In the magical land of Illinois, where skyscrapers touch the clouds and cornfields stretch as far as the eye can see, there lived a group of extraordinary kids. These were not your average, run-of-the-mill, garden variety children. Oh, no! These girls and boys were the Sensory Play Squad, and they knew how to have fun! Led by their fearless leader, Splatter Sparkle Pop, a cool imaginary character who wore rainbow roller skates and had bubble gum for hair, they embarked on wild adventures. Splatter had the most extraordinary superpower - whatever he touched turned into an exciting sensory playground. Cornfields became crunchy popcorn pits, and skyscrapers turned into giant Lego towers! The Sensory Play Squad kids were experts at squishing and squashing, swirling and twirling. They could make a musical symphony from a pile of jelly, create a painting with just their feet, or build a castle out of spaghetti! They loved the feel of cool, squelchy mud between their toes, the tickle of feathers on their cheeks, and the pop of bubble wrap under their fingers. Their laughter filled the air, and their smiles were as wide as the Mississippi River that flowed beside their beautiful state. Every day was filled with new textures, sounds, sights, and smells, all enhancing their learning and spreading uncontainable joy. Squishy sponges, clattering cans, twinkling lights, and fragrant flowers. These sensory superstars knew that there's no better way to learn about the world than to dive in and experience it headfirst - whether it's a pile of leaves or a mountain of whipped cream! And so, in their cool, touching, and tasty ways, the Sensory Play Squad turned Illinois into the funniest, most giggly place to be. No kid could resist the charm of the Sensory Play Squad!
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What began in a humble New York City apartment with just a single student, Spark, has since blossomed into an enriching program impacting thousands of children. Our unique educational approach combines the elements of art, yoga, meditation, and nature to create a holistic learning environment. This distinctive blend is what sets Spark apart, allowing us to reach and inspire a multitude of children in truly meaningful ways. With an array of offerings to accommodate various schedules and needs, Spark has something for everyone. Our services extend beyond the standard after school and weekend classes to include holiday and summer camps, birthday parties, portfolio preparation, private classes, and custom pods. We also welcome homeschool groups and are thrilled to announce the recent addition of a forest school program to our repertoire. You can find Spark on-site in various schools and at our main studio located in the Upper West Side. But we're not stopping there - we're also planning to expand to the Upper East Side and Brooklyn. For our families in Pennsylvania, we run the program from our family studio there. And if you're not in close proximity to any of our locations, don't worry. We offer in-home instruction and virtual options to ensure that Spark can reach you, no matter where you are. We invite you to explore all the ways you can experience Spark and look forward to helping bring our program to you.
Wendy and DB have joined forces to create an exciting new music experience for kids and families. Through Wendy & DB, children can learn about the fundamentals of music and how to create and play their own tunes. Their program is designed to be engaging and fun, allowing kids to express themselves through music. Wendy Morgan and Darryl Boggs have combined their talents to bring music education to the community. Wendy began her journey with a music program at the Wilmette Park District, teaching and playing music with children. This program eventually developed into a live music show for the whole community to enjoy. Darryl has taught music in both private and public schools, and has a special passion for creating songs for primary school students. The duo now offers a unique musical experience for kids and families. Wendy and DB provide instruction in the fundamentals of music, allowing children to learn and explore music-making. Their engaging and enjoyable program encourages children to express themselves musically. Wendy and DB offer a special opportunity for children to learn and grow through music.