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Toddler Exploration Time
Ages 18mos-5yrs
Supervisor: Patti Staley
Brought to you by the Friends of the Oak Park
Conservatory, this special interactive time for
you and your child will open up the natural
world as you explore together the wonders of
nature at the Oak Park Conservatory. You and
your child will interact during guided activities
highlighting a different topic each month and
facilitated by FOPCON volunteer docents. Come
ready to have fun and learn about nature with
your child. Space is limited to 22 children. Pre-
registration required. Please enter through main
door ten minutes before session.
Times held: 9:30-10:15A and 10:45-11:30A
Activity Code #235410
Upcoming Dates & Topics include:
March 15: Birds
April 12: Seeds
May 17: Garden Friends
Register for this FREE program online at
www.pdop.org.
Early Childhood
Program Ages Day/Date Time(s) Location
# of
Classes Activity #
Res Discount/
NR Price
FULL SERIES
Kids in Motion 3-5 M, Apr 1 - May 20 10:30 - 11:15A Stevenson Center 8 263228-01 $91/111
Spanish 3-5 M, Apr 1 - May 20 3:30 - 4:30P Stevenson Center 8 263393-01 $91/111
Lights, Camera, Action! 4-6 W, Apr 3 - May 22 3:30 - 4:30P Stevenson Center 8 263217-01 $91/111
Dinosaur Explore 3-5 F, Apr 5 - May 17 10:45 - 11:45A Field Center 7 263386-01 $80/100
Yes...And? Youth Improv 3-9 F, Apr 5 - May 24 4:30 - 5:30P Stevenson Center 8 261310-02 $90/110
Yes...And? Family Improv (PAIR) 3+ Su, Apr 7 - May 26 10:30 - 11:30A Andersen Center 7 261310-03 $80/100
Kids in Motion
Supervisor: Barb Grooms
Get heart rates up using large muscle movements
including marching, jumping, and running.
Parachute play will add to the fun as they learn how
to control movements in space through active songs
and games. Let's move it!
Min 6/Max 10
Language Learners - Spanish
Supervisor: Barb Grooms
Socialize and interact with peers during small and
large group activities. Art, music, and stories will be
part of the fun as participants gain an appreciation
for other cultures. is is an introductory class
that will involve repetition to increase exposure,
comprehension, and connections to everyday
activities that are familiar to our learners.
Min 6/Max 12
Lights, Camera, Action!
Supervisor: Barb Grooms
Does your child like to take the stage? Are they
always singing, dancing, twirling, or pretending?
Well, send them to us each Wednesday! Each week,
your child will be given props and costumes while
they explore the art of acting and improvisation
with friends. ey will have the opportunity to be
creative, while developing communication and
cooperation skills. e possibilities are endless!
Min 6/Max 10
Dinosaur Explore
Supervisor: Barb Grooms
Dig into dinosaur facts. Carnivore or herbivore?
Biped or quadruped? Jurassic or Cretaceous? In this
class we listen to stories, play games, and create
dino-art projects. Participants will record their
research as they make their own dinosaur fact
books to take home and read to their families. All
junior paleontologists welcome!
Min 6/Max 10
Yes...and? Improv
Supervisor: Megan Ulczak and Barb Grooms
Wanna be a famous singer? Or an astronaut in
space? Or a famous singing astronaut in space?
en improvisation is for you. In this class kids will
learn the building blocks of improv like listening,
supporting your partner and the concept of "Yes,
and". Fun games and exercises will be played to
develop social skills, teamwork and self-confidence.
e kids will learn how to have fun working
together. It is a great opportunity for them to meet
new friends.
Min 10/Max 20
Class does not meet: 4/21
Cubhouse Coffee & Play
April 28 & May 19
9:15-10:15A
Looking to connect with other parents
with young children?
Come sip and schmooze at the Cubhouse! Chat
with friends old and new while your child
explores our forest-themed indoor playground.
Coffee will be provided.
Perfect for ages 8 months to 5 years. is drop-in
program is offered free of charge. Please RSVP to
Aileen Landau at aileen.landau@pdop.org.
