FALL 2008
ToddlerTime Kids and Little Maestros begin the week of September 15.  TumbleJam begins on September 9; Baby & Me, Toddlers in the Kitchen, Paintin' Jumpin' & Jammin' and most After School programs begin October 2.  Please check "CALENDAR" for class schedules and calendar updates. 

Please scroll down for complete list of programs.

BABY’S FIRST YEARS                             
NEWBORN - 3 1/2 YEARS
Meet new friends and share fun and memorable experiences with your child.  Classes are designed to enhance early learning, develop language, increase confidence, independence and build socialization.

Baby & Me™
NEWBORN - 11 MONTHS
Enjoy a wonderful first summer group experience with your child while making new friends.  Singing, dancing, movement, instruments, puppets and parachute fun make for a special time.  Fee: $195/8 wks

NEWBORN-6 MONTHS:  Thursdays 12:45-1:30
6-11 MONTHS: Thursdays 11:15-12:00

ToddlerTime Kids™ Transition
11-14 MONTHS (born 7/15-10/15/07)
An exciting introduction to group activity and early socialization including play, snack and story time, musical fun and creative movement.  This class grows with your child and transforms mid-session to a full ToddlerTime Kids class.  Fee: $315/12 wks

Tuesdays:  11:15-12:00

ToddlerTime Kids™
14-36 MONTHS (born by 7/15/07)
Share special time with your toddler in our extraordinary Mommy and Me preschool program.  ToddlerTime Kids is fun-filled with engaging activities of weekly arts & crafts, storytelling, creative play, songs, instruments, movement, a discovery surprise and a snack too!  Meet new friends and develop your child's social skills in our playful learning environment. Fee: $395/14 wks

14-20 MONTHS
Mondays: 9:30-10:45
Thursdays: 9:30-10:45

18-24 MONTHS
Tuesdays: 9:30-10:45
Wednesdays: 9:30-10:45
Fridays: 11:15-12:30

22-30 MONTHS
Fridays: 9:30-10:45

ToddlerTime Kids™ Plus 
24-40 MONTHS (born by 9/15/06)
Meet new friends and share special fun in this comprehensive educational program. Kids whip up delicious snacks in our kid-delicious cooking segment.  An expanded music and art time is added to our regular ToddlerTime Kids features.  A perfect supplement or alternative to preschool. Fee: $425/14 wks

Wednesdays: 11:15-12:45

Little Maestros™
NEWBORN-5 YEARS; SIBLINGS WELCOME
"Register your baby at birth for the hottest music class for tots," says the New York Post.  Little Maestros, named the best music class in NYC by the lilaguide: the word-of-mouth survival guide for new parents, is a music performance class where music and friends are made.  Each class features four live musicians who sing and play guitar, piano and drums.  Little Maestros takes children on a fantastic musical journey each week.  You and your child will love our musical story times, songs of all kinds, imaginative play, language development activities, puppet shows and “bubble music.”  Come and join the fun!  45 minute classes. All classes are with parent/caregiver.  Fee: $475/12 wks

For more Little Maestros info, please visit www.littlemaestros.com

CLASS AGE GUIDELINES:
NEWBORNS-14 MONTHS
Mondays: 11:45-12:30

12-30 MONTHS
Mondays: 10:30-11:15

18-36 MONTHS
Mondays: 9:30-10:15

Afternoon Mixed Age classes to be added this winter.

NEW! TUMBLEJAM®
6 MONTHS- 3 1/2 YEARS
TumbleJam is a children's music program that teaches children the musical and physical elements of music.  By combining music and movement in this unique program, your child's creative, physical, social and sensory abilities are stimulated.  Includes live music, instruments, early musical exercises for the ear and body.  Taught by TumbleJam founder Patrick Cerria, a classically trained percussionist/pianist, professional rock drummer and Julliard trained, Dalcroze Eurthymics teacher.  Fee: $385/17 wks

For more TumbleJam info, please visit www.tumblejam.com

6-15 MONTHS
Tuesdays: 11:15-12:00

15-24 MONTHS
Tuesdays: 10:30-11:15

2-3 1/2 YEARS
Tuesdays: 9:30-10:15

Signing Fingers™
3-36 MONTHS; MIXED AGES INCLUDING PRESCHOOLERS
You and your child can enjoy the benefits of two way communication before baby can talk.  Themed classes of music, songs, stories, movement, play and silly-fun while learning American Sign Language along the way! Fee: $135/6 wks; Music CD and a related sign/song book included.

Wednesdays:  9:30-10:15; 10:30-11:15

Paintin’ Jumpin’ & Jammin’™ 
2-3 ½ YEARS
You and your child will have a foot stomping good time in this combo art and music class.  Young artists will have fun painting, collaging and sculpting using mega materials.  Art time is followed by lively musical activities that include our rainbow warm-up, adventure circle and instrumental jammin' time.  Fee: $295/12 wks

Mondays: 4:30-5:15

Toddlers in the Kitchen and Art Too!
2½-3½ YEARS
Spend special time with your toddler in this themed kid-delicious cooking and crafty art program.  Mixing, measuring, mashing and more!  All of our recipes are kid-tested, age appropriate, tasty and fun!  Aprons included.  Parents of children with food allergies are cautioned to talk with Donna before enrolling. (Donna's Kids is a "peanut aware" facility.)  Fee: $350/12 wks

Mondays: 11:45-12:45
Tuesdays: 9:45-10:45 (Time change)
Fridays: 10:00-11:00 & 11:45-12:15

NEW!  Toddlers in the Spotlight
2½-3½ YEARS
Journey on a magic carpet ride into the world of musical theatre.  This exciting new class includes joyful music, instruments, props and stories with themed performances on the Donna's Kids stage.  Taught by Dalia, a professionally trained dancer, musical theatre actress and early childhood teacher. Fee: $250/10 wks

Tuesdays: 4:30-5:15
Thursdays: 2:00-2:45

YOUNG ARTISTS WORKSHOPS                 
Preschoolers and K-Grade 6                      

FINE ARTS • VISUAL ARTS • CRAFTS

Bring out the young artist in your child with our innovated kid-tested art programs.  Original and carefully designed curriculums, a nurturing, non-competitive environment and a unique educational arts approach by experienced teaching artists, bring out the creativity and spark the imagination of every child. 

Young Artists Studio Workshop
3-5 YEARS
Awaken your child’s creativity and bring out the artist in your child.  Our young artists will discover the joys of creative expression as they experiment with a variety of artistic techniques and an endless amount of quality materials.  Fee: $315/12 wks (3-4 year olds); $325/12 wks (4-5 year olds)

3-4 YEARS
Tuesdays: 2:15-3:00
Thursdays: 2:45-3:30
Fridays: 12:15-1:00

4-5 YEARS
Mondays: 3:15-4:15 

Fridays: 1:15-2:15

Studio Fine Arts: Drawing, Painting & Mixed Media
KINDERGARTEN – 6^TH GRADE
Creativity and expression go hand in hand with lessons in drawing, basic techniques and art fundamentals.  Students will develop observation skills and their own personal style while building a firm artistic foundation. Art history is included in the curriculum.  Fee: $375/12 wks (Fee includes all supplies, personal art drawing kit, sketchbook and art bag.)

KINDERGARTEN
Tuesdays: 4:00-5:15
Thursdays: 4:00-5:15

GRADE 1
Wednesdays: 4:00-5:15

GRADES 2-3
Wednesdays: 4:00-5:15

GRADES 4-6
Wednesdays:   5:15-6:30

Art in the Round™
1^st -5^th GRADE
Design and create imaginative three-dimensional masterpieces.  A variety of techniques and materials will be used including drawing, mixed media, clay, plaster and wire. Fee: $335/12 wks      

GRADES 1-3
Thursdays: 4:00-5:00

GRADE 3-5
Tuesdays: 4:30-5:30
 
INTEGRATED ARTS ADVENTURES

Kid-Delicious™ Cooking & Crafts from Pasta to Picasso
A wonderful themed class of tasty cooking and arts & crafts.  Children will enjoy hands-on fun making and eating our tested yummy creations from the Donna’s Kids recipe box and dabble in a wide variety of craft fun.  Fee: $335/12 wks      

3-4 YEARS        
Mondays: 2:15-3:15
Wednesdays: 1:30-2:30

Passport to Adventure™
INTEGRATED ARTS WITH COOKING TOO!
Children will embark on a travel adventure to a new destination every week and experience the wonder and excitement of countries around the world.  Cooking, art, language, geography, stories and music enhance the adventure. Fee: $335/12 wks       

4-5 YEARS        
Tuesdays: 3:00-4:15
Thursdays: 3:45-5:00 (New Day/Time)

K- Grade 2         
Mondays: 3:45-5:00
Tuesdays:4:30-5:45 (New Day/Time)
Fridays: 3:30-4:45                        

KIDS ON STAGE
NEW! Musical Theatre On Stage  
A triple threat.  This program showcases the sounds of Broadway, creative dance, improvisational technique and theatre art. Class will be held in the Donna's Kids state-of-the-art childrens theatre with professional stage, dressing room and movement area.  Taught by Dalia, a professionally trained dancer, musical theatre actress and early childhood teacher. Fee: $250/10 wks

3-4 YEARS
Tuesdays: 2:15-3:15 & 3:15-4:15
Thursdays: 4:00-5:00

4-5 YEARS
Thursdays: 3:00-4:00 & 4:00-5:00