Toddlers are eager to explore the world and others around them! In this class children will learn that they can wait, listen to others, be listened to, problem-solve, and be part of a group. These are the foundations for parent-child partnership and later school success. Parents will have the opportunity to observe and learn from child play among their tot’s young peers. You’ll learn “parent tools” for supporting feelings, attachment, autonomy, mastery and problem-solving. This class includes outside play time with lots of sensory activities, child-directed play, singing, stories, a simple snack of “o” cereal and water for tots.
10-Week Session
Tuesdays, Jan 7 – March 25, 2025
No class on Feb 4 (campus unavailable) and Feb 18 (President’s Day week)
9:30 – 11:15 am
Location: Meyer Hall, Monica Ros School Campus, 783 McNell Rd, Ojai CA 93023
This class includes inside and outdoor play time.
Facilitators: Elly Jarvis, Debra Kurtz, Nadia Szold
Session Cost: $340 Sliding scale scholarship available on the registration form
10-Week Session
Fridays, Jan 10 – March 21, 2025
No class on Feb 21 (President’s Day week)
9:30 – 11:15 am
Forest Tots will be held rain or shine. In the case of very exceptional weather, our staff will communicate with you via the email you provided by 9pm on the evening before class.
Location: Ojai Meadows Preserve ~ Details for our exact meeting spot and a list of what to bring/not bring will be emailed to registrants prior to our first class
Facilitators: Terra Solecki, Paul Wachur, Nadia Szold
Session Cost: $344 Sliding scale scholarship available on the registration form
Class Description:
The natural world invites a more regulated nervous system for tots and their grown ups alike.
Weekly classes are held exploring Ojai Meadows Preserve. Directions and meeting location, along with a short list of what to bring/not to bring, will be provided prior to the first class.
Parents will have the opportunity to calm and connect in the natural environment, increase observation skills, and learn from their child’s play among peers.
Facilitators have a deep understanding of Secure Beginnings curriculum, and are outdoor educators with decades of experience bringing young children into nature.
Contact us at 805-646-7559 x3 or [email protected] with any questions.
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