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About Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE)

ECFE offers classes and programs to support families with babies, toddlers, and children up to grade three.

Classes to support parents, caregivers, and families.
FREE class for parents of newborns - Newborn Parenting Series
Playtime with toys, songs, and activities.
Pre-K to Grade 3 Parenting workshops for families with children up to grade 3.

Learn more about ECFE programs and view the current catalog online.

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ECFE ofrece clases y programas para apoyar a las familias con bebés, niños pequeños y niños hasta el tercer grado.

Clases de apoyo a padres, cuidadores y familias.
Clase GRATUITA para padres de recién nacidos - Serie de crianza de recién nacidos
Juegos con juguetes, canciones y actividades.
Talleres de crianza para familias con niños hasta 3 grado.

Obtenga más información sobre las clases apoyadas por un maestro de habla hispana.

Age-specific classes

Babies and Ones Classes (Birth to 23 months) - Non-Separating

Early Learning Special Events

Mixed-age classes (birth up to kindergarten) - Separating

Pre-K to Grade 3 Parenting Workshops

Preschoolers Classes (3 to 4 years, 4 months) - Separating

Toddlers and Twos Classes (16 to 36 months) - Separating

Featured Courses

Jumpin' in the Gym
Mixed-age classes (birth up to kindergarten) - Separating

Come wiggle, jiggle, and jump in this fun and active class. Children can burn off some of their extra energy in the gym as they run, jump, ride, slide, swing, and climb. Besides the time jumpin' in the gym, we'll also have fun exploring some classroom activities. A licensed parenting educator will guide parenting discussions on the power of play and other topics.

The Anxious Generation
Mixed-age classes (birth up to kindergarten) - Separating

Class discussion is based on Jonathan Haidt's book, The Anxious Generation. We'll investigate the nature of childhood, including why children need play and independent exploration to mature into competent, thriving adults. We'll discuss how technology has made impacts on our children's development and what steps parents can take to bring back play-based childhood experiences. Purchasing the book is not necessary for class participation but will enhance your learning.

I Love Books
Mixed-age classes (birth up to kindergarten) - Separating

From picture books to rhyme-filled stories, reading with young children sets the foundation for later independent reading. Explore a variety of favorite children's authors and bring their fun stories to life. A licensed Parenting Educator will lead discussions on reading to young children, how to foster a love of reading, as well as other parenting topics. Spanish speaking instructor in class at Coon Rapids Family Place.

Ready, Set, Parent
Mixed-age classes (birth up to kindergarten) - Separating

How many times have you heard or maybe said, "I wish parenting came with a handbook”? This class might just be the closest thing there is. Learn and share practical parenting tips. Discuss your child’s development. Parenting educator will guide discussions based on topics selected by participants. Play and learn with your child. Just like every child is different, every class is different. This is a class you can take again and again.

ECFE Outdoors
Mixed-age classes (birth up to kindergarten) - Separating

Studies prove that spending time outdoors builds confidence, promotes creativity, provides unique stimulation, and gets children moving, all while reducing stress and fatigue. Parents and children will learn about the outdoors and nature through experiential, hands-on activities. Class will be spent inside and outdoors. Dress for outdoor play and the weather.

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