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    curiosity crew camp

    Ages: 3-4 Years + Caregiver

    Tues–Thurs · 2:30–4pm 

    Curiosity Crew is a playful 3-day camp for toddlers built around a weekly theme, where sensory play, messy art, and hands-on exploration spark curiosity, creativity, and joyful discovery.

    Register here
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    Story sprouts camp

    Grades: K4-1st (Drop-off!)

    Tues–Thurs · 12-2pm 

    Story Sprouts is a creative 3-day drop-off camp for K4-1st grade kiddos where storytelling, imagination, and hands-on projects come together to build confidence, independence, and new friendships.

    Register here
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    BABYSITTER ACADEMY

    Grades: 5th-8th

    Mon · 1:30-3:30pm

    Care Co. Babysitter Academy is a 4-week program for middle schoolers. Over the course of the program, students will build real-world babysitting skills through expert guidance, practice, and leadership development.

    Register here
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    Baby & Me Stroller Walks

    Ages: 12 months & under

    Mon · 9-10am

    Baby & Me Stroller Walks are a FREE weekly gathering for parents with babies under one. Grab a drink, head out for a stroller walk, and connect with other caregivers. Rainy day? We’ll cozy up inside for circle time.

    Sign up here
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    Little learners Explorers classes

    Ages: 1-3 years + Caregiver

    Tues · 9-10:30am

    Little Learners Explorers is our signature play-based class for toddlers with some special summer twists. Storytime, parachute play, sensory and craft stations, and plenty of time to play, connect, and build routines together.

    Register here
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    Little learners classes

    Ages: 2-12 years

    All Summer Long!

    Our Little Joy Summer Program is back again! Keep the magic of reading alive all summer long. Children track their reading minutes, celebrate milestones with prizes from local businesses, and join special events across the village.

    Sign up here

Browse the Summer Guide

Flip thru the Summer Programming Guide to learn more about our summer offerings, educators and approach to learning.

MEET OUR EDUCATORS

  • KRISTIN HEACOX

    Director of Education

    Kristin has been leading classes at Little Village for the past three years, where she launched and continues to lead our Little Learners Toddler Classes and Baby & Me program.

    Prior to joining Little Village, she spent 12 years teaching 4K at a private school in Whitefish Bay.

    Kristin earned her degree in education from the University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee, with a focus on early childhood education.

  • JENNI SHINE

    Director of Programming

    Jenni joined the Little Village team in Summer of 2025. She launched and leads our Summer Reading Program and teaches our Early Readers Preschool Classes.

    She has a rich background of over 10 years teaching abroad.

    Jenni brings a thoughtful, engaging approach to early childhood learning, creating experiences that spark curiosity and build confidence.

  • Gabby Visser

    Lead Teacher

  • Zoë StrozierBey

    Lead Teacher

  • Amaiah Buck

    Teaching Assistant

  • Natalia byrne

    Teaching assistant

OUR APPROACH

To Summer programming

At Little Village, we design summer with intention; creating experiences that go beyond filling time and instead build confidence, creativity, and connection.

Through hands-on play, storytelling, and meaningful social moments, children are encouraged to explore, take the lead, and discover where they belong.

Our programs are rooted in kindness, curiosity, and community, supporting both independence in kids and a little breathing room for parents.

It’s the kind of summer that sticks with them long after it’s over.

Browse the 202Summer Calender

FAQs

What ages are your summer programs designed for?

Our summer programs are designed for birth - 13 years old.

Each camp and class is designed with age-appropriate activities so every child feels engaged and supported.
Are snacks or meals provided?

All camps include snacks or lunch. Please notify us of any food allergies or dietary restrictions when registering. No outside food or beverage is permitted.
What if my child has never done something like this before?

That’s completely okay! Our camps are designed to be welcoming and accessible to children of all experience levels. Whether your child is naturally outgoing or a little shy at first, our team helps every camper feel comfortable and included.
Who can I contact if I have questions?

We’re always happy to help! If you have questions about camps, registration, or your child’s experience, please reach out to our team. You can call 414-477-2188 or email learn@thelittlevillageplaycafe.com

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