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Our Workshop Programs
Discover our engaging workshops designed to spark curiosity, foster creativity, and nurture a love of learning in children of all ages.
Workshop Programs
Explore our carefully designed workshop programs for both Mini Makers and Explorers. Each program offers unique hands-on experiences that encourage discovery, creativity, and wonder.
Mini Makers (18 Months - 3 Years)
Our Mini Makers program is designed for our youngest explorers, offering sensory-rich experiences that encourage discovery and wonder. Each workshop provides age-appropriate activities that develop fine motor skills, language, and social-emotional growth.
Famous Artists Workshops
Description: Introduce your little one to the wonderful world of art through famous artists. This workshop uses child-friendly techniques to explore colors, shapes, and textures inspired by master artists.
Tuesday Session
Exploring colors with finger painting
Thursday Session
Texture play with various materials
Elements of Design Workshop
Description: This workshop introduces young children to basic design elements through playful exploration. Children will discover shapes, patterns, and spatial relationships through hands-on activities.
Tuesday Session
Shape exploration and sorting
Thursday Session
Pattern making with natural materials
Passports Around the World Workshop
Description: Take your little one on a sensory journey around the world! This workshop introduces different cultures through age-appropriate sensory experiences, music, and simple crafts.
Tuesday Session
Exploring textures and sounds from around the world
Thursday Session
Cultural music and movement activities
Nature Exploration Workshop
Description: Connect your child with the natural world through sensory-rich nature experiences. This workshop uses natural materials to engage children's senses and spark wonder about the environment.
Tuesday Session
Exploring natural materials through touch and sight
Thursday Session
Nature-inspired sensory play
Note: Location to be announced. Parents/caregivers remain with children during the Mini Makers workshops. All materials are provided.
Explorers (4 Years+)
Our Explorers program engages older children in deeper investigations, project-based learning, and collaborative experiences. These workshops encourage critical thinking, creativity, and self-expression through hands-on activities.
Famous Artists Workshops
Description: Introduce your little one to the wonderful world of art through famous artists. This workshop uses child-friendly techniques to explore colors, shapes, and textures inspired by master artists.
Monday Session
Exploring impressionism with Monet-inspired projects
Wednesday Session
Abstract art with Kandinsky-inspired creations
Friday Session
Exploring patterns with Yayoi Kusama techniques
Elements of Design Workshop
Description: This workshop introduces children to the fundamental elements of design through engaging projects. Children will explore line, shape, color, texture, and space while developing their artistic vocabulary.
Monday Session
Exploring line and shape through drawing and collage
Wednesday Session
Color theory and mixing experiments
Friday Session
Texture and pattern in 2D and 3D projects
Passports Around the World Workshop
Description: Embark on a global adventure! This workshop introduces children to diverse cultures through art, music, stories, and hands-on activities. Children will create their own passport and collect "stamps" as they explore different countries.
Monday Session
Japanese art and culture exploration
Wednesday Session
African drumming and textile designs
Friday Session
South American folk art and traditions
Nature Exploration Workshop
Description: Connect with the natural world through observation, art, and scientific inquiry. Children will develop a deeper understanding of nature while engaging in hands-on investigations and creative projects.
Monday Session
Botanical drawing and plant investigations
Wednesday Session
Weather observation and cloud studies
Friday Session
Insect exploration and habitat creation
Note: Location to be announced. Explorers workshops are drop-off programs. All materials are provided.
Workshop Information
General Information
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Cost: $25 per class per child
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Class Size: Maximum of 10 children per workshop
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Location: To be announced
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Materials: All materials provided
Schedule
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Mini Makers: Tuesdays & Thursdays, 9:30-11:30 AM
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Explorers: Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays, 9:30-11:30 AM
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Duration: 2 hours per session
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Registration: Sign up for individual workshops or the full series
Featured Workshops
Explore some of our most popular workshop experiences that spark curiosity and wonder in children of all ages.
Color Explosion
A vibrant exploration of color mixing, color theory, and the emotional impact of different hues through hands-on experiments and art creation.
Part of Elements of Design
Nature Detectives
Become a nature detective as you learn to observe, document, and investigate the natural world through scientific inquiry and artistic expression.
Part of Nature Exploration
Global Stories
Journey around the world through stories, music, and art from different cultures, expanding your global awareness and appreciation for diversity.
Part of Passports Around the World
Register for Workshops
Secure your child's spot in our engaging workshops. Space is limited to ensure a quality experience for each participant.
Registration Information
After submitting your registration, you will receive a confirmation email with payment instructions. Your child's spot is not secured until payment is received.
Workshop location details will be provided upon registration confirmation. All workshops have a maximum of 10 children to ensure quality instruction and individual attention.
For questions about registration or our workshops, please contact us at info@curiosityandwonder.com or call (216) 555-1234.
Meet the Director
Tammy Kennedy is a dedicated Montessori educator with an impressive 27 years of experience working with children from infancy through 8th grade. Her journey in education has been guided by a deep passion for child-centered learning and a belief in the innate curiosity of every child.
With a strong foundation in art, evidenced by her Art Degree, and multiple Montessori credentials, Tammy brings a unique perspective to early childhood education. Her extensive studies in both the Reggio Emilia approach and the Curiosity approach have shaped her educational philosophy.
Tammy is thrilled to bring her vision to life in Cleveland, Ohio through The Curiosity and Wonder Studio. This innovative studio experience thoughtfully blends the principles of Montessori, Reggio Emilia, and the Curiosity approach to create magical learning opportunities for children.
Her mission is to offer children meaningful hands-on and inquiry-based learning experiences in a carefully crafted environment that beautifully unites nature, art, and storytelling. Through this holistic approach, Tammy aims to nurture not just the minds, but the hearts and spirits of the children who participate in the studio's programs.