happy trails playgroup

Happy Trails make for happy kids!

Our playgroup is community-based drop-in program – no pre-registration is necessary – and as always it is completely free! Playgroup is designed for children zero to three, and siblings up to five years old are welcomed to join as well! 
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​Happy Trails curriculum consists of many learning experiences for children birth to five. Play IS the work of young children, so we provide as many opportunities for play as possible.  Play improves the cognitive, physical, social, and emotional well-being of children (and adults!) We also allow space for children to explore art materials, in a developmentally appropriate manner.  We create the space for children to explore the materials and experiment.  Nothing is “too messy”!

Meet our playgroup facilitator!

Danielle is an early childhood specialist at GTAFRC with 25 years experience working in the early childhood field, teaching, directing, supporting and developing quality programming for young children. Danielle is a trauma-informed educator that helps families integrate mindfulness, education and guides families in building their protective factors. She facilitates monthly Parent Cafe's that engage parents and caregivers in meaningful conversations about strengthening their own families.
Danielle received her Master's degree in education from Antioch New England and recently completed the coursework for the Enhanced Care Coordinator Program through UNH which includes CRSW, Child and Family Systems: The Impact of Trauma and Substance Misuse. She resides in an old farmhouse in Sanbornton, NH with her husband, two teenagers and pets.

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