Play & Learn Groups

ChildStrive's Play & Learn Groups

 Our Village on Casino Road Tuesday play groups are still on hold at this time. We are meeting at local parks but currently all slots for these meet ups are full. Keep an eye out on Facebook for updates throughout the summer. We look forward to getting back to the classroom with you when it is safe for everyone!

Los grupos de juego de los martes en Village on Casino Road todavía están en espera en este momento. Nos reuniremos en los parques locales, pero actualmente todos los espacios para estas reuniones están llenos. Esté atento a las actualizaciones de Facebook durante el verano. ¡Esperamos volver al salón de clases con usted cuando sea seguro para todos!

 

Family Story: Meet Lucy

Two-year old Lucy loves to attend the ChildStrive Play and Learn group because it gives her a chance to see her friends and learn new songs.  Lucy’s mom likes the ChildStrive play group for the socialization opportunities as well as the facilitator’s knowledge of early childhood development.  She appreciates the opportunities to ask questions or seek advice and loves that snack time is included so that children learn how to eat and socialize in a group setting.

The Power of Play

A child’s most important “job” is playing!  We want children and their caregivers to have a place that is safe and nurturing.  Our goal is to support new skills whether it is sitting with a favorite toy or learning to cooperate with new friends.

Social / Emotional Development

Play groups are an important way for children to learn socialization skills.  Indeed, with a group of toddlers and preschoolers, there are always opportunities to learn about sharing, cooperation and taking turns.  Play group leaders can also provide “in-the-moment” coaching.

Parent Support

Play groups are also a great opportunity to provide socialization for parents and caregivers that may feel isolated or have long stretches of time without other adult interaction.  We encourage parents to form friendships that can be modeled for their children.

Link to Resources

Parents are provided connections to local resources.  If a parent or caregiver is concerned about their child’s development, we can offer child development screenings including Early Intervention screenings.  Play group leaders also provide resource referrals to families who need additional help.

What to Expect

ChildStrive play groups follow the Kaleidoscope Play & Learn group model that helps prepare children, up to five years of age, for success in school and life.  We provide children and their parent or caregiver fun, developmentally appropriate socialization and learning opportunities. Our groups are led by parent educators, social workers or family counselors.

Each play group includes unstructured play time where families can enjoy our collection of toys, books and games; followed by a nutritious snack (provided by ChildStrive); and the always-favorite circle time that includes songs with movements.

Families are welcome to drop-in at the play group whenever their schedule allows.  We do require that an adult stay with their child during play group, of course, it’s so much fun, you wouldn’t want it any other way!

Sick Policy

PLEASE BE COURTEOUS OF ALL CHILDREN AND CAREGIVERS IN OUR GROUP, AND REFRAIN FROM BRINGING AN ILL CHILD UNTIL 24 HOURS HAVE PASSED SINCE ANY FEVER, VOMITING, DIARRHEA, OR ANY OTHER COMMUNICABLE SYMPTOMS HAVE OCCURRED.

Common Cold Policy:
The younger your child, the more difficult it is to limit the spread of germs. For example: hand to face contact, mouthing of toys, uncontrolled nasal discharge, uncovered sneezing and coughing etc. Please consider your child’s age, ability to cover their mouth, etc. before coming to the group with a common cold.

If you have any questions concerning this policy and whether you should attend, please contact Nancy at nancy.lay@childstrive.org 425-583-0497 or Kendall at kendall.appell@childstrive.org 425-275-8742

Thank you!