We offer a variety of enrichment classes at Children’s Discovery: American Sign Language (ASL), computer, dance, music and Spanish classes.

American Sign Language (ASL)
American Sign Language is available to all students as a part of their curriculum. Why do we teach American Sign Language to hearing infants and children? Sign language is one of the most powerful tools possible to promote your child's educational development. Infants as young as 7-8 months can learn and use signs to communicate their needs! In a short time they will be able to master dozens of signs.

It is widely accepted that the area of the brain used to learn language is highly receptive in children. Active use of this part of the brain only increases the natural ability to learn - be it English, Spanish or the written word.

Computer
GITSSMART classes, taught by Brian, serve children age three through kindergarten. They provide young children with the opportunity to increase their computer skills, and at the same time to reinforce the academic readiness and social skills, preparing them for a successful future. For more information, email at bob.gits@gitssmart.com or call 952.898.5880.

Spanish
Preschool age children and older can learn Spanish with Sarah Steil. Spanish lessons are available to Kindergarten students as a part of their curriculum.

Dance
Children’s Discovery is proud to offer dance lessons to its students! Happy Feet Dance Company brings its upbeat and popular program to us once a week during your child’s free time. This high-energy program is designed to give your child professional dance lessons without the hassle of nights and weekends spent away from home and driving back and forth from a dance studio. Dance classes are offered to all students that are 3 to 6 years of age. The program includes tap, jazz, ballet, rhythm and movement instruction. We will work on coordination, balance, beginning dance technique and so much more! Classes are focused on boosting self-esteem and having tons of fun! There are 2 exciting recitals: one during the holidays in December, and the year-end in May with our Annual Spring Recital held at Little Canada Elementary School. This exciting show features dazzling costumes and props, and it is the highlight of the dance year!

Happy Feet Dance Company Owner and Instructor, Jenny Hansell, has been with Children’s Discovery for 3 years. Jenny also has 12 years of teaching experience and 20 years of dance training. She teaches classes across the north metro at various child care centers, elementary schools, and is the Dance Director for the cities of Vadnais Heights and St. Anthony. Please feel free to contact her with questions or for more information about the dance program at 763.784.4151.

Music
Beth Wiskus, MA, MT-BC, NMT is a Neurologic Music Therapist with SPECIAL MUSIC, Inc. She offers music classes for the trannie, toddler, preschool and pre-k classrooms. Each class runs for about 30 minutes and incorporates:

- Music and Movement
- Singing
- Song Writing
- Interactive Instrument Play

Beth is a Board Certified Music Therapist with her BA in Music Education from Concordia College in Moorhead, MN and her MA in Music Therapy from the University of MN. She also has her advanced training as a Neurologic Music Therapist. Beth has over 15 years of experience specializing in working with children with special needs ages 2-17. She has run music groups for daycares as well as early childhood sites for many years. Beth currently has two children attending Children's Discovery.

For more information, please contact Beth directly by email: specialmusic@usfamily.net or by phone: 612-251-8991.

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