTS of Speaking Kids jump into pairs or small groups for fast-paced speaking rounds and fun challenges. Every child speaks multiple times each class and receives warm, supportive, personalized feedback! All sessions are led by our expert Highest Speak instructors, ensuring your child gets focused attention and guidance in a fun, supportive environment. For any more than 10 students, we always have two instructors to ensure plenty of individual attention and feedback. This lively, upbeat class helps kids find their brave voice, think on their feet, and shine—one fun, high-energy moment at a time!

Why use your PTO when you can use your WOW Back-Up Care? Join us for a full day of winter fun! Obstacle Courses, Arts & Crafts, Spanish & more... Includes Breakfast, lunch, and afternoon snack. Information will be sent out the week before with full details. Supplies Needed: Complete Set of Clothes Sippy Cup If you have any questions, please email us at office@worldofwondercenter.com.

No school? No problem! Spend the day with Stages! With singing, dancing, acting, and art inspired by your child's favorite musicals, we’ve got something for every creative kid. Choose to enroll for one day-off camp or join us for the entire school year for a discounted rate! Friday, September 26 - Eras (Taylor Swift) Monday, October 13 - Zombies Monday, October 27 - Kpop Demon Hunters Tuesday, November 11 - Hamilton Monday November 24 - Wicked Tuesday, November 25 - Descendants Wednesday, November 26 - Shrek Monday, January 5 - The Lion King Monday, January 19 - Superhero Monday, February 16 - Beauty & the Beast Tuesday, February 17 - The Little Mermaid Tuesday, March 17 - Zootopia Wednesday, March 18 - The Lion King Friday, April 3 - Seussical Stages is committed to making our camps accessible for all families. For information regarding free or reduced tuition, please visit https://www.stageschicago.org/tuition-assistance. ***Families are responsible for providing: - Nut free morning snack - Nut free lunch - Nut free afternoon snack - A water bottle. Please make sure that everything is labeled.

Join Sing with Emily and Tiny Tunemakers for a 45 minute music and movement class! We'll sing, creatively move, play instruments, improvise, use props, dance, enjoy musical story time and most importantly...have fun!! Feel free to bring a blanket or yoga mat to sit on. Older siblings (6+ years) are welcome to join free of charge. For questions call the studio at (331) 261-5799. Refunds are not offered for these classes, however, we will do our best to provide make up classes when possible. All make ups must be used within the current session. Any exceptions are at the discretion of Sing with Emily staff. **Weekly classes need at least 3 students to run. In the event that not enough students are registered in advance, a class may be cancelled 24 hours before the date of the class. In the event that a class is cancelled, attendees will be notified and the class will be removed from the website for registration.

Starting to think about preschool or looking for meaningful ways your little one can connect with other children their age? Then Broadway Prep is for you! Developed by a professional performer turned child development specialist, Broadway Prep combines the creativity and energy of our Broadway & Me classes with a play-based curriculum that gives children the opportunity to learn through child lead explorations. Each week, Broadway Prep teachers bring the show of the week to life through music, dance, dramatic play, and process art activities. Snack time, sensory play, outdoor adventures (weather permitting), and of course, bubble time, round out the daily routine. WHY CHOOSE BROADWAY PREP? ✔️ Small Class Sizes (No more than 12 children per Day) ✔️ Low Teacher : Student Ratio (max 1:5) ✔️ New Broadway Show each week! ✔️ Play-Based Arts Curriculum developed by a professional performer turned child development specialist ✔️ 1 or 2 Day Enrollment Options ✔️ Drop-In Friendly Broadway Prep is a GENTLE SEPARATION CLASS. Designed specifically for children ages 2-4 years old, Prep provides a fun and supportive environment where little ones (and their parents) can adapt to being on their own in a "big kid" class at their own pace. While the goal is drop-off, we understand that for many children, this will be their first separation experience. Parents will be allowed to stay in class with their child for as long as necessary and Prep teachers will work with parents to create a drop-off routine for each child that ensures both kiddos and their parents are comfortable. Parents and caregivers whose children feel comfortable being dropped off are welcome to stay at Soul City and hang out while classes are taking place but it is not required. There are plenty of comfy couches, tables where you can work remotely, and free wifi!​ With flexible enrollment options, you can join us 1 or 2 days per week or drop-in as your schedule permits. Stages is committed to making our quality arts integrated early learning experiences available and affordable for all families. For information about tuition assistance and free classes, please visit our Tuition Assistance Page

A 4-Day series of performing arts workshops that culminate in a stage show for the family.

Advanced Art Open Studio Thursdays, 4:30 – 6:30 PM This open studio class is designed for advanced art students who are ready to take creative control. Over several sessions, students will choose their own mediums and develop independent projects with the guidance of an experienced instructor. Whether working in drawing, painting, mixed media, or sculpture, students are encouraged to explore personal themes, experiment with materials, and refine their artistic voice. This is a supportive space for focused, self-directed work and constructive feedback.

Looking for a fun and productive Spring Break for your child? Join Stemtree of Brownsville for our 4-Day STEM Spring Camp! Students explore Science, Coding, Robotics, Engineering, and Electronics through hands-on projects in a small-group setting with personalized guidance based on age and experience. 📅 Camp Schedule: Monday–Friday 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM (Full Day) 🥪 Please pack a snack, water bottle, and lunch daily. ⏰ Optional Add-Ons (Advance Registration Required): • Early Drop-Off: 8:00–9:00 AM • Extended Care: 3:00–5:00 PM Enrollment Notice: A minimum of 5 campers is required to open the full-day camp. Families will be notified in advance if adjustments are needed. Spots are limited to maintain small group instruction. Care.com applies a service fee at checkout.

I. INTRODUCTION This class is an exciting adventure for kids, teaching them to use coding to create fun Movie projects. It will teach them to use scratch tools to create their own animated movies, nurture their creativity and encourage them to use dance, movement, fun colors, and music, and use coding in creating their own fun movie projects. They are not just assembling video clips, they will be learning how to write code for their projects. Ours are instructor lead programs where content and instructions will stay with the pace of the student, unlike video sessions. They are interactive and can help students debug issues by looking at the screen and engage them. II. WHAT WILL BE TAUGHT: 1. Definition of Moviemaking 2. Importance of coding for Movie Making 3. Step by step procedure to build a movie III. TOPICS TO BE COVERED 1] - Fundamentals of Scratch - Creating simple animations - Teaching building blocks - Movie Making 1 2] - Associating Sounds with a character - Play Sound - Teaching the logic behind scripts - Movie Making 2 3] - Demonstrating rock, paper, scissor games - Demonstrating guessing game - Play Drums Part I - Play Drums Part II 4] - Creating a Guessing game - Create rock, paper, scissor games - Movie Making 3 5] - Play Note and Play Instruments Part I - Play Note and Play Instruments Part II Note: "This course outline is a general guideline, we go by the pace of the group, when it comes to coding and creativity students have to get the hang of it. We try to cover everything as much as possible. Classes will be taught on-site or on-line CANCELLATION POLICY: All sign-ups are final. No cancellations or refunds will be issued after registration. Note: Students will also receive access to NexClap.com for online course materials and NexGenKlick.ai to capture and showcase their learning journey.

Looking for a fun and productive Spring Break for your child? Join Stemtree of Brownsville for our 5-Day STEM Spring Camp! Students explore Science, Coding, Robotics, Engineering, and Electronics through hands-on projects in a small-group setting with personalized guidance based on age and experience. 📅 Camp Schedule: Monday–Friday 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM (Full Day) 🥪 Please pack a snack, water bottle, and lunch daily. 🍕 Cheese pizza lunch provided on Friday. ⏰ Optional Add-Ons (Advance Registration Required): • Early Drop-Off: 8:00–9:00 AM • Extended Care: 3:00–5:00 PM Enrollment Notice: A minimum of 5 campers is required to open the full-day camp. Families will be notified in advance if adjustments are needed. Spots are limited to maintain small group instruction. Care.com applies a service fee at checkout.

**CLASS IS ONLINE ON 1/30! Please make sure to leave a good way to contact you to send the online class link!** Alice is so excited to offer classes this Winter at Ivey School of Music! Music with Alice, a 40-45 minute family music class, welcomes babies, toddlers and preschoolers along with their parents, grandparents and caregivers to come together every week to sing together! *Siblings under 1 years of age are free! Please just let me know you are bringing them! * **Babies under 1 that come alone MUST register.** These classes are highly engaging to all ages, as Alice teaches everyone finger play activities, hand movements, lap songs, call and response singing and a big jam at the end with shakers and kids instruments.* (*Participants are encouraged to bring their own instruments to class) Each class is full of music from the folk tradition that are so simple with lyrics and movements easy enough for both baby, toddler, and adult to learn. These classes have a flow that allows quiet soothing and also lots of movement and big fun! These classes encourage bonding and create special memories that will last forever after the class. We believe that all children should experience authentic music making which will increase the whole family’s musical confidence and give them a healthy relationship to music at an early age.

Let your kids explore our 1,500 sq. foot play space, dance around in the bubble machine, and bat balloons to their hearts content while you sip complimentary coffee/tea. Allergen free food and snacks welcome Water bottles/Coffee/Nursing and baby bottles welcome. Purple Monkey is a shoe-free space. Socks are required and are for sale in the playroom at $2/pair if you forget. Strollers absolutely must be folded upon arrival.

P.E without school! How can you go wrong? We will run through instruction for a variety of sports and then jump right in to the action. We'll play: -Dodgeball -Soccer -Basketball -Obstacle Course -Zombie Tag -Freeze Dance And much, much more!

What to expect in class: It’s all about opposites: loud and quiet, fast and slow, up and down! Contrasting ‘themes’ help your child learn better ways to communicate. We move across the bridge sllowwwly and then fast! They'll learn how to control body movements and use their body to navigate and problem solve across monkey bars, giant cushions, and through little tunnels. We’ll also practice repetition and routine with regular parachute and bubble activities. Soon your little one will be leading the Gymbo Dance! Benefits: Physical: Exploration of the different equipment supports problem solving, navigating skills, and confidence. Cognitive: Repetition, songs, and interacting with their familiar adult supports language development, vocabulary, and memory. Social: Our classroom environment supports social and emotional development. Adults: Need your little one to take a good nap? This class is high energy and full of fun. In fact- you might want to take a nap too!

Calling All Sweethearts! 💕 Bring your little Valentine to The Kids Club dressed in their cutest tutu or bow-tie and enjoy special themed activities! 💕 Dress to Impress! Reserve your spot in our annual SWEETHEART PARTY...this party fills quickly!!! Don't wait to make your reservation. -Sweet play activities -Music and dancing -Heartfelt art craft keepsake -Pizza -Tons of hugs $40 per child / Of course, adults are always free! Register here: https://thekidsclubsi.com/special-events/

This class may be held on the Play Floor or in the Music Room, depending on the size of the class. Dance and sing to a variety of genres and cultures with your little one while exploring percussion instruments. Click the link for more class details:

Our Tiny Tots class covers improv, storytelling and live music! 🥁✨ It is drop-in style and a great stepping-stool for toddlers to socialize and work on public specking, focus and listening while having fun! Ages 2-4

Where they are: Talk about being on the move! At this age, little ones’ abilities are exploding: they are communicating, running, showing interest in friends, and can’t stop exploring! What to expect in class: It’s all about opposites: loud and quiet, fast and slow, up and down! Contrasting ‘themes’ help your child learn better ways to communicate. We move across the bridge sllowwwly and then fast! They'll learn how to control body movements and use their body to navigate and problem solve across monkey bars, giant cushions, and through little tunnels. We’ll also practice repetition and routine with regular parachute and bubble activities. Soon your little one will be leading the Gymbo Dance!

Immerse yourself in a unique photography excursion designed for enthusiasts of all skill levels. Join a small group of up to 4 participants and explore breathtaking landscapes or dynamic settings while receiving personalized instruction from an expert photographer. This 3-hour experience focuses on enhancing your photography skills and capturing captivating moments in picturesque environments. Whether you are a beginner or looking to refine your technique, this tour offers the perfect opportunity to elevate your craft. - Small group settings ensure personalized attention for each participant - 3-hour tour tailored for all skill levels, from beginners to advanced photographers - Learn techniques to capture stunning landscapes and dynamic scenes - Expert guidance provided to enhance your photography journey

Embark on an unforgettable adventure to Key West, whether you’re a seasoned snorkeler or trying it out for the first time! This day trip from Fort Lauderdale promises thrilling experiences and breathtaking sights both above and below the water’s surface. Start with a scenic ride on our luxurious, double-decker buses, equipped for a smooth and relaxing journey to this tropical paradise. Once in Key West, climb aboard a spacious, 50-foot catamaran and set sail on a 3-hour journey. Surrounded by warm, turquoise seas, you’ll have ample time to snorkel and explore vibrant coral reefs. Our friendly crew will provide all the guidance and gear you need to make the most of this underwater adventure. After snorkeling, enjoy a complimentary open bar on board as you cruise back to the marina. Finally, relax on the return trip to Fort Lauderdale in comfort and style, reflecting on the incredible memories made in Key West’s spectacular waters.