Introducing our newest class: Messy Hands!

Messy Hands is an art class for babies, tykes and tots to encourage the exploration of sensory art materials. This class is all about allowing your child to create, explore and express themselves through art! While your child is busy playing, they will be practicing important fine motor, cognitive and social skills. Not only will your child have a great time getting messy, but they will also be experiencing many developmental benefits.

Benefits of sensory play:

• encourages play, curiosity, and exploration
  
• strengthens fine motor skills
  
• provides opportunities for critical thinking and problem solving
  
• supports language development
  
• fosters pretend play and independence
  
• promotes integration of sensory input and self-regulation

 
Art provides children the invitation for non-verbal self-expression and communication. Art experiences also stimulate the senses and the brain, creating connections and wiring for future successful learning! With little ones, it’s all about the creative PROCESS, and allowing the child to manipulate, experience, and have an effect on the materials, rather than producing a final product. Making a mess is the result of creativity, learning and exploration - we will set up a space where children can be free to create and get messy in a safe and encouraging environment. Come play, sing, dance, and create with us!