Different Classes for Different Age Groups

Babbles & Books 

Early Speech & Language Development for Babies!

 6 months-18months

Our Babbles & Books class is designed to help babies ages 6–18 months explore the building blocks of speech and language through songs, sensory play, and interactive stories. Led by an expert speech and language pathologist with years of experience, each session focuses on nurturing communication skills in a fun and engaging way. Through simple songs, rhymes, and hands-on activities, babies will strengthen their ability to listen, respond, and begin expressing themselves.

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Why Your Baby Will Love It:

• Speech Development: Encouraging babbling, early sounds, and first words through interactive songs and rhymes.

• Sensory Play: Engaging in tactile, visual, and auditory experiences to support language growth and attention skills.

• Listening Skills: Helping babies tune into speech patterns and rhythms that lay the foundation for communication.

• Social Interaction: Building early social skills through songs, gestures, and simple back-and-forth exchanges with caregivers and peers.

• Skill of the Day: Each class will highlight and model a key speech or language skill, which will be demonstrated by the speech therapist and practiced with your baby.

• Caregiver Resources: Caregivers will receive practical tips and a resource handout each week to continue supporting speech and language development at home.

By the end of each class, your baby will be on their way to mastering essential speech milestones while having a blast with songs, stories, and sensory fun!

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This class is taught by Olivia Lada.​

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Storytime & Exploration
Giggles, Play, and Language Exploration for Little Learners!

1-3 years

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In Storytime & Exploration your child will have a blast while developing important language and social skills! Each week, your toddler will enjoy an interactive storytime, followed by hands-on play activities like painting, play-dough, water play, and sensory bins—all designed to spark creativity and learning.

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Why Your Toddler Will Love It:

• Fun Language Play: Singing songs, rhymes, and repeating words will boost your child’s vocabulary and language skills.

• Early Literacy Fun: Exposure to sounds, words, and simple stories sets the stage for early reading success.

• Creative Communication: Your child will practice forming simple sentences and asking questions as they interact with others.

• Motor Skills Development: Activities like painting and sensory play help strengthen fine motor, a prerequisite to writing. 

• Imaginative Exploration: Playtime with puppets, music, and storytelling encourages creativity and pretend play with you and their peers.

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Each week, your toddler will be excited to explore new stories and themes that keep them curious, happy, and learning!

Stories & Science (STEAM) 

 Hands-On Learning Adventure for Toddlers

(1.5-5 years) 

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Is your toddler ready for an exciting, hands-on learning experience? Our Stories & Science class is a dynamic 45-minute adventure designed to engage curious young minds through reading, science, writing, math, and art—helping toddlers explore and discover in every way.

 

In this class, storytelling is at the heart of learning. Through carefully selected, engaging books about nature, animals, and the environment, we’ll introduce your toddler to foundational literacy skills. As we read, your child will develop language skills, vocabulary, and comprehension, all while being transported to imaginative worlds where they can connect with the natural world around them. The interactive stories will not only spark their imaginations but also encourage them to ask questions and make connections—important steps in their literacy journey.

 

After the story, toddlers will dive into hands-on science activities that bring the themes to life. Whether exploring plant growth, learning about animal habitats, or observing weather patterns, your child will experience science in a way that encourages curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking.

While the class takes place indoors, the lessons learned will inspire your child’s curiosity and prepare them for real-world exploration. By connecting stories to science experiments, we aim to foster a love of reading and learning that will last a lifetime.

 

Designed with toddlers in mind, this class helps nurture curiosity, build early literacy skills, and lay the groundwork for future academic success.

Books & Bites

(1-3 years)

Toddler No-Bake Cooking Class: Learning Through Play!

 

Join us for a hands-on, no-bake cooking adventure where toddlers explore the world of food while building essential literacy skills! Each class, we'll read simple recipes, follow sequences, and learn about ingredients through interactive stories and fun activities. As we mix, measure, and create, children will be exposed to early math, writing, and comprehension skills—all while making delicious, no-bake treats.

 

Why Your Toddler Will Love It:

• Sensory Fun: Tasting, touching, and experimenting with different foods.

• Creative Play: Engaging in imaginative play through cooking, songs, and stories.

• Independence & Confidence: Sharing their delicious, no-bake creations with you!

• Literacy Exposure: Reading recipes, following sequences, and learning new words.

• Hands-On  Learning: Practicing math, writing, and comprehension in a fun, interactive way.

 

Every child will get the chance to participate in a recipe of the day, take home their very own picture recipe card, and leave with a big smile (and maybe a bit messy!) With songs, play, and learning all rolled into one, it’s a tasty way to nurture creativity and early literacy skills.

 

Allergy Information:

If your child has any allergies, please note them during sign-up and remind the instructor on the first day of class. This is important for safety when working with food.

Thank you!

​Spoonfuls of Stories & Skills​ Cooking & Learning for Preschoolers!

2.5-5 years
 

In our Spoonfuls of Stories & Skills class, preschoolers will embark on a fun-filled, no-bake cooking adventure while building essential phonics and phonemic awareness skills! Each week, we'll read stories, explore recipes, and follow fun steps to create delicious no-bake treats. As we measure, mix, and experiment, kids will practice early literacy skills, sequencing, and basic math, all in a playful, hands-on way.

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Why Your Preschooler Will Love It:

• Phonics Fun: Engaging in sound and letter activities as we read recipes and name ingredients.

• Phonemic Awareness: Strengthening listening skills by identifying and blending sounds through songs and stories.

• Hands-On Learning: Tasting, touching, and experimenting with ingredients to connect with new words and concepts.

• Sequencing & Math Skills: Following recipe steps, measuring, and counting while creating.

• Creative Expression: Singing food songs, telling stories, and proudly sharing their creations with friends and family.​

By the end of each class, your child will leave with a recipe, new skills, and a happy tummy from their tasty creations!

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Reading Adventures  Book Club (ages 2-5 years) 

 

Give your little the perfect blend of fun and learning with Reading Adventures! Designed to keep little ones engaged and excited, this class runs from 12:00 to 1:00 PM, offering a wonderful mid-day break before nap time or afternoon activities. Each week, your child will embark on a new adventure with exciting stories, interactive science experiments, playful cooking sessions, phonics games, sensory exploration, and much more! These hands-on activities are carefully designed to help boost early literacy skills, spark creativity, and promote cognitive and social development in a playful environment. In addition, littles will also practice mindfulness and self-regulation strategies through yoga poses, coloring, and mindful breathing.

 

Not only will your little have a blast discovering the world around them, but you'll also be supporting their growth in essential early learning areas. It’s the perfect opportunity for them to get out, explore, and have fun while you enjoy peace of mind knowing they’re in a nurturing, educational setting. Don’t miss out on this exciting experience—sign up today to give your little one a head start in their educational journey!

 

Bloom Families inquire about a special discounted rate! 

Story 2 Stage (5-8 years)

Taught by Liz Samuel of Montclair Story Salon 

Stories, Storytelling, & Theater Collide!​

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During Story 2 Stage explore the magic of storytelling, creative drama, and playwriting! Led by Liz Samuel of Montclair Story Salon, children will have the opportunity to act out scenes from their favorite stories, engage in theatre games and improvisational exercises, and begin to write their own plays as a class.

 

Along the way, they'll discover how to recognize and understand the language in a script, learning how dialogue and stage directions work to bring stories to life. By the end of the session, they’ll have created their own short play, ready to perform for the group. It’s a fun and imaginative way to develop confidence, creativity, and a love for storytelling!

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Why Your Child Will Love It:

• Discover the Magic of Picture Books: Experience the joy of reading aloud and the thrill of exploring characters, settings, and plots in beloved stories.

• Retell and Reinvent Stories: Strengthen comprehension and sequencing skills as they retell stories in their own words—and add their own creative twist to the tale.

• Write Their Own Play: Encourage their imagination as they help rewrite the story and create their very own version, complete with new characters, settings, and adventures.

• Take the Stage: Your child will shine as they act out the play! From voice projection to facial expressions, Liz will help them develop the confidence and performance skills to bring the story to life.

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Every week is a new story where your child will read, story tell, write, and act—while fostering a lifelong love of reading and learning!

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This class is taught by Liz Samuel.