Johnstown, PA (Sept. 25, 2014) – Fall into fun with The Learning Lamp’s latest lineup of Parent and Child classes. Each series has its own special theme specifically developed for 2-, 3- and 4-year-olds. The classes serve as an introduction to a preschool setting, as well as an opportunity for parents to learn how to be involved with their child’s education.
“The Parent and Child classes have a heavy focus on early literacy. Every series is developed with a book at its core,” said Erica Ponczek, director of child development and early learning at The Learning Lamp. “Developing the foundation for learning to read is critical for success in school.”
The fall series of Parent and Child will take place from October to December. Classes are held on Fridays from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Greater Johnstown Career and Technology Center in Room F204. October’s series is $44; November’s and December’s series are both $33. Parents can choose from three whimsical themes:
Daring Ducks
Ever see a duck ride a bike? You will when you join us for this series of classes inspired by the popular children’s book, Duck on a Bike by David Shannon. We’ll use our creativity as we paint, sculpt and craft our own art. Oct. 3, 10, 17 & 24 (4 sessions).
Sleepy Heads
Sometimes, you just aren’t ready to go to bed! We’ll learn the story of one particular young owl who refused to hit the hay when we read I’m NOT Sleepy by Jane Chapman. It’s then on to arts and crafts as we learn all about owls. Nov. 7, 14, & 21 (3 sessions).
Penguin Play!
Who doesn’t love a playful penguin? After reading Five Little Penguins Slipping on the Ice, we’ll make our own penguins out of water bottles and play a game of Penguin Pins! Dec. 5, 12 & 19 (3 sessions).
The Parent and Child curriculum is written and taught by Jenna Leverknight, the preschool teacher for The Learning Lamp’s part-day preschool program in Richland. Parent and Child classes also offer a great opportunity for families to check out the preschool classroom and even observe a class. To register for Parent and Child or our part-day preschool, call us at 814-262-0732. Additional information is available on the web at thelearninglamp.org. Click on the “For Families” tab.
The Learning Lamp is a nonprofit organization with a mission to engage all children in the support they need to succeed. We deliver high quality programs that are affordable and accessible to families of all income levels. The Learning Lamp served 18,468 children from 70 school districts and 36 non-public and private schools and other organizations in 32 Pennsylvania counties in 2013.
Our programs include: one-to-one tutoring; before/after school programs; portable classrooms aimed at building math and science skills; alternative education programs for at-risk students; evidence-based prevention programs; online learning and credit recovery; SAT preparation; educationally-focused child care; literacy-based preschool programs; and grant writing and project consulting for schools.
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