Baby Signing Classes
Come and bring your baby aged 0-24 months to learn how to sign. Signs are taught through songs, stories and playtime. Have fun with your baby and learn about language development. 7 classes. Come join us Wednesdays 10:45am-11:30am at the YMCA. Please register at the YMCA. For mor information contact Beth Hillhouse at pgbabysign@gmail.com or (250) 962-0316.
Active Parenting Classes The Prince George Public Library is now offering Active Parenting classes for parents of toddlers and school-aged children. 1234 Parents is designed to help the parents of children aged 1-4 years to understand child developement and learn basic discipline methods. Active Parenting Now is designed to serve parents of children aged 5-12 years. This curriculum teaches techniques to develop self-esteem, responsibility and courage in children, as well as teaching cooperation and discipline methods. Call 563-9251 or check the website for more information.
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Child Care Resource & Referral Support and services for parents on quality child care. Child Development Centre Support and services for families with children who have special needs. This includes: Speech, Occupational & Physical Therapy, Supported Child Development, and more. Children First Prince George Information on early childhood development in Prince George.
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Early Literacy Storytimes Join us for free interactive songs, games and stories for children and caregivers at both branches of the Prince George Public Library. (Bob Harkins branch downtown and Nechako branch in the Hart.) Call 563-9251 or visit the website for more information. Giscome Ready Set Learn Program Ready Set Learn is a program for children aged 0-5 to participate in preschool. There is gym time, craft, snack, playtime in our own classroom, and best of all stories and songs! Program runs every Wednesday morning from 10-11:30 am except for holidays. Location Giscome Elementary School - 21840 Upper Fraser Road. Contact Faellen Brandner (250) 966-2277 or Denise MacDonald (250) 966-2435 for more information. Infant Development Program Family-centered, home-based service for families with children birth to three years, who are at risk for or have a developmental delay. Open referral, voluntary participation. Services are arranged at times good for the family and baby. For more information, contact Shelley Anderson (250) 564-6408 (ext. 247 or 248) Email: idp@aimhi.ca
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Northern Family Health Society Great programs for children, families & pregnant women. Northern Health Connections Partially subsidized transportation for health care. Parent Support Services Education and support for parents.
Prince George Baby Signing Classes Parents! Come and bring your baby to fun classes where you will learn how to communicate with your baby through signing and talking. It's a wonderful way to connect with your baby. Signs are taught through song, storytime and play. Interact with baby and learn about language development. Location: Chinook Yoga Studio, 1717 3rd Avenue, Prince George Cost: 7 classes for $85 Contact: Beth Hillhouse, (250) 962-0316 email: pgbabysign@hotmail.com Prince George Parent Child Mother Goose Society "Bringing the magic of rhymes, stories and lullabyes to infants and toddlers and their caregivers." For more information on the program or registration dates, view their website, or contact Danielle, Community Coordinator at 552-8664 or admin@pgmothergoose.org. Prince George Native Friendship Centre Education, culture, employment, health and social programs for Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal people and families. Prince George Public Library Early literacy programs and special events.
Prince George Ready Set Learn programs This program is a 10 week program for 3 year olds and their caregiver. Meet for one hour per week at your local elementary school for stories, craft and snack. Dates and times vary throughout the year. The program is free. For more information and dates/times, contact Carol Burbee (250) 561-6800 cburbee@sd57.bc.ca, or your neighbourhood school. The Village Parent & Child Resource Directory YMCA Children’s Programs YMCA Preschool and child care information.
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