Early Childhood Programs
Early Childhood
Kids just want to have fun! The early childhood programs at the Dundee Township Park District provide a range of experiences for children ages birth-5 years old. Our programs include opportunities for children to learn through sports, music, art, technology, and cooperative social play. Our programs offer opportunities to engage in activities with their parents and other children their age as they learn about themselves and the world around them
The following classes help kids stay social and active while they work on independence and responsibility.
Summer Preschool 34120
Register your child for a fun filled summer of learning! Our Summer Preschool program enhances Social Emotional Growth, Cognitive Learning, and Physical Development. Our hands on educational activities allow for exploration and creativity. Whether your child is preparing for kindergarten, has had prior preschool experience, or this is their first exposure to a preschool setting, this program will prepare them for the next level of learning. Child must be toilet trained. No pull-ups please. No class the week of July 3 - July 7, 2023.
Kid Rock I with parent 24171
This interactive class has everyone on their feet! We all learn together while engaging in active, creative, music-based activities, while using rhythm instruments and movement props. All class procedures are designed to keep staff and students safe. Activities are age appropriate by class and include songs and rhymes, rhythm and coordination, fine and gross motor, imagination and sensory, listening and following directions skills. Sing, dance, play, learn and imagine with us! www.rockitkids.com CONTRACTUAL
Summertime Fun Camp 34104
Socialization and group activities such as art, dramatics, sing-alongs, science, and fun are all part of this exciting camp. Activities will be based on weekly themes and will be both indoors and outdoors. The camp will meet rain or shine. Children should bring a healthy snack and water bottle. Child must be potty trained, no pull-ups, please.
Summer Playtime 34107
Summer brings an opportunity to relax and enjoy some quality time with your little one. We will share songs, activities and stories about the natural world around us, as your child interacts with others. The instructor will serve as a guide. Sorry, no infants or older children.
Fun With Friends Camp 34113
Flutterby with a butterfly, pretend you are a cricket, hug a tree. Discover the world of nature through play, songs, stories, and movement. Follow the instructor as she leads you through activities designed to look at nature through the eyes of your child. Parent involvement optional. Sorry, no infants or older children.
Ooey Gooey Fun 34115
Do you love making slime? Then this class is for you! Slime, playdough, and "clean mud" are just a few of the soft, squishy concoctions we will be making and playing within this hands-on class. The children will help follow a recipe to create gooey mixtures out of everyday household ingredients. Math and science concepts will be incorporated as we count and measure ingredients and watch one form of matter transform into another. Please wear clothes that can get messy.
Tunes for Tots- Let's Play 34130
Weekly activities will focus on many areas of child development. Children will sing songs, listen to stories, and use social, independent and self-care skills. All activities will help develop small muscle control, body awareness, vocabulary, following directions, cause and effect, patience, sharing, and taking turns. Children will explore several activities using different types of art materials, dancing, singing and playing with different music instruments. Parents will gain an opportunity to interact with their children away from home and also learn strategies to help their child learn. CONTRACTUAL
Strider™ Camp 34131
STRIDER™ Camp uses no-pedal balance bikes to teach kids of all abilities how to ride on two wheels. The curriculum is built around learning, fun, socialization, and instruction intended to ignite a passion for riding. The goal of the course is to help children have the balance and bike handling skills to ride on two wheels and never need training wheels! Please bring a helmet and water bottle to each class. This class will meet outdoors in the west parking lot.
Tot Rock 34170
This interactive class has everyone on their feet! We all learn together while engaging in active, creative music-based activities, while using rhythm instruments and movement props. All class procedures are designed to keep staff and students safe. Activities are age appropriate by class and include songs and rhymes, rhythm and coordination, fine and gross motor, imagination and sensory, listening and following directions skills. Sing, dance, play, learn, and imagine with us! www.rockitkids.com CONTRACTUAL
Kid Rock I 34171
This interactive class has everyone on their feet! We all learn together while engaging in active, creative music-based activities, while using rhythm instruments and movement props. All class procedures are designed to keep staff and students safe. Activities are age appropriate by class and include songs and rhymes, rhythm and coordination, fine and gross motor, imagination and sensory, listening and following directions skills. Sing, dance, play, learn, and imagine with us! www.rockitkids.com CONTRACTUAL
Fourth of July Cookies 'n Crafts 34198
Join us for a class to celebrate America's birthday! We will start our time together making some great red, white, and blue crafts for the holiday. After crafting, we will be decorating some cookies using lots of patriotic colors! We will wrap up the evening enjoying our cookies while listening to Fourth of July stories.
Father's Day Craft Class 34199
Kids, do you want to surprise that special person with a great gift for Father's Day? Join us during this one-time class to make a keepsake present that they are sure to love. When we finish our gift, we will wrap them and create a one-of-a kind card!
Kid Rock II without parent 24172
This interactive class has everyone on their feet! We all learn together while engaging in active, creative, music-based activities, while using rhythm instruments and movement props. All class procedures are designed to keep staff and students safe. Activities are age appropriate by class and include songs and rhymes, rhythm and coordination, fine and gross motor, imagination and sensory, listening and following directions skills. Sing, dance, play, learn and imagine with us! www.rockitkids.com CONTRACTUAL
Kid Rock II 34172
This interactive class has everyone on their feet! We all learn together while engaging in active, creative music-based activities, while using rhythm instruments and movement props. All class procedures are designed to keep staff and students safe. Activities are age appropriate by class and include songs and rhymes, rhythm and coordination, fine and gross motor, imagination and sensory, listening and following directions skills. Sing, dance, play, learn, and imagine with us! www.rockitkids.com CONTRACTUAL
Family Music for Toddlers 34245
Cultivate your child's musical development through songs, rhythm and tonal patterns, drumming, poetry, movement activities, listening games and instruments! Songs and dances explore the seasons and nature, reminding children that music is all around us! CONTRACTUAL
Sports
The Dundee Township Park District offers a variety of sports for youth ages 2-17 years old. Our sports programs are ideal for beginners and those with advanced skills.
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April 1, 2023
Your Summer Camp Adventure Awaits
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March 1, 2023
Rakow Center Locker Room Renovation Project
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December 22, 2022
Zoo Membership Special
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December 17, 2022
Come and explore our classrooms on January 10-12
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December 2, 2022
Get ready to run! Frozen Oaks 5K | February 4
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September 22, 2022
Sat Live! Every 1st & 3rd Saturday from October-March
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August 26, 2021
Give a unique gift of animal sponsorship for any occasion.
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December 4, 2020
Bond refinance saves Dundee Township Park District more than $1.8 million
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April 15, 2019
Dundee Township Park District awarded for excellence in financial reporting
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June 3, 2023
Sleepy Hollow Pool Opening Day
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June 7, 2023
Wonderful Wednesdays
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June 10, 2023
Yoga in the Park - Randall Oaks Park
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June 10, 2023
Crosstown Classic
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June 13, 2023
Family Fun Nights in the Park - June
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June 16, 2023
Concerts in the Park - The Stingrays
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June 17, 2023
Yoga in the Park - Sleepy Hollow Pool
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June 18, 2023
Father's Day at the Zoo
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June 18, 2023
Father's Day at the Pool
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June 21, 2023
Wonderful Wednesdays
