ABOUT THIS CLASS
Make mealtime fun as babies learn to sign words like eat and drink through music and repetition. This class supports independence and communication during daily routines.
CLASS DESCRIPTION:
Baby Sing & Sign helps you connect with your baby through live music and baby sign language in a sensory-rich setting. With a different theme each week, gentle movement, playful repetition, and shared singing, you and your baby build ways to communicate during everyday moments, long before words arrive.
INSTRUCTOR: This class is designed on the Family Life Education framework and our founder’s experience leading organic content strategy for the world’s leading pregnancy and parenting brand, What To Expect. The class is taught by Ms. Mallory, a Newborn Care Specialist credentialed through the International Nanny Association with 15+ years experience working with families. With specialized training in infant development and early caregiving, Ms. Mallory helps families build confidence, connection and communication during the earliest moments of life. Her warm, responsive approach creates an environment where both babies and caregivers feel supported. She is also our music and movement specialist, with experience as a both a children’s musician and librarian.
Simply purchase a class pass or bundle and show up to your class of choice. Reservations are not required.
PRIMARY DEVELOPMENTAL FOCUS OF THIS CLASS:
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Engage your babies and toddlers in a sensory-rich environment where they can explore various sounds, textures, and musical instruments, enhancing their sensory development.
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Foster the development of fine and gross motor skills through interactive activities that involve movement, rhythm, and coordination.
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Stimulate language acquisition by incorporating music, songs, and rhymes, providing a playful and expressive platform for your child to explore and develop their communication skills.
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Promote cognitive development through exposure to different musical elements, patterns, and rhythms, laying the foundation for future learning and problem-solving skills.
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Provide a safe and supportive space for emotional expression through music, allowing your child to explore and understand their emotions while fostering a positive relationship with music.
WHAT PARENTS CAN EXPECT:
Musical Exploration: Dive into a world of musical wonder as your child discovers the joy of rhythm, melody, and sound through interactive and engaging activities.
Developmental Milestone Focus: Witness your little one's growth in areas such as motor skills, language development, and social interaction, all seamlessly incorporated into the musical journey.
Shared Joy: Experience the delight of making music together, creating precious moments of shared joy and connection that extend beyond the classroom.
Expert Guidance: Benefit from the expertise of our experienced program leaders and assistants, guiding you through each musical interaction and offering insights into your child's developmental cues.
Consistent Engagement: Incorporating elements from class into your daily routines, providing a consistent and supportive environment for your child's development.
PROGRAM LOCATION - MID ISLAND
Happy Day Play at JCC Bernikow (Grown Up and Me Program)
1466 Manor Rd
Staten Island, NY 10314
ROOM LOCATION: This class takes place in Ensemble Room in the Dorothy Delson Kuhn Music Institute on the 2nd Floor.
WHAT TO DO WHEN YOU GET THERE
When you arrive, please go to the front desk and tell the JCC member that you have arrived for a Happy Day Play class. They will direct you to the room.
Upon entry, please present your confirmation to a Happy Day Play staff member. If you have not registered, you can do so at the start of class by scanning the QR code and registering online.
For play and music classes, please remove shoes and leave on socks. Strollers are permitted but must stay parked outside the classroom. If your baby needs to be nursed or have a bottle, we encourage you to do so to keep them comfortable. All other items with the exception of light blankets and pacifiers should be left with your personal belongings. Your personal belongings will remain visible to you the entire duration of class.
