Ages 3 months - 12 months This class uses Itsy Bitsy Yoga techniques focused on creating a bond between mom and baby. Little yogis will learn coordination, practice tummy time, and maybe make some baby friends along the way. Ages 6 weeks - crawling babies Offering services for moms from pre-pregnancy to postpartum, Cocoon Care's online yoga classes help moms and babies practice self-care from the very beginning.
Classes are currently online only. Ages 18 months - 3 years At these seriously adorable dance classes for toddlers and preschoolers, caregivers help little dancers take their first ballet steps with the use of fairytale props and costumes, familiar stories, nursery rhymes, and songs.
Ages 18 months - 3 years Start with All About Dance's AAD and Me program, which introduces kids and their caretakers to movement and music with a playlist of reimagined classics. If your little dancer loves it, they can continue to study dance at the studio with ballet, hip hop, jazz, tap, and more. Ages 6 months months Babies can learn to dance before they can walk at these movement and music-based classes.
Parents can help their babies learn dance skills through rhythm, lyrics, and colorful props while meeting new parent friends. Plus, kids as young as 18 months can start in independent dance classes. Ages 18 months - 3 years This dance studio's Tutu Toddlers class aims to expose children to creativity, movement, and music through ballet. Dancing can give toddlers a window into both fitness and creativity from a young age, continuing through more levels as children get older.
Ages 18 months - 3 years Parents who love to dance with their toddlers will love this dance studio's intro to dance class. Dance with Me introduces students to fine motor coordination and gross motor skills with popular children's music to prepare them for preschool dance programs. Dive into swimming lessons and plenty more fun at Goldfish Swim School. Ages 6 months - 4 years With toys, songs, games, and a gentle, child-focused approach, swim classes for babies and toddlers at Chicago Blue Dolphins are laid-back and fun with an emphasis on getting comfortable in the water with a caregiver, rather than strictly skill-building.
Perfect for littles who are a little bit leery of the wet stuff. Ages 6 months - 3 years Caregivers and babies can splash and explore water play together in swim classes conducted in a deliciously warm pool with instructors who lead the group in songs, games, and basic water skills. Ages 4 months - 35 months Focused on getting kids used to the water before they can get scared, these classes in Goldfish Swim School's degree pools are limited to just six kids at a time.
Babies and toddlers progress through four different levels to prepare themselves for Goldfish's Junior or Glider swim classes. Ages 3 months - 36 months Grown-ups will learn how to get their little swimmers acclimated to the water, help them float on their backs with their ears in the water, and work them towards swimming independence in a swim ring at these weekly classes.
Songs, splashing, and reducing fear of the water helps teachers allow toddlers to learn to swim safely with their caregivers. Ages 3 months - 3 years Help your child learn to hold their breath underwater, crawl out of the pool, and push off the wall at this caregiver and child swim class.
Designed for creating comfort in the water, each class is limited to six babies or toddlers per instructor. Ages newborn - 5 years With catchy tunes that teach music-making basics like rhythm, pitch, and dynamics, these baby-friendly music classes go beyond simple singalongs.
Babies love the opportunity to play with instruments like drums, triangles, and maracas, and parents can't help but get into the groove, too. Classes are also offered in Spanish and French. Ages months Lullabies and months Wiggleworms The Old Town's much-loved music classes for youngsters start kids off young with the sweet Lullabies series for babies up to 5 months. Starting at 6 months, babies can rock out to Wiggleworms classes, which are also offered in Spanish, as well as in class formats that allow siblings and grown-ups to join in the music-making.
Ages newborn - 5 years Drop-ins are welcome at parent-child classes at the energetic Chicago Children's Theatre. Classes for little ones with their caregivers include storytimes that introduce classic tales; Bubble Jams, where music and movement exploration comes with a dazzling dose of bubble play; and even BeatBox for Kids, where toddlers to preschoolers can get started on their careers in hip hop. Ages newborn - 5 years This adorable, action-packed spot offers music and movement classes every day of the week, with singalongs aimed at various age groups from newborns to toddlers and beyond.
Little ones get to explore playing with instruments while learning new tunes and building physical skills. Classes for babies include tummy time and sensory exploration. Ages 4 months - Kindergarten Start with Munchkin Maestros and move up through the ranks to Mighty Maestros by singing and playing instruments like the triangle, shaker eggs, and rhythm sticks.
Toddlers may think it's just fun, but they're also learning concepts like pitch and rhythm from classically trained musicians. Classes are held outdoors at the Cantata Campus in Brookfield in Tots can get moving with their caregiver at Bubbles Academy. Ages newborn - 5 years This early education center offers classes in everything from crawling to music, art, and math, as well as classes that encourage gross motor skills and speech development. New moms looking for community and support can join the Fourth Trimester Village, a moms' group with visiting experts and the opportunity to explore introductory mom-and-baby classes.
Weekly music and movement classes for babies with caregivers are on the calendar, too. Some classes don't take place during the summer when camp is in session, check the calendar for availability. Ages months Toddlers with their caregivers explore the natural world at the Morton Arboretum in weekly classes that include a nature walk, crafts, and engaging, hands-on learning. Ages 18 months - 8 years Introduce your kids to the outdoors with an expert-led active and engaging curriculum.
This multi-age class helps parents learn how to set up outdoor activities and learning experiences on their own, and gets them out of the house once a week to meet other families who love the outdoors! Ages years This Montessori play space and education center is currently offering open play or limited private play times. It offers a homey play-based environment with classes based on Montessori principles, allowing children to freely explore, socialize, and make decisions.
The site is secure. DFSS Home. Our Safety. Preschool Programs. Head Start Head Start is an early childcare and education program for children ages 3 to 5 from low-income families. Head Start provides a safe and nurturing environment with activities that focus on three main categories: Literacy and school-readiness : From letter recognition to spelling their name, children gain the fundamental skills that prepare them for kindergarten and help build a love for learning and readiness to succeed.
Health and Hygiene : Hand washing, brushing teeth and nutritious meals and snacks are just some of the ways Head Start helps children establish routines that create healthy habits. The program provides free medical and dental services including vision and hearing tests, nutritional assessments, dental exams, immunizations and follow-up care.
Mental health and other services are available for children with special needs. Socialization : The Head Start classroom provides children with opportunities to interact with others through play, toy sharing and completing joint tasks. Children learn to make friends, solve problems and have other experiences that help them build self-confidence. Community based organizations Licensed childcare homes Chicago Public Schools Community based organizations Chicago Public Schools What are the basic eligibility guidelines?
Families must meet income guidelines Children must be between 3 and 5 years old Parents must work or go to school Families must meet income guidelines Children must be between 3 and 5 years old What does the program include? Educational activities Healthy meals and snacks Social, health and dental services Parent involvement Qualified teachers Educational activities Healthy meals and snacks Social, health and dental services Parent involvement Qualified teachers How much does the program cost?
Families pay a small co-payment based on a sliding scale Free Child Care The state-funded program also provides quality care for children ages 3 to 5. Get Started Online. Send Close. Policy and Advocacy. Chicago's Homelss Plan 2. Break the cycle of violence! Report Domestic Violence. City of Chicago Benefits Checkup. Age-Friendly Chicago. Provide families who are working or enrolled in school or training with quality programming for their youngest children.
Children benefit from personalized attention. Families have access full day and full year care in licensed centers or day care homes. Provide low-income families with services and resources for young children. This program serves pregnant women and infants from birth to age three.
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