Storytime Classes for Toddlers in South Slope, NYC

8 upcoming · 2 local studios

South Slope's storytime listings currently run across two venues: South Slope Treasure Trunk Studio and Young Ethel's, with eight upcoming sessions in total. Treasure Trunk accounts for most of them, including a free drop-in storytime and Adventures in Storytelling for ages 3 to 7, priced at $45, alongside an after-school club variant. Young Ethel's hosts the Carroll Street Collective reading sessions, which list no age range or price. All upcoming sessions appear below; filter by age band to narrow the list.

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Wed, Sep 16 · 11:00 AM

South Slope Treasure Trunk Studio · South Slope

Join us in a world of wonder and imagination at our weekly community story time for little ones ages 0-4 and their grownups! This enchanting experience, led by our enthusiastic and engaging teaching artists/actors will be sure to captivate our youngest adventurers. We will introduce new favorites and familiar tales, and have some time for free play and connection in our cozy space.

Ages 4
CARROLL STREET COLLECTIVE (Reading)

CARROLL STREET COLLECTIVE (Reading)

Wed, Sep 16 · 6:00 PM

Young Ethel's · South Slope

CARROLL STREET COLLECTIVE (Reading) is a storytime session at Young Ethel's. It runs as a recurring drop-in.

Weekly
AFTER SCHOOL CLUB - Adventures in StorytellingFrom $60

AFTER SCHOOL CLUB - Adventures in Storytelling

Thu, Sep 17 · 3:00 PM

South Slope Treasure Trunk Studio · South Slope

In this exciting class students will have a chance to work with their peers to create a themed mini musical inspired by favorite stories and their imagination! Students will develop a script, work on ensemble skills, and learn choreography in an exciting, imaginative environment. This class will cultivate collaboration skills, and confidence in creativity. The session ends in a small showcase performance for their families. No reading or writing skills necessary. Looking for an engaging, convenient, safe, and creative option for your kiddo in the neighborhood with school pick up options? Seek no further, because Treasure Trunk has you covered! With options Monday through Friday, your child will be safely walked from their school (drop-off options also available, if preferred!) and welcomed into a world of imagination and dramatic play, led by our talented teaching artists who are both theatrical and childcare professionals. TIMING: All days run 3:00-5:00pm, with an optional extended day from 5:00-6:00pm Please Note: Students registered for Extended Day at Brooklyn Brainery will be walked to TT Prospect Heights (700 Washington Ave) for the 5-6pm portion of the day. OUTLINE OF THE DAY: Kiddos will be walked from their school to our studio, if optional school pick up has been purchased. We will then have a snack time followed by quiet coloring and homework help (if needed). Students will then dive into their focus for the day with our specialized and engaging theatrical class. From crafting their very own props and costume pieces in our Monday class, to learning beloved musical theater songs on Tuesdays, to bringing storybooks to life on Wednesdays, to creating their very own mini musical on Thursdays, to improvising new adventures each week on Fridays - there is something for every kiddo here at Treasure Trunk. With every curriculum and focus, our program fosters a love of self expression, connectivity and confidence. Whether your child is running for center stage or is a little bit shy in the spotlight, our teaching artists create an individualized approach for engaging every kiddo in a unique and authentic way. NOTE ON PICK UPS: Pick up is only available for students registering for the full session. For instance, you must be signed up for ALL or ALL REMAINING Monday classes (or any other day) to be eligible for pick up. Drop ins are not eligible for school pick up. You DO NOT need to be registered for all days Mon through Fri to receive pick up. Once registered, you will be contacted with forms to fill out regarding your child's pick up details. To arrange a pick up, your child must be registered at least one week in advance. Please let us know if you have any questions at all!

Ages 3–7
Adventures in StorytellingFrom $45

Adventures in Storytelling

Thu, Sep 17 · 3:30 PM

South Slope Treasure Trunk Studio · South Slope

Please register here for our one hour drop-off class. If you would like school pick-up options or extended day, please register for our AFTER SCHOOL CLUB instead. In this exciting class students will have a chance to work with their peers to create a themed mini musical inspired by favorite stories and their imagination! Students will develop a script, work on ensemble skills, and learn choreography in an exciting, imaginative environment. This class will cultivate collaboration skills, and confidence in creativity. The session ends in a small showcase performance for their families. No reading or writing skills necessary.

Ages 3–7
CARROLL STREET COLLECTIVE (Reading)

CARROLL STREET COLLECTIVE (Reading)

Wed, Sep 23 · 6:00 PM

Young Ethel's · South Slope

CARROLL STREET COLLECTIVE (Reading) is a storytime session at Young Ethel's. It runs as a recurring drop-in.

Weekly
CARROLL STREET COLLECTIVE (Reading)

CARROLL STREET COLLECTIVE (Reading)

Wed, Sep 30 · 6:00 PM

Young Ethel's · South Slope

CARROLL STREET COLLECTIVE (Reading) is a storytime session at Young Ethel's. It runs as a recurring drop-in.

Weekly
AFTER SCHOOL CLUB - Adventures in StorytellingFrom $1

AFTER SCHOOL CLUB - Adventures in Storytelling

Wed, Feb 3 · 3:00 PM

South Slope Treasure Trunk Studio · South Slope

In this exciting class students will have a chance to work with their peers to create a themed mini musical inspired by favorite stories and their imagination! Students will develop a script, work on ensemble skills, and learn choreography in an exciting, imaginative environment. This class will cultivate collaboration skills, and confidence in creativity. The session ends in a small showcase performance for their families. No reading or writing skills necessary. Looking for an engaging, convenient, safe, and creative option for your kiddo in the neighborhood with school pick up options? Seek no further, because Treasure Trunk has you covered! With options Monday through Friday, your child will be safely walked from their school (drop-off options also available, if preferred!) and welcomed into a world of imagination and dramatic play, led by our talented teaching artists who are both theatrical and childcare professionals. TIMING: All days run 3:00-5:00pm, with an optional extended day from 5:00-6:00pm Please Note: Students registered for Extended Day at Brooklyn Brainery will be walked to TT Prospect Heights (700 Washington Ave) for the 5-6pm portion of the day. OUTLINE OF THE DAY: Kiddos will be walked from their school to our studio, if optional school pick up has been purchased. We will then have a snack time followed by quiet coloring and homework help (if needed). Students will then dive into their focus for the day with our specialized and engaging theatrical class. From crafting their very own props and costume pieces in our Monday class, to learning beloved musical theater songs on Tuesdays, to bringing storybooks to life on Wednesdays, to creating their very own mini musical on Thursdays, to improvising new adventures each week on Fridays - there is something for every kiddo here at Treasure Trunk. With every curriculum and focus, our program fosters a love of self expression, connectivity and confidence. Whether your child is running for center stage or is a little bit shy in the spotlight, our teaching artists create an individualized approach for engaging every kiddo in a unique and authentic way. NOTE ON PICK UPS: Pick up is only available for students registering for the full session. For instance, you must be signed up for ALL or ALL REMAINING Monday classes (or any other day) to be eligible for pick up. Drop ins are not eligible for school pick up. You DO NOT need to be registered for all days Mon through Fri to receive pick up. Once registered, you will be contacted with forms to fill out regarding your child's pick up details. To arrange a pick up, your child must be registered at least one week in advance. Please let us know if you have any questions at all!

Ages 3–7
Adventures in StorytellingFrom $45

Adventures in Storytelling

Wed, Feb 3 · 3:30 PM

South Slope Treasure Trunk Studio · South Slope

Please register here for our one hour drop-off class. If you would like school pick-up options or extended day, please register for our AFTER SCHOOL CLUB instead. In this exciting class students will have a chance to work with their peers to create a themed mini musical inspired by favorite stories and their imagination! Students will develop a script, work on ensemble skills, and learn choreography in an exciting, imaginative environment. This class will cultivate collaboration skills, and confidence in creativity. The session ends in a small showcase performance for their families. No reading or writing skills necessary.

Ages 3–7

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Frequently asked

What ages are storytime sessions for in South Slope?

Most storytime sessions in South Slope run for ages infants through 5 years (most sessions are split by age band). Specific age bands are listed on each class page so you can filter by what fits your child.

How much do storytime sessions cost in South Slope?

Prices in South Slope range from almost always free — most sessions are run by NYC public libraries. Free events and drop-in pricing are flagged on each class card.

Do I need to register in advance for storytime sessions?

Most studio-run storytime sessions require advance registration through the studio's booking page. Library and city-park storytime programs are typically drop-in, though some popular sessions release a limited number of tickets in advance.

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