About Morning Lessons
Philosophy
- Childhood is an important time, not something to be rushed through.
- The work of a child is play. Children learn through experiencing the world around them and navigating relationships with their peers.
- Nature is one of our biggest teachers and asks us to listen and respond with care.
Programs
Parent-Child classes allow children to explore more structured school-like settings with the support of their own caregiver.
Each class incorporates developmental, gross-motor movements, singing and story, as well as nature-based, hands-on projects.
For children ages 18 months and walking to 4 years.
About Ms. Rachel
Rachel Rubinstein is an educator and child-development expert. With experience teaching toddlers to teens, training teachers and developing curriculum, her priority now is her own two boys, Mason (4) and Walker (2).
Class Schedule
Spring classes will be announced in the new year
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Testimonials
Ms. Rachel’s Parent & Child classes were a delight for our little girl. The hands-on focus and whimsical additions where a lot of fun. She was really proud to show off her dyed cotton to her big brother! The classes included mud play, silk painting, nature crafting, story time and snacks. The Parent & Child classes also offered a great op
Ms. Rachel’s Parent & Child classes were a delight for our little girl. The hands-on focus and whimsical additions where a lot of fun. She was really proud to show off her dyed cotton to her big brother! The classes included mud play, silk painting, nature crafting, story time and snacks. The Parent & Child classes also offered a great opportunity to meet other local families and caregivers in a similar life stage. We definitely recommend these classes for kiddos that are preparing to enter preschool or as a supplementary activity for your budding student. You will have the chance to observe your child in play, learn a bit more about their interests and personality in a group setting sharing tools, collaborating or engaging in parallel play, but also have the lead and guidance of a teacher helping introduce new themes. Ms Rachel is warm, inviting and has a soothing voice that is encouraging to the little ones.
My son attended some of Rachel’s programs and I can’t speak highly enough of her grace and kindness as an educator. The programs were engaging, fun and educational. They felt easy to attend for both parents and children. We always looked forward to her classes.
My son is very reserved and takes time to warm up to people and new environment
My son attended some of Rachel’s programs and I can’t speak highly enough of her grace and kindness as an educator. The programs were engaging, fun and educational. They felt easy to attend for both parents and children. We always looked forward to her classes.
My son is very reserved and takes time to warm up to people and new environments. Rachel was graceful with his needs while still being attentive. She has a special way about her that makes kids feel comfortable, safe and heard.
We did the “nature class” with my son when he was two years old, and it was a perfect introduction for his first class type experience. Rachel is a gentle and engaged leader, for both parents and children. I would have signed my son up for the preschool program in a heartbeat if it had been available. Rachel’s teaching philosophy is intu
We did the “nature class” with my son when he was two years old, and it was a perfect introduction for his first class type experience. Rachel is a gentle and engaged leader, for both parents and children. I would have signed my son up for the preschool program in a heartbeat if it had been available. Rachel’s teaching philosophy is intuitive, logical and personal. Her students and their families will benefit from her expertise as they progress through any school system.
Let Nature be your teacher
William Wordsworth