Preschool programming
Here is a quick overview of the free preschool programming offered by our Early Childhood Unit. You will find all of the details you need to register for these programs in our Kinder Links newsletters.
Weekly Programs (no fee but registration required)
Baby Bumblebees (birth to crawling)
Introduce your baby to the joy of songs, rhymes and finger plays in this hour-long program.
Itsy Bitsy Yoga (crawling to 21 months)
A fun-loving, supportive yoga practice filled with proven techniques to playfully teach toddlers yoga postures.
Gift of Words (walking to 36 months)
This hour-long, dynamic program for parents and toddlers features high-energy rhymes, singing, book sharing and puppets.
Jack Be Nimble (choose from sections for ages 2 to 3 or 3 to 5)
This interactive session for parents and children is jam-packed with ideas for keeping the whole family fit, active and full of energy.
Once Upon a Rhyme (2 ½ to 5)
This is an exciting program featuring an interactive group story experience, rhyme time and a book-sharing circle.
Purple Stew (3 to 5)
A tasty new early learning program, Purple Stew focuses on themes of healthy eating and nutrition through lively songs, rhymes, books, crafts and activities.
1, 2, Buckle My Shoe (3 to 5)
Families will enjoy songs, books, games and activities focusing on counting and early math.
All Aboard the Friend Ship (4-5)
Participants will have fun learning about being a good friend, taking turns, understanding and managing their emotions and developing problem-solving skills.
Night Owls (birth to 5)
Parents and children will have a “hoot” participating in this evening program where they will enjoy quality time together playing with toys, reading books, singing and creating art.
Single-session Programs (no fee but registration required)
Star Light, Star Bright (2 to 5)
This is an evening pyjama party for the whole family.
Mr. Golden Sun Beach Party (2 to 5)
Bring the whole family to a beach party without the sand!
Pirate and Princess Tea Party (2 to 5)
Families will have the opportunity to go on a treasure hunt, play games, make crafts, read some great books and have fun meeting other families in their community.
Nursery Notes (3 to 5)
This is a fun, interactive session for parents and kids with members from the Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra.
Hey Diddle Diddle - Books, Rhymes and Riddles (2 to 5)
This program celebrates nursery rhymes and storybooks. Participants will make homemade books, participate in story-telling activities, and play games inspired by their favourite storybooks and nursery rhymes. A special puppet show wraps up the evening.
Shake, Rattle and Rhyme (2-5)
This is a musically-inspired event. Participants have the opportunity to play musical instruments, make homemade instruments and will end the evening with a marching band and sing-along.
Oodles of Doodles (2-5)
During this art extravaganza, participants are sure to enjoy finger painting, making chalk drawings, creating interesting collages, crafting with play dough and more! The evening winds up with an interactive story and sing-along.
Literacy Links Family Picnic
Families are invited to bring a picnic supper and enjoy special activities such as face painting, parachute rhyme time, and bingo.
Drop-in Programs (no fee and no registration required)
Stay & Play programs are being offered out of many of our early years schools. Join other families in the neighbourhood once a week for an informal morning or afternoon of singing, playing, crafting and reading. Check Kinder Links to find out where Stay & Play programs are offered.