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WaitlistArt Explore | age 2-5ClassesLet's explore different ways to create art. You and your child will discover a variety of art forms and ways to express your imagination. Come dressed for creative fun!2025-2026 ECFE School Year -
WaitlistBirmingham Public Library (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)Dad's Class | 18 months- age 5ClassesJoin other dads and father figures in a supportive, fun, and relaxed ECFE class that focuses on strengthening the parent-child bond. Enjoy engaging activities with your child (18 months to age 5). Explore parenting topics, share experiences, and build confidence in your role. Whether you're a new dad or experienced father, this class offers connection, insight, and quality time with your little one. Circle time included. This is a non-separating class.2025-2026 ECFE School Year -
Starting SoonDiscovery Learning Preschool Tall & Small BallEventsPAC Presents… Tall & Small Ball Join us for a special night of dancing, laughter, and memories for our littlest learners and the grown-ups who love them! The Tall & Small Ball is a joyful family event designed for Discovery Learning Preschool students and their favorite adults. Get dressed up, hit the dance floor, and enjoy an evening of music, movement, and fun together. Who Can Attend: “Smalls”: Children enrolled in Discovery Learning Preschool (ages 3–6) “Talls”: A parent, guardian, or caring adult (18+) Cost: $5 per person $10 per Tall & Small pair (each child must attend with an adult) This is a family event, and every child must be accompanied by an adult. For everyone’s safety and enjoyment, we ask that adults remain with and supervise the child they brought for the duration of the event.2025-2026 ECFE School Year -
WaitlistNathan Put-Fernandez (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)ECFE Nature Outdoor Class | age 2-5ClassesJoin us for all-outdoor exploration in this nature-based classroom experience. We will spend our class time in the Nature Explore Center rain, shine, snow, and more! When weather doesn't permit, we will continue learning about nature in a classroom setting. Our Early Childhood team will contact you with weather guidelines and dress-for-success tips!2025-2026 ECFE School Year -
Hike with ECFE | age birth-KindergartenClassesExplore Woodland Trail, located in Elk River! We will meet at this fabulous local park and experience how to support your child's interest in the outdoors. This class will start with a grounding circle time, then head out onto the trail to explore. We will meet rain or shine!2025-2026 ECFE School Year -
WaitlistInfants and Toddlers | age birth-36 monthsClasses(Formerly "Birth to Three") Enjoy time with your child and be creative, engage in active play, and share in circle time activities. Parenting time will be in the child's classroom in a non-separating atmosphere. This class is free for children under 12 months (select waived fee when registering). EdVenture Club offers on-site childcare for children/siblings of program participants at the Handke Center location. For more information or to register please click here: Program Participant Care2025-2026 ECFE School Year -
WaitlistInfants | age birth-12 monthsClassesHaving a baby can mean major adjustments in every area of your life. We are here to support you in this amazing and exciting transition. These relaxing and informative classes are led by a Parent Educator and offer discussions on development, schedules and feeding. Come for some uninterrupted time with your infant and an opportunity to meet other parents. This is a non-separating class. Class is free, but please register. EdVenture Club offers on-site childcare for children/siblings of program participants at the Handke Center location. For more information or to register please click here: Program Participant Care2025-2026 ECFE School Year -
Nature Play | age birth-Kindergarten entryClassesCome to the Handke Nature Explore Center and experience the best-kept secret in Elk River! We will create nature art, go on scavenger hunts, learn about eagles (and help rebuild our eagle nest), and relax in the outdoors with stories and circle time! FREE admission; no registration necessary. Mondays Sep 16 - Dec 9 | 10:00-11:30 a.m. Not meeting Nov 42025-2026 ECFE School Year -
Nature Play | age birth-Kindergarten entryClassesCome to the Handke Nature Explore Center and experience the best-kept secret in Elk River! We will create nature art, go on scavenger hunts, learn about eagles (and help rebuild our eagle nest), and relax in the outdoors! FREE admission; Please Register! Tuesdays Jun 9-30 | 10:30am -11:30am2026 ECFE Summer -
WaitlistOnes | age 12-24 monthsClassesJoin us in our creative learning environment designed for curious, busy, on-the-go toddlers. Engage with other parents and a parent educator as we explore toddler development, encouraging language development, and ways to expand learning at home. This is a non-separating class. New families may join at any time as space permits. EdVenture Club offers on-site childcare for children/siblings of program participants at the Handke Center location. For more information or to register, please click here: Program Participant Care.2025-2026 ECFE School Year -
WaitlistPlay and Learn | age 2 years-Kindergarten entryClassesChildren learn best through play experiences, which are essential to a child's growth. We will look at the amazing benefits of play in childhood, engage in playful activities with our children, and learn how to set up beneficial play activities at home. Come prepared to laugh and enjoy your child's play and even have fun yourself! This is a non-separating class. EdVenture Club offers on-site childcare for children/siblings of program participants at the Handke Center location. For more information or to register, please click here: Program Participant Care.2025-2026 ECFE School Year -
Play and Learn | age 2 years-Kindergarten entryClassesChildren learn best through play experiences, which are essential to a child's growth. We will look at the amazing benefits of play in childhood, engage in playful activities with our children, and learn how to set up beneficial play activities at home. Come prepared to laugh and enjoy your child's play and even have fun yourself! This is a non-separating class. EdVenture Club offers on-site childcare for children/siblings of program participants at the Handke Center location. For more information or to register, please click here: Program Participant Care.2026 ECFE Summer -
WaitlistPlay and Learn | age Birth-Kindergarten entryClassesChildren learn best through play experiences, which are essential to a child's growth. We will look at the amazing benefits of play in childhood, engage in playful activities with our children, and learn how to set up beneficial play activities at home. Come prepared to laugh and enjoy your child's play and even have fun yourself! This is a non-separating class. EdVenture Club offers on-site childcare for children/siblings of program participants at the Handke Center location. For more information or to register, please click here: Program Participant Care.2025-2026 ECFE School Year -
Preschool - 2nd Grade DiscussionClassesAn ECFE Parent Educator will be available to discuss parenting topics with parents whose children are registered in our Discovery Learning Preschool 4's classes. Come to one or come for all!2025-2026 ECFE School Year -
STEAM | age 12 months-Kindergarten entryClassesSTEAM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics. This unique class helps children build science-related knowledge and offers creative ways to express themselves. This non-separating class will help you and your child build connections and learning skills through the world of STEAM! Circle time is included. Register using your child's name. Only one registration is needed per family. EdVenture Club offers on-site childcare for children/siblings of program participants at the Handke Center location. For more information or to register, please click here: Program Participant Care2025-2026 ECFE School Year -
WaitlistThrees, Fours, Fives | age 36 months-Kindergarten entryClassesThis is a time of investigating and experimenting for your child. Explore with your preschool-age child and discover the world of math, literacy, and social play. This is a separating class. EdVenture Club offers on-site childcare for children/siblings of program participants at the Handke Center location. For more information or to register, please click here: Program Participant Care.2025-2026 ECFE School Year -
Toddlers and Preschoolers | age 18 months-Kindergarten entryClassesChildren learn from one another as they play and interact. Join us in a growth opportunity for children to develop social, emotional, physical, and cognitive skills in a mixed-age group setting. Parents will discuss ways to support developmental milestones, make learning fun, and discipline techniques. This is a separating class. EdVenture Club offers on-site childcare for children/siblings of program participants at the Handke Center location. For more information or to register, please click here: Program Participant Care2025-2026 ECFE School Year -
Twos | age 24-36 monthsClassesTwo-year-olds are growing at high speed! They require guidance and limits as they set out to try new things in their world. Our classrooms are set up to allow children to engage all of their senses as they sing, dance, create, build, problem-solve, communicate, and socialize. Children gain confidence, trust, and independence as their parents separate for facilitator-led parent education focusing on child development, parenting, and parent-child relationships. This is a separating class. EdVenture Club offers on-site childcare for children/siblings of program participants at the Handke Center location. For more information or to register, please click here: Program Participant Care.2025-2026 ECFE School Year