WALDORF INSPIRED PARENT-TODDLER CLASS IN DC

Saplings Garden
A Waldorf Inspired Parent-Toddler Class in DC
Spring/Summer 2010

The way in which active "on-the-go" toddlers experience the world is through constant movement and direct experience with everything they see, hear and touch. With the understanding that their senses are wide open, this program is designed to be a peaceful time for toddlers to explore, play and engage with one another in a safe and nurturing environment and for parents to observe their child(ren) in a relaxed way. Teachers will demonstrate a calm and quiet way to spend time with children of this age and facilitate a classroom rhythm (including circle time and singing songs) that children will come to participate in naturally. The space will have open-ended toys made of natural materials to encourage imaginative play and provide a sensory experience that is not overwhelming. A fresh, organic snack will be provided.

Jeanne Feeney and Lani Hill will teach this class.

Time: Saturday mornings 9:30-11:00 am
May 8th – July 3rd (no class on May 29th)
Additionally, there will be one parent evening on Tuesday, May 4th 7:30-9:00pm

Location: Josephine Butler Parks Center http://www.washingt onparks.net/ parkscenter. html

Cost: $285 for 8 week session of 1.5 hour classes & one parent evening

Who may attend? Children in the age range of crawling to 2 years old (includes children who have already turned two by the start of the class, but those approaching three may not be a good fit but are welcome at this time) accompanied by one or more parent(s). A grandparent or caregiver is welcome to join the family in attending the class at no additional charge, space allowing. Please inquire if you are interested in this option.
Enrollment will be limited to 10 families.


Teachers:

Jeanne Feeney is a registered movement therapist and a graduate of Sophia's Hearth, a Waldorf early childhood teacher training program. In 2004, she helped initiate the first classes for parent and infants and parent and toddlers at the Washington Waldorf School where she continues to work. As a movement specialist and dancer/choreographe r, Jeanne holds classes and workshops under the auspices of Movement Laboratory, where she also has a private bodywork practice.
Lani Hill has been working in Waldorf Early Childhood for 10 years, both at Acorn Hill Waldorf Kindergarten andNursery School and the Washington Waldorf School where she now works in the Parent Toddler and 3- 4 year old classes. Lani is a Certified Core Energetics Therapist in private practice and has worked in the field of movement education for over 30 years. She is the mother of two children, a 19 year old son and 14 year old daughter - both Waldorf educated.

To learn about Waldorf Education: http://www.whywaldo rfworks.org/
Questions? Please e-mail Adrienne at saplings.garden@gmail.com