Enrichment Classes Offered at NamasteKidz
LANGUAGE & MUSIC CLASS FOR BABIES & TODDLERS
AGES 12 Months - 5 Years
The benefits of music education are truly outstanding. Children who are enrolled in music classes for kids are more likely to excel in both the intellectual and social spheres. The rewards of music for children include the recognition of patterns, problem solving and abstract reasoning. Also, music education can improve a child’s capacity to learn math and science. Writing and literacy skills are another benefit, as are the ability to develop self-control and discipline. It is clear that music classes for babies, toddlers and kids of all ages can benefit children in many ways, helping them grow into self-assured adults.
NAMASTE BABIES ( Mommy & Me )
Ages 12 mths – 2.5 years | ( 40 minutes )
Introduction to Hindi thru music, songs, poems, kids yoga & meditation. Kids will learn Hindi thru listening to music, interactive role playing and story time. Each class focuses on a different theme while playing games and dancing to musical instruments. The goal is to excite and keep kids interested in learning Hindi. Class is taught in 80% Hindi but we do stop and explain in English. Books w/ Cd are provided for this class & worksheets for parents to reinforce what is learned in class. We encourage Mommies/Daddies to stay with child during the duration of class.
NAMASTE TODDLERS
Ages 2.5 years - 5 years | ( 40 minutes )
Introduction to Hindi thru music, songs, poems, kids yoga & meditation. Kids will learn Hindi thru listening to music, interactive role playing and story time. Each class focuses on a different theme while playing games and dancing to musical instruments. The goal is to excite and keep kids interested in learning Hindi. Class is taught in 80% Hindi but we do stop and explain in English. Books w/ Cd are provided for this class & worksheets for parents to reinforce what is learned in class. We prefer to transition your child to take the class with out mommy or daddy.
LANGUAGE - HINDI CLASSES
AGES 5 Years & UP
Hindi is written in the Devanagari script which is ranked as the most scientific writing system among the existing writing systems of the world. The Devanagari script is written from left to right and is a descendant of the Brahmi script which was well established in India before 500 B.C. Approximately six hundred million people speak Hindi, as either a first or second language. It is ranked among the five most widely spoken languages of the world. Along with English, it is the official language of India
NAMASTE SUNDAY SCHOOL(Optional) - 90 Minutes in Total -
Ages 6.5 & up
* Most Popular with Families
Beginners Hindi Kidz Class (50 mins)
Snack Break (10 mins )
India Immersion Class (30 mins)
NAMASTE HINDI KIDZ | Yrs 5 - 15
Namaste Hindi Kidz Beginning PART I ( 50 minutes )
Basic introduction to Conversational Hindi. Colors, Counting (1-10), body parts, home, fruits, vegetables and animals names will also be introduced. Class will introduce Hindi poems, games and Short stories. Counting Book w/ Cd will be provided. Homework with have simple worksheets, coloring exercises and various projects.
Namaste Hindi Kidz Beginning PART II ( 50 minutes )
Continuation of Beginning Hindi Part A, Conversational Hindi. Review Part A Hindi & focus on Opposites, Time and Weeks, Conversational Dialogue in Hindi( Role Play) . Class will introduce Hindi poems, games and Short stories. Class will end with a short story in Hindi. Opposites Book w/ Cd provided. Homework with have simple worksheets, coloring exercises and various projects.
Namaste Hindi Kidz Intermediate PART III ( 50 minutes )
Class will start with a review of Beginners Hindi. 33 Alphabets letter will be introduced. Vowels will be introduced and students will be able to read as well as write words with vowels. (except conjuncts) In Class conversational practice skills will be tested. Class will end with a short story in Hindi.
Namaste Hindi Kidz Intermediate PART IV ( 50 minutes )
An Emphasis is given on Grammar rules. Simple present, past and future tense is covered. Students are required to read at home and in class. Comprehension skills are developed and a continuation of writing skills.
Namaste Hindi Kidz Advanced PART V & VI ( 50 minutes )
Focus and continuation of Conversational Hindi and writing Devangri Script.
INDIA IMMERSION - CULTURE OF INDIA
AGES 12 Months - 5 Years
Introduction to India's geography, history, cuisine, art, culture, traditions, festivals, music and more. Homework will be given with worksheets and art and writing projects. (Can also be Part of NamasteKidz Sunday School - Class is followed by HIndiKidz Class total duration is 30 minutes) Each Semester classes offered will vary.
DANCE
AGES 2 Months & Up
Bollywood Hindi Film Dance
Boys & Girls Ages 5 up ( 50 min )
Taught by Experienced Dancer. The most popular form of Indian Dance associated with Bollywood Movies. Let your little ones enjoy Bollywood Music and learn simple, basic dance moves for fun! No experience is necessary for this class but a love for Hindi Music and Bollywood Dancing! Does your child want to dance like a Bollywood Star - this class is perfect for learning classic and modern dance moves from popular Hindi movies. By the end your child will have learned a a choreographed dance to a medley of Indian songs. Your child will perform in a end of the semester recital.
Bollywood/Bhangra Fusion Dance
Boys & Girls Ages 2 & up ( 30 min )
Taught by Experienced Dancer. Learn for fun, get a great workout to Bollywood/Bhangra music. Let your little ones get tired with dance moves from Bollywood! You kids will learn basic dance moves, have fun and enjoy popular Bollywood Hindi and Bhangra Music. This class is a beginners level introducing kids that love to dance the world of Bollywood. This class is a great aerobic workout for kids and helps them get expend their energy in a positive way
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