May
This May, join the challenge to design,
build, and launch a rocket made from a 2-liter plastic soda bottle that uses a combination of pressurized air and water for propulsion. The competition will consist of creating and launching a rocket that will deploy a parachute. The person with the longest “hang time” in the air wins! Let’s see just how smart you are! Free event!
INFORMATION: 714-542-2823
Enjoy over 600 musicians and dancers
performing on three stages! The 2008 International Festival will again be part of the Orange County’s Imagination Celebration, presented in cooperation with Arts Orange County and the Orange County Department of Education. There will be lots of international food, exhibitors, games and activities, an art exhibition, ceramic sales and demos, a children’s play area with Superslide andBounce House, street painting, student project presentations, a Dragon dance ---and much more!
INFORMATION:949-480-4081
10K & 5K Run/ 1K kids run event and all proceeds go to childrens cancer research. Before and after the race, enjoy a fun-filled morning of festivities at the start and finish line HOTLINE: 949- 859-6312
May What’s Happening@
Pretend City
This month Pretend City will be celebrating an array of careers children can explore at Pretend City as they practice for when they grow up! We will offer numerous days throughout the month highlighting specific careers and will include distinctive programming, special guests, and extraordinary events throughout the entire city! Some of the focus careers include:
-Teacher
-Astronaut
-Police Officer
-Firefighter
-Veterinarian
-Lifeguard
-Mother
-Horse Stable Owner
-Chef
Check out our special guest days and events below and be sure to keep an eye out for updates and more detailed programming descriptions.
May is also the month of Magnificent Monarchs. Through stories, songs, art activities, and play we will learn about the beautiful Monarch Butterfly and everything it needs to “grow up” healthy and strong!
Join us in celebrating the legacy of Mother Goose by hearing familiar rhymes from the collection of Mother Goose Poems. We will have story time throughout the day, as well as Mother Goose inspired art projects and play alongside some of the beloved Mother Goose Characters.
Time: All day
Who is it for? Children of all ages and their grown ups
Is there a fee? Free, included in museum admission
Why should I partake in this? What better way to bond with your child than through sharing your favorite childhood poems and memories with them. Mother Goose Day will bring out your “inner child” and give you the chance to be part of your child’s favorite “Mother Goose” memories.
Join us for our Spring Session Free Class Preview Week! We have a wide variety of new classes that we will be offering including:
•Fun Fitness
•LangoKids Spanish Classes
•Invention of Human Wings (creative writing and drawing class)
•Ocean Adventures
Time: Various times please see below for details
Who is it for? Children of all ages and their grown ups
Is there a fee? Free, museum admission not
required nor included
Why should I partake in this? Families that sign their child up for a class before May 7 during Free Class Preview Week will receive free museum passes on the first day of class. Play Partners, Lively Learners, Engaged Explorers & Imagination Igniters Members will receive a 10% discount on the cost of the class session.
Where Imagination Unlocks the Gates to the City Tonight!
Pretend City is proud to be a part of the 25th Annual Imagination Celebration Arts Festival for Families and Children. We will be hosting a special night for the families of Orange County to experience the colorful creativity of the visual, music and literary arts offered at our museum. Each child is asked to bring in their own creation from school or home to “unlock the gates to the city tonight!”
Time: 4:00p.m. – 9:00p.m
Who is it for? The entire family!
How do I sign up and by when? N/A
Is there a fee? Free, with your child’s creation!
Anything else I should know? Admission is limited to 400 guests on a first come, first serve basis.
Fun Fitness is a movement and education based program designed specifically for youth ages 3-6. Built on the foundation of “fun" and avoiding typical exercise routines that can be a bore, instructors lead “fitness” through activities and games teaching children that exercise is super fun! Parent participation is not required, however, is encouraged.
Time: 2:30p.m. – 3:30p.m
Who is it for? Children 3 - 6 years (Parents must remain in the class)
How do I sign up and by when? N/A
Is there a fee? Free Class Preview Week!
Why should I partake in this? Through Fun Fitness children not only develop lifelong healthy habits, but learn to do so while having fun! Active children are proven to have fewer sick days, develop strong social skills, enhance physical growth and prevent injury, disease and illness later in life. Children leave empowered to be healthy and well!
Anything else I should know? Fun Fitness class provides a great outlet for children to be active while play with friends and learning about health and fitness.
Is your child prepared for preschool? Give them the extra support they may need to optimize their social, cognitive and brain development before they start school. Throughout this 10 week workshop, you will learn things like:
•How to foster a healthy, positive parent-child relationship
•How to generate effective solutions to common parenting challenges
•What are appropriate developmental expectations
•Specific strategies for how to respond to challenging behavior
•Positive parenting skills and the difference they can make in your child’s behavior
•The importance of giving children choices and how that affects their self esteem
Series: Tuesdays, April 27- June 29, 2010
Time: 9:00a.m. – 11:00a.m.
Who is it for? Parents/caregivers with children ages 3 to 5 years old. (Parent workshop, no child care provided)
How do I sign up and by when? Contact Angela Liang at 949.824.3070 or aliang@uci.edu
Is there a fee? Free, paid museum admission not required nor included
Why should I take part in this? To learn about positive parenting techniques to promote your preschooler’s healthy development.
Anything else I should know? Attendees are encouraged to attend all 10 sessions of class and register no later than week three (Tuesday, May 11, 2010); However, drop-ins will not be turned away. This activity is presented by the Good To Go From Head To Toe initiative. (link orange to www.begood2go.org)
Celebrate National Teacher’s Day at Pretend City as we transform our Pretend City Library into a Schoolhouse for the day! Children will have the opportunity to become a teacher and lead fun-filled lessons of their very own! They’ll learn about the various roles teachers play by participating in activities run by the “Pretend City Bell Schedule”.
Time: All Day
How do I sign up and by when? N/A
Is there a fee? Free, included in the cost of admission
Why should I partake in this? Since school is an experience shared by most children it is beneficial when their pretend play also allows them to play school and pretend to be a teacher. This type of play familiarizes them with the classroom environment and can be a great way to prepare your child for school or continue to develop and encourage their love for school.
Join Pretend City as we celebrate Cinco De Mayo in traditional fashion! Celebration activities include:
•Mini Mexican flags and maracas in the art studio
•Mexican hat dance
•Jalapeño hop
•FREE LangoKids Spanish classes
•Stories that teach about Mexican customs and traditions!
Time: All Day
How do I sign up and by when? N/A
Is there a fee? Free, included in the price of admission
Why should I partake in this? Cinco de Mayo celebrates the victory of the historical battle of 1862 between Mexico and France. This holiday is a symbol of Mexican pride and unity and includes great festivities.
Spanish Class (Free Class Preview)
Children in this class won't sit still for long learning Spanish through a variety of modalities designed to engage their minds and bodies. Music and movement form the foundation for the classes, as the children sing simple, rhythmic songs and dance, run, spin and jump around the room! Meanwhile, our teachers work with the accompanying adults, by teaching them age-appropriate games and activities so they can reinforce and continue the learning at home. These "playclasses" are great for parents and caregivers who want to learn a language alongside their children!
Time: 10:30a.m. – 11:15a.m.
Who is it for? Children 11 months -3 years (Parent participation is required)
How do I sign up and by when? N/A
Is there a fee? Free Class Preview Week!
Why should I partake in this? Have you ever thought about the windows of opportunity you can open to your children when they know a foreign language? The earlier a child is introduced to a second language, the greater the chance for the child to become truly proficient in the language and develop the native accent. Studies show children exposed to another language improve their overall performance in school, problem-solving skills, and scores on standardized tests. Also, learning a foreign language opens children’s minds and creates an early appreciation and respect towards other cultures.
Fun and play form the foundation for our Preschool Spanish classes. Within two or three classes, children learn key phrases in their new language through simple, repeated songs and chants. Meanwhile, they become familiar with more complex aspects of the language by engaging in "adventures," art projects and movement-based games that require them to solve simple problems - in their new language, of course! These adventures, starring the Lango Kids (our multicultural cast of characters) take students to other lands and cultures to ensure that their language instruction is combined with cultural exposure.
Time: 4:00p.m. – 4:45p.m.
Who is it for? Children 3-6 years (Parent participation is required)
How do I sign up and by when? N/A
Is there a fee? Free Class Preview Week!
Why should I partake in this? Have you ever thought about the windows of opportunity you can open to your children when they know a foreign language? The earlier a child is introduced to a second language, the greater the chance for the child to become truly proficient in the language and develop the native accent. Studies show children exposed to another language improve their overall performance in school, problem-solving skills, and scores on standardized tests. Also, learning a foreign language opens children’s minds and creates an early appreciation and respect towards other cultures.
Are you prepared to brighten the brains of the little ones you care for every day? In the first three years of life, a child’s brain is busy laying the foundation for lifelong learning, emotional stability, language and motor development, thinking skills and much more. As you participate in this interactive class, you will learn about:
•The windows of opportunity for optimal brain development of infants and toddlers
•How to identify opportunities for enhancing development opportunities during the first 3
years of a child’s life
•How to enhance wiring opportunities for each domain of development including emotional, social, intellectual (which includes language and cognition), and physical (which includes motor and vision)
•How to create interactive experiences within Pretend City Children’s Museum, using the Way to Play Adventure Guide, designed to enhance wiring opportunities in the classroom
•How to construct curriculum plans to stimulate wiring opportunities for children in the classroom
Time: 6:00p.m. – 7:30p.m.
Who is it for? Early Childhood Educators, Caretakers, Professionals and Parents with or working with children from birth to age 3.
How do I sign up and by when? To register, email begood2go@pretendcity.org or call 949.428.3900 x 212 by Monday, May 3, 2010. Registration is required to secure space. Class minimum must be met or class will be subject to cancellation.
Class Instructor: Dr. Regina Lamourelle, Faculty Santiago Canyon College
Is there a fee? Free
Why should I take part in this? To learn about positive teaching and parenting techniques to promote a young child’s healthy development
Anything else I should know? Minimum: 10, Maximum: 30. This activity is presented by the Good To Go From Head To Toe initiative. (link orange to www.begood2go.org)
Join Pretend City as we celebrate "The Invention of Human Wings" through a creativity workshop presented by community artist Chief Ten Dogs. In this class, children work collaboratively to create an e-book filled with their very own ideas, words and illustrations that will be inspired by and follow a character named Gamma Rae who accidentally invents human wings.
Time: 3:00p.m. – 5:00p.m.
Who is it for? Children 6 - 8 years (Parents must remain on premises)
How do I sign up and by when? N/A
Is there a fee? Free Class Preview Week!
Why should I partake in this? Through this class your child will understand their creativity, express themselves and their imagination, and raise their literacy levels all while "Inventing Human Wings".
Young ocean explorers will go on an ocean adventure while exploring samples from five of the different habitats that are right off the California coast. Children will have the opportunity to use their observation skills to look at what makes each of these unique habitats. Ocean Adventures hopes to spark an interest in science and ocean conservation, through cool hands-on ocean activities.
Time: 3:00p.m. - 3:30p.m.
Who is it for? Children 5 - 8 years (Parents must remain in the class)
How do I sign up and by when? Registration is required to secure your space. To register for classes or for more information, contact classes@pretendcity.org or call Noelle Seipel at 949.428.3900 ext. 202 by Tuesday, May 11, 2010.
Is there a fee? Free Class Preview Week!
Why should I partake in this? The oceans cover over 70% of the earth, and are home to a diverse population of plants and animals. It is important for citizens of all ages to respect and care for the world’s oceans.
Anything else I should know? We will be working with kelp and sand straight from the ocean, parents are asked to remain in the class with their ocean explorer.
Make Mother's Day extra special this year by creating special gifts and homemade Mother's Day cards at Pretend City during “Me as My Mommy” Day! In honor of Mother’s Day, children are encouraged to come to Pretend City to play like “mommy”, guiding their parents the way that mommy would guide them.
Time: All Day
How do I sign up and by when? N/A
Is there a fee? Free, included in the cost of admission
Why should I partake in this? Parents serve as the primary role model in their children’s lives. This will be the opportunity to take a moment to see how your child views you as they pretend to be you! It will help serve as a gentle but fun reminder that most of what you say and do, your child notices and brings to life during their pretend play.
Fun Fitness is a movement and education based program designed specifically for youth ages 3-6. Built on the foundation of “fun" and avoiding typical exercise routines that can be a bore, instructors lead “fitness” through activities and games teaching children that exercise is super fun! Parent participation is not required, however, is encouraged.
Session Dates: Tuesdays and Thursdays, May 11 – June 8
Times: 2:30p.m. – 3:30p.m.
Who is it for? Children 3 - 6 years (Parents must remain in the class)
How do I sign up and by when? Registration is required to secure your space. To register for classes or for more information, contact classes@pretendcity.org or call Noelle Seipel at 949.428.3900 ext. 202 by Tuesday, May 11, 2010. If class minimum of 10 children is not met by May 11, 2010 this class will be subject to cancellation.
Is there a fee? $40 for the 4 week session (10% membership discount applies for all Play Partners, Lively Learners, Engaged Explorers & Imagination Igniters)
Why should I partake in this? Through Fun Fitness children not only develop lifelong healthy habits, but learn to do so while having fun! Active children are proven to have fewer sick days, develop strong social skills, enhance physical growth and prevent injury, disease and illness later in life. Children leave empowered to be healthy and well!
Anything else I should know? Fun Fitness class provides a great outlet for children to be active while play with friends and learning about health and fitness.
Is your child prepared for preschool? Give them the extra support they may need to optimize their social, cognitive and brain development before they start school. Throughout this 10 week workshop, you will learn things like:
•How to foster a healthy, positive parent-child relationship
•How to generate effective solutions to common parenting challenges
•What are appropriate developmental expectations
•Specific strategies for how to respond to challenging behavior
•Positive parenting skills and the difference they can make in your child’s behavior
•The importance of giving children choices and how that affects their self esteem
Series: Tuesdays, April 27- June 29, 2010
Time: 9:00a.m. – 11:00a.m.
Who is it for? Parents/caregivers with children ages 3 to 5 years old. (Parent workshop, no child care provided)
How do I sign up and by when? Contact Angela Liang at 949.824.3070 or aliang@uci.edu
Is there a fee? Free, paid museum admission not required nor included
Why should I take part in this? To learn about positive parenting techniques to promote your preschooler’s healthy development.
Anything else I should know? Attendees are encouraged to attend all 10 sessions of class and register no later than week three (Tuesday, May 11, 2010); However, drop-ins will not be turned away. This activity is presented by the Good To Go From Head To Toe initiative. (link orange to www.begood2go.org)
Children in this class won't sit still for long learning Spanish through a variety of modalities designed to engage their minds and bodies. Music and movement form the foundation for the classes, as the children sing simple, rhythmic songs and dance, run, spin and jump around the room! Meanwhile, our teachers work with the accompanying adults, by teaching them age-appropriate games and activities so they can reinforce and continue the learning at home. These "playclasses" are great for parents and caregivers who want to learn a language alongside their children!
Session Dates: Wednesdays, May 12 – June 9
Times: 10:30a.m. – 11:15a.m.
Who is it for? Children 11 months -3 years (Parent participation is required)
How do I sign up and by when? Registration is required to secure your space. To register for classes or for more information, contact classes@pretendcity.org or call Noelle Seipel at 949.428.3900 ext. 202 by Wednesday, May 12, 2010. If class minimum of 6 children is not met by May 12, 2010 this class will be subject to cancellation.
Is there a fee? $25 one time material fee per student
$50 for the 5 week session (10% membership discount applies for all Play Partners, Lively Learners, Engaged Explorers & Imagination Igniters)
Why should I partake in this? Have you ever thought about the windows of opportunity you can open to your children when they know a foreign language? The earlier a child is introduced to a second language, the greater the chance for the child to become truly proficient in the language and develop the native accent. Studies show children exposed to another language improve their overall performance in school, problem-solving skills, and scores on standardized tests. Also, learning a foreign language opens children’s minds and creates an early appreciation and respect towards other cultures.
Anything else I should know? Minimum: 6 children, Maximum: 15 children
Fun and play form the foundation for our Preschool Spanish classes. Within two or three classes, children learn key phrases in their new language through simple, repeated songs and chants. Meanwhile, they become familiar with more complex aspects of the language by engaging in "adventures," art projects and movement-based games that require them to solve simple problems - in their new language, of course! These adventures, starring the Lango Kids (our multicultural cast of characters) take students to other lands and cultures to ensure that their language instruction is combined with cultural exposure.
Session Dates: Wednesdays, May 12 – June 9
Times: 4:00p.m. – 4:45p.m.
Who is it for? Children 3-6 years (Parent participation is required)
How do I sign up and by when? Registration is required to secure your space. To register for classes or for more information, contact classes@pretendcity.org or call Noelle Seipel at 949.428.3900 ext. 202 by Wednesday, May 12, 2010. If class minimum of 6 children is not met by May 12, 2010 this class will be subject to cancellation.
Is there a fee? $25 one time material fee per student $50 for the 5 week session (10% membership discount applies for all Play Partners, Lively
Learners, Engaged Explorers & Imagination Igniters)
Why should I partake in this? Have you ever thought about the windows of opportunity you can open to your children when they know a foreign language? The earlier a child is introduced to a second language, the greater the chance for the child to become truly proficient in the language and develop the native accent. Studies show children exposed to another language improve their overall performance in school, problem-solving skills, and scores on standardized tests. Also, learning a foreign language opens children’s minds and creates an early appreciation and respect towards other cultures.
Anything else I should know? Minimum: 6 children, Maximum: 15 children
Speech Pathology Associates and Providence Speech and Hearing will be offering free screenings for speech, language and hearing. Each child’s screening will take approximately 5-15 minutes, and will be proctored by a Licensed Clinician with the state of California and certified by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association.
Time: 2:00p.m. – 4:00p.m.
Who is it for? 18 months +
How do I sign up and by when? N/A
Is there a fee? Free, paid museum admission not required nor included
Why should I partake in this? Speech and Language Screening tests are conducted to identify health conditions that might need further assessment and are an important part of well-child health care. Speech and language screenings assess a child's ability in the areas of: Voice (tone, loudness), Articulation (pronouncing sounds), Fluency (stuttering), Language (understanding and using words)
Anything else I should know? The longer a child has a hearing impairment that has gone undetected the greater their language development can be delayed. This activity is presented by the Good to Go From Head To Toe! initiative. (link orange to www.begood2go.org)
Join Pretend City as we celebrate "The Invention of Human Wings" through a creativity workshop presented by community artist Chief Ten Dogs. In this class, children work collaboratively to create an e-book filled with their very own ideas, words and illustrations that will be inspired by and will follow a character named Gamma Rae who accidentally invents human wings.
Session Dates: Thursdays, May 13– June 17
Time: 3:00p.m. – 5:00p.m.
Who is it for? Children 6 - 8 years (Parents must remain on premises)
How do I sign up and by when? Registration is required to reserve your space. To register or for more information, contact classes@pretendcity.org or call Noelle Seipel at 949.428.3900 ext. 202 by Thursday, May 13, 2010. If class minimum of 7 children is not met by May 13, 2010 this class will be subject to cancellation.
Is there a fee? $60 for a 6 week session (10% membership discount applies for all Play Partners, Lively Learners, Engaged Explorers & Imagination Igniters)
Why should I partake in this? Through this class your child will understand the power of their creativity, to express themselves and their imagination, and support their literacy development all while "Inventing Human Wings"
Anything else I should know? Minimum: 7, Maximum: 20
Young ocean explorers will go on an ocean adventure while exploring samples from five of the different habitats that are right off the California coast. Children will have the opportunity to use their observation skills to look at what makes each of these unique habitats. Ocean Adventures hopes to spark an interest in science and ocean conservation, through cool hands-on ocean activities.
Session Dates: Fridays, May 14 – June 4
Time: 3:00p.m. - 3:30p.m.
Who is it for? Children 5 - 8 years (Parents must remain in the class)
How do I sign up and by when? Registration is required to secure your space. To register for classes or for more information, contact classes@pretendcity.org or call Noelle Seipel at 949.428.3900 ext. 202 by Friday, May 14, 2010. If class minimum of 7 children is not met by May 14, 2010 this class will be subject to cancellation.
Is there a fee? $40 for a 4 week session (10% membership discount applies for all Play Partners, Lively Learners, Engaged Explorers & Imagination Igniters)
Why should I partake in this? The oceans cover over 70% of the earth, and are home to a diverse population of plants and animals. It is important for citizens of all ages to respect and care for the world’s oceans.
Anything else I should know? We will be working with kelp and sand straight from the ocean, parents are asked to remain in the class with their ocean explorer.
Anything else I should know? Minimum: 7, Maximum: 15
Encourage your child to read, listen, laugh, smile and so much more during various special communication and expression activities throughout the museum. Take part in this unique day of activities with your child all while learning to better understand his or her communication developmental milestones. On this special Good To Go From Head To Toe day, enjoy: (link orange to www.begood2go.org)
•Guided museum activities designed to enhance your child’s communication development
•On–site healthcare professionals to answer child development questions
•Learning how your child´s communication skills are developing through play by using our Way to Play Adventure Guide
Time: All day
Who is it for? Parents/caregivers and children ages birth to 5 years
How do I sign up and by when? N/A
Is there a fee? Free, included in the price of admission
Why should I take part in this? To learn to better understand and engage in the development of your child through simple and fun play activities.
Anything else I should know? Way to Play days occur on the second Friday of every month with a new developmental skill highlighted each day. Join us June 11, 2010 for muscle and movement activities. This activity is presented by the Good to Go From Head To Toe! initiative. (link orange to www.begood2go.org)
Join us to celebrate the variety of tasks and duties that Police Officers do through fun activities, story times, and presentations with real Irvine Police Department Officers! Children will have the opportunity to play out a variety of scenarios with “real public officers” as they learn about bullying, bicycling, and personal safety.
Times: 10:30a.m. – 12:30p.m.
2:30p.m. – 4:30p.m.
Who is it for? Children of all ages
How do I sign up and by when? N/A
Is there a fee? Free, included in the price of admission
Why should I partake in this? These presentations will help your child develop self-esteem and stay safe in their home, community, and while riding their bicycles. They will learn about:
•Bullying: The Irvine Police Department focuses on empowering children by teaching them what constitutes bullying, how to recognize different types of bullying, and how to respond to bullies in different situations.
•Personal Safety: The personal safety presentation provides children with simple tools that help them stay safe in their community. Topics discussed, include: appropriate use of 911, knowing your personal information, keeping parents informed of “whereabouts”, stranger awareness, using the ‘Buddy System’, staying in familiar places, being aware of surroundings, safety rules when home alone, and the importance of having the confidence to speak up or leave an uncomfortable situation.
•Bicycle Safety: Bicycle Safety allows young riders to acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to remain safe on the roadway. Bicycle safety presentations include the following topics: rules of the road, equipment requirements, helmet laws, bicycle maintenance, and licensing requirements.
Join us in celebrating the joy of a family at Pretend City! There will be various story times throughout the day where children will hear about different types of families from all over the world and see their photos. The whole family is invited to write on our “Family Chain” in the Art Studio about what keeps their family strong and what are their favorite family activities are.
Time: All day
Who is it for? All guests who visit the museum
How do I sign up and by when? N/A
Is there a fee? Free, included in the price of admission
Why should I partake in this? It’s so important to slow down in this fast paced world and spend some quality time with the family. Come and celebrate your family with us on this very special day!
Speech Pathology Associates and Providence Speech and Hearing will be offering free screenings for speech, language and hearing. Each child’s screening will take approximately 5-15 minutes, and will be proctored by a licensed clinician with the state of California and certified by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association.
Time: 10:30a.m. – 12:30p.m.
Who is it for? 18 months +
How do I sign up and by when? N/A
Is there a fee? Free, paid museum admission not required nor included
Why should I partake in this? Speech and Language Screening tests are conducted to identify health conditions that might need further assessment and are an important part of well-child health care. Speech and language screenings assess a child's ability in the areas of: Voice (tone, loudness), Articulation (pronouncing sounds), Fluency (stuttering), Language (understanding and using words)
Anything else I should know? The longer a child has a hearing impairment that has gone undetected the greater their language development can be delayed. This activity is presented by the Good to Go From Head To Toe! initiative. (link orange to www.begood2go.org)
Is your child prepared for preschool? Give them the extra support they may need to optimize their social, cognitive and brain development before they start school. Throughout this 10 week workshop, you will learn things like:
•How to foster a healthy, positive parent-child relationship
•How to generate effective solutions to common parenting challenges
•What are appropriate developmental expectations
•Specific strategies for how to respond to challenging behavior
•Positive parenting skills and the difference they can make in your child’s behavior
•The importance of giving children choices and how that affects their self esteem
Series: Tuesdays, April 27- June 29, 2010
Time: 9:00a.m. – 11:00a.m.
Who is it for? Parents/caregivers with children ages 3 to 5 years old. (Parent workshop, no child care provided)
How do I sign up and by when? Class in session. Contact Angela Liang at 949.824.3070 or aliang@uci.edu
Is there a fee? Free, paid museum admission not required nor included
Why should I take part in this? To learn about positive parenting techniques to promote your preschooler’s healthy development.
Anything else I should know? This activity is presented by the Good To Go From Head To Toe initiative. (link orange to www.begood2go.org)
Baby chickens will be hatching in our Pretend City Farm and our two week old baby chicks will be going to a local Farm! Children can watch the chickens “do their work” to peck themselves out of their egg shells and be born into Pretend City. You can also join us for the Chicken Dance held throughout the day!
Who is it for: All guests who visit the museum
Is there a fee? Free, included in the price of admission
Remember, it’s not JUST play! Children learn by connecting and interacting through play. This seminar will teach you:
•How important play is
•How to effectively play with your child
•Developmental stages
•Language
•Social Skills
Class Time: 9:00a.m. – 10:00a.m.
Who is it for? Parents/caregivers and children ages birth to 5 years. Child care may be provided, call 949.582.3958 for details.
How do I sign up and by when? Reservations are highly encouraged. However, walk-ins are allowed and based on availability. For reservations, call 949.582.3958 or email begood2go@pretendcity.org.
Is there a fee? Free, museum admission not required nor included
Why should I take part in this? To better understand and engage in the development of your child through simple and fun play activities.
Anything else I should know? This activity is presented by the Good to Go From Head To Toe initiative! (link orange to www.begood2go.org)
There are four major domains of infant and toddler learning and development– Social/Emotional, Language, Cognitive, and Perceptual/Motor Development. This workshop presented by WestEd faculty will provide an overview of each of these domains, and help adults learn about their role in facilitating this type of learning in their child’s life.
Time: 6:30p.m. – 8:00p.m.
How do I sign up and by when? Registration is required to secure your space. To register or for more information, contact classes@pretendcity.org or call Noelle Seipel at 949.428.3900 ext. 202 by Wednesday, May 19, 2010. If class minimum of 10 parents is not met by May 19, 2010 this class will be subject to cancellation.
Is there a fee? $10
Why should I partake in this? Parent involvement and adult engagement in the learning process leads to greater learning outcomes. When parents are educated about what their child should be learning and how they learn it makes being involved much easier. This education also gives parents and educators a stronger background to serve as advocates for children and schools within the community and the school district.
Anything else I should know? Parent workshop, child care will be provided in the form of an educational enrichment program provided by Tutor My Way, see below for details. Workshop Minimum: 10, Workshop Maximum: 30
Tutor My Way will provide a comfortable and friendly environment where your children will have the opportunity to interact with other children through age appropriate learning based activities. The activities will range from developing fine motor skills to fun imagination based lessons.
Time: 6:30p.m. – 8:00p.m.
Who is it for? Children Infant - 6 years (Parents must remain in the workshop/on the premises)
How do I sign up and by when? This is only available to children whose parents are attending the Facilitating Early Learning parent workshop. Please indicate when you register for the workshop the name, age, and how many children you will be brining to the Tutor My Way Enrichment Program.
Is there a fee? Free to children whose parents are attending the Facilitating Early Learning parent workshop.
Why should I partake in this? The enrichment program provided by Tutor My Way will give your child an opportunity to engage in age appropriate learning activities in a fun, safe environment with other children. The activities will be specifically designed and tailored to meet the needs of their age group. (Tutor My Way is a reputable educational service and tutoring provider in our community and this program will be administered by a California Credentialed Teacher, who is also a Reading Specialist.)
Anything else I should know? Minimum: 10, Maximum: 15
Regular developmental screenings are an essential part of maintaining your child’s healthy child development. Join us to receive a free developmental screening for your little one, including motor, communication, social and thinking skills by a qualified health professional. What to expect at the screening:
•A complete developmental screening for your child in approximately 30 minutes
•On–site healthcare professionals to answer child development questions
•Plenty of activities to keep the little ones occupied while you wait; timed ticketing will be implemented if needed.
Screening times:
General admission - First come, first serve: 9:00a.m. – 11:00a.m.
Member’s only - By RSVP: 1:00p.m. – 3:00p.m.
How do I sign up and by when? Members and the general public can attend the morning session on a first come, first serve basis. For members only, we are offering a special opportunity to reserve a space from 1:00p.m. to 3:00p.m. Limited to 50 screening spaces. To secure your space, please email begood2go@pretendcity.org no later than Thursday, May 20 with:
•Your first and last name
•Your membership ID number
•Number of children (ages birth through 5 years) who will be attending
Who is it for? Children ages birth to 5 years.
Is there a fee? Free, paid museum admission not required nor included
Why should I take part in this? To maintain the healthy development of your birth through 5 year old child.
Anything else I should know? This activity is facilitated by the Family Support Network and is presented by the Good to Go From Head To Toe initiative! (link orange to www.begood2go.org)
Come to Pretend City on Firefighter Friday to learn all about firefighters and fire safety! Angela Garbiso who works with the Orange County Fire Authority will share a story about fire safety called, “No Dragons for Tea”. It’s a unique way to introduce this very important subject. Through this educational interactive story, children gain more knowledge about fire, fire safety, risk reduction, water safety, basic first aid, and more.
Time: 10:30a.m. – 2:30p.m.
Who is it for? All Ages
How do I sign up and by when? N/A
Is there a fee? Free, included in the price of admission
Why should I partake in this? Fire safety is at the top of our list of subject matters to teach your children, as it is the second leading cause for accidental deaths in children 0-15. We want your family to stay safe and be prepared should a fire occur in your home.
In honor of National Maritime Day, children will learn what it takes to be a water hero, otherwise known as a lifeguard! Learn how lifeguards make our beaches and pools safe and enjoyable. Listen to the staff of Waterworks Aquatics as they share with us their real life experiences of protecting swimmers at local pools and beaches throughout Orange County. These classes will promote water safety, familiarize participants with the training involved to become a lifeguard and what these individuals do to educate, inform, and protect swimmers around the world. Topics discussed will cover ocean and water safety, first aid, and lifesaving techniques.
Times: 10:30a.m. – 11:00a.m.
12:30p.m. – 1:00p.m.
2:00p.m. – 2:30p.m.
How do I sign up and by when? N/A
Is there a fee? Free, included with the price of admission
Why should I partake in this? Take a moment and think about the last time you practiced swimming skills or how to put on a life jacket the right way? Participate and learn with your child in this fun and interactive approach to teach children to be safe in and around water and for parents to learn about trainings that are available to further support this learning.
Is your child prepared for preschool? Give them the extra support they may need to optimize their social, cognitive and brain development before they start school. Throughout this 10 week workshop, you will learn things like:
•How to foster a healthy, positive parent-child relationship
•How to generate effective solutions to common parenting challenges
• What are appropriate developmental expectations
•Specific strategies for how to respond to challenging behavior
• Positive parenting skills and the difference they can make in your child’s behavior
•The importance of giving children choices and how that affects their self esteem
Series: Tuesdays, April 27- June 29, 2010
Time: 9:00a.m. – 11:00a.m.
Who is it for? Parents/caregivers with children ages 3 to 5 years old. (Parent workshop, no child care provided)
How do I sign up and by when? Class in session. Contact Angela Liang at 949.824.3070 or aliang@uci.edu
Is there a fee? Free, paid museum admission not required nor included
Why should I take part in this? To learn about positive parenting techniques to promote your preschooler’s healthy development.
Anything else I should know? This activity is presented by the Good To Go From Head To Toe initiative. (link orange to www.begood2go.org)
Are you struggling with the decision to start your child in kindergarten? Concerned about the expectations of kindergarten? Does your child have a late summer or fall birthday? Would you like suggestions on ways to work with your child before starting kindergarten? What about kindergarten standards in the Irvine Unified School District (IUSD)?
Come talk with a certificated teacher who is also the program coordinator for IUSD School Readiness and gain some clarity about starting kindergarten. This class is for parents of children under the age of 6 who will be enrolled in a kindergarten program in either July or September 2010.
Time: 6:30p.m. – 8:00p.m.
How do I sign up and by when? Registration is required to secure your space. To register or for more information, contact classes@pretendcity.org or call Noelle Seipel at 949.428.3900 ext. 202 by Friday, May 21, 2010. If class minimum of 10 parents is not met by May 21, 2010 this class will be subject to cancellation.
Is there a fee? $10
Why should I partake in this? Parent involvement in the learning process leads to greater student achievement. When parents are educated about what their child should be learning and how they learn it makes being involved much easier. This education also gives parent’s a stronger background to serve as advocates for children and schools within the community and the school district.
Anything else I should know? Parent workshop, child care will be provided in the form of an educational enrichment program provided by Tutor My Way, see below for details. Workshop Minimum: 10, Workshop Maximum: 30
Tutor My Way will provide a comfortable and friendly environment where your children will have the opportunity to interact with other children through age appropriate learning based activities. The activities will range from developing fine motor skills to fun imagination based lessons.
Time: 6:30p.m. – 8:00p.m.
Who is it for? Children 3 - 6 years (Parents must remain in the workshop/on the premises)
How do I sign up and by when? This is only available to children whose parents are attending the Kindergarten Readiness parent workshop. Please indicate when you register for the workshop the name, age, and how many children you will be brining to the Tutor My Way Enrichment Program. To register or for more information, contact classes@pretendcity.org or call Noelle Seipel at 949.428.3900 ext. 202 by Friday, May 21, 2010.
Is there a fee? Free to children whose parents are attending the Kindergarten Readiness parent workshop.
Why should I partake in this? The enrichment program provided by Tutor My Way will give your child an opportunity to engage in age appropriate learning activities in a fun, safe environment with other children. The activities will be specifically designed and tailored to meet the needs of their age group. (Tutor My Way is a reputable educational service and tutoring provider in our community and this program will be administered by a California Credentialed Teacher, who is also a Reading Specialist.)
Anything else I should know? Minimum 6, Maximum 15
Join Cookamation as they teach you how to become a Chef for the day! Through this fun filled class children will not only see a demonstration on how to make Alfredo sauce but they will also have the opportunity to make their very own pasta from scratch! Children will utilize basic kitchen tools to roll out the pasta and form sheets followed by creating strips of noodles. Once complete children can take the pasta home for a quick 3-minute alfredo pasta meal!
Time: 2:30p.m. – 3:00p.m.
Who is it for? All children 2.5 years and up and their grown-ups who visit the museum. )Grown-up participation program.)
How do I sign up and by when? Pre-registration is required to reserve your space; walk-in’s are accepted based on availability. Email: classes@pretendcity.org or call 949.428.3900 Ext. 202 by Monday, May 24, 2010.
Is there a fee? $10 per child. Paid museum admission not required nor included.
Why should I partake in this? To create a stronger parent and child bond through learning about eating in a healthy way.
Anything else I should know? Maximum: 30
Speech Pathology Associates and Providence Speech and Hearing will be offering free screenings for speech, language and hearing. Each child’s screening will take approximately 5-15 minutes, and will be proctored by a licensed clinician with the state of California and certified by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association.
Time: 10:30a.m. – 12:30p.m.
Who is it for? 18 months +
How do I sign up and by when? N/A
Is there a fee? Free, paid museum admission not required nor included
Why should I partake in this? Speech and Language Screening tests are conducted to identify health conditions that might need further assessment and are an important part of well-child health care. Speech and language screenings assess a child's ability in the areas of: Voice (tone, loudness), Articulation (pronouncing sounds), Fluency (stuttering), Language (understanding and using words)
Anything else I should know? The longer a child has a hearing impairment that has gone undetected the greater their language development can be delayed. This activity is presented by the Good to Go From Head To Toe! initiative. (link orange to www.begood2go.org) |
