​B23 Fall Session 2 Class Descriptions
 
Playgroups (Registration Necessary)
Our simple schedule of free play, circle time, snack, activity, clean-up and closing is a great early learning group experience. Age-appropriate books and interactive play give a focus to early-literacy and social and emotional development.
Tuesdays, 9:30-10:30am - 2 year old
Wednesdays, 9:30-10:30am – 12-24 months
Fridays, 9:30-11:00am - 2 year old (with CAEI)
 
Bonding with Baby
Are you looking for new ways to bond with your baby? Are you hoping to live a more joyful life as a mother?  Are you finding motherhood to be more challenging than you expected?  Are you looking to meet other mothers?  Please join us for a free group to explore these thoughts and feelings with other mothers and mothers-to-be. Siblings welcomed. Breast/Bottle feeding encouraged. (Ages 0-12months)(Mondays, 10:00-11:00am)
 
Rainbow Reading, Rainbow Eating(Registration Necessary)
Did you know children are more likely to eat what they make and become more adventurous about trying new foods? We will measure, mix and create colorful and nutritious meals/snacks.  "Cooking with kids is not only about ingredients, recipes and cooking.  It is about harnessing imagination, empowerment and creativity."(Ages 4,5,6) (Mondays, 3:30-4:30pm)

Shake, Rattle and Roll (Registration Necessary)
This mixed-aged music and movement group celebrates the early literacy and social and emotional development components of musical exploration. (All ages) (Tuesdays, 10:30-11:30am) 
 
Ready, Set, Kindergarten! (Registration Necessary)
Is your child entering Kindergarten in Fall 2019?  As your child fast approaches school age, you may be wondering if he or she has developed the skills necessary to be successful in this new and challenging part of their childhood. Let us help them get Ready!  Join us for fun filled workshops where children will practice Kindergarten Readiness skills.  We will focus on a different skill that is important for Kindergarten Readiness.  Children will explore different Literacy, Art, Science, Music, Building, Writing, Math, Fine Motor, and Pretend Play skills in a safe, engaging environment.  Game on!  Ready, Set, Kindergarten! (Ages 4,5)(Tuesdays, 4:00-5:00pm)
 
ALL ABOARD! Coding Express Train (Registration Necessary)
Learn simple coding concepts with a programming DUPLO train.  Each class will focus on a different challenge for the train to travel around towers, tunnels, and buildings.  Students will have the opportunity to build with both DUPLO and LEGO bricks.(Age 3) (Wednesdays, 10:30-11:30am) (Limited to 8 children)
 
Stroller Sessions
Grab your carrier or stroller and take a walk with us.  We will explore our beautiful town while strengthening our bodies, celebrating nature and making new friends. (Ages 0-2)(Thursdays, 10:00-11:00am) (This Group will start from the Town Hall)
 
Family Race for the Pies Training Club
This three week training group rounds out the B23 Running Club season culminating at the Race for the Pies on Thanksgiving morning.  Families will train together to run the 1.2 mile kids run on November 22nd.  All abilities welcome! (Ages 2-8)(Sunday 11/4;11/11;11/18 ONLY)( 4:00-5:00pm) (This Group is held at Ipswich High School Track)
Second Session November 5-December21, 2018
 
SUNDAY
4:30pm-5:30pm              Family Running Club (Race for the Pies                                                    Training) (11/4; 11/11; 11/18 ONLY)
 
MONDAY
10:00am-11:00am          Bonding with Baby (0-12mo)
3:30pm-4:30pm             Rainbow Reading, Rainbow Eating
                                     (4,5,5yo)
 
TUESDAY
9:30am-10:30am            2 year old Playgroup (2yo)
10:30am-11:30am          Shake, Rattle and Roll (All ages)
4:00pm-5:00pm              Ready, Set, Kindergarten! (4,5yo)
 
WEDNESDAY
9:30am-10:30am            12-24 month Playgroup (12-24mo)
10:30am-11:30am          All Aboard! Coding Express Train (3yo)
 
THURSDAY
10:00am-11:00am            Stroller Sessions (0-2yo)
 
FRIDAY
9:30am-11:00am            2 year old Playgroup with CAEI (2yo)