Sarah Cummins

Story Time - Pudsey's Great Fundraiser
2022-11-15 09:30 - 11:00 (Europe/London) | Kith + Kin Studio, 33 High Street, Wetherby, Leeds, LS22 6LR, United Kingdom
Pudsey’s day of fundraising is not going as smoothly as usual. Everything he tried seemed to end in disaster but Pudsey was determined to come up with his best idea ever to raise money for Children in Need.
Pudsey’s positive attitude and kindness might just help him to stumble across his best idea yet.
Then explore the delicious lemony scented Pudsey Bear dough and cutters or make your very own Pudsey headband to wear. You could explore the Pudsey Bear sensory rice or create your own Pudsey Bear face using collage.
So, come and join all the fun and develop your early skills. We are looking forward to welcoming you.

Story Time - Ava's Poppy
2022-11-08 09:30 - 11:00
Ava is delighted when she discovers a brilliant red poppy in the middle of her yard.
She sits with the little flower in the sunny days of summer and shields it from the rain, until one day the petals start to drop and the tiny flower fades away. But when spring comes again . . . Ava is surprised anew.
This is a lovely story, written by Marcus Pfister, the author of The Rainbow Fish. It is perfect even for very young children to prompt discussions about the poppy as a symbol.
Then print a poppy of your own, or try your hand at creating your own poppy. Sensory rice will be on offer to help develop fine motor skills, as will the dough. There will also be collage and small world activities, all with a poopy theme.
So, come and join all the fun.

Story Time - Bonfire Night
2022-11-01 09:30 - 11:00
Come and sit around the camp fire with us and enjoy this week’s story.
It’s Bonfire Night and there is excitement is in the air. The box that arrived weeks before can finally be opened and a night of family fun is about to begin.
This is a simple, rhyming story about a family celebrating the joy of Bonfire Night together.

Then play in our Bonfire Night small world area or explore printing to make your own firework display, or make your own Bonfire Night collage.
There will be bonfire themed songs and rhymes to sing and sensory play to explore.
So, come and join the fun.

Halloween Party
2022-10-29 10:00 - 16:00
Come and join us for a fun filled 2hrs of games, treats, crafts, songs, stories & much more.
We encourage you to dress up and join us for our Halloween party.
We have two times available – 11am and 2pm
£10 per family tkt – includes admission for up to two adults and two children

Story Time - We are going on a Pumpkin Hunt
2022-10-25 09:30 - 11:00
We’re going on a pumpkin hunt. We’re going to find a big one. What a beautiful night! We’re not scared.
Come and join all the fun of the pumpkin hunt. Just watch out for the sticky spider’s webs, flapping bats and lots of other spooky surprises.
Then explore the pumpkin spiced scented dough and use it to mould your own pumpkin, develop motor skills and co-ordination by having a go at pumpkin hammering.
There will also be pumpkins to print and pumpkins to find and match on your own pumpkin hunt around the studio.
We are looking forward to seeing you.

Story Time - The Leaf Thief
2022-10-18 09:30 - 11:00
This is a brilliantly funny story of the seasons, written by Alice Hemming and illustrated by Nicola Slater.
Squirrel is so cross. Yesterday there were loads of beautiful leaves on his tree, but today? Today some are missing and Squirrel is convinced that someone has stolen them… there’s a leaf thief on the loose!
Afterwards enjoy the rich colours of autumn and explore our sensory woodland or develop finger strength and motor skill by using our autumn dough and natural leaf themed mark makers or make your own beautifully coloured leaf using colour and water to diffuse it.
So come and join us for a fun, busy morning.

Story Time - This Zoo is not for you
2022-10-11 09:30 - 11:00
It is interview day at the zoo, and the animals have set high standards for any creature wishing to join their establishment.
Then a platypus arrives at their gate. Gentle humour, rhyming text and fabulous illustrations combine to create this wonderful picture book, which highlights the importance of being open, friendly and welcoming to all.
This award-winning story is told in rhyming couplets and has beautifully, expressive illustrations. It is a pleasure to read and for everyone to enjoy.
Afterwards there will be a small world zoo to explore, animals to make and animal matching and sorting activities to undertake. So come and join the fun.

Story Time - Owl Babies
2022-10-04 09:30 - 11:00
On a tree in the woods, three baby owls, Sarah and Percy and Bill, sit and think and wait for their Owl Mother to come home.
This is a charming and reassuring tale, that has been loved by families for over twenty years.
Come and help build a nest for one of the owls to have a nap in or use collage materials to create an owl of your own or use the owls to make a number line.
Alternatively, you could use puppets and story spoons to make your own stories about owls.
We are really looking forward to seeing you.

Story Time - Rowan the Red Squirrel
2022-09-27 09:30 - 11:00
Deep in the woods, in a crooked old tree, lived two little squirrels, with Mum, who made three. Hazel was brave- a flash and a flurry, while Rowan was shy and tended to worry.
This is a lovely rhyming tale set in the Highlands of Scotland.
Afterwards explore simple paint techniques to create your own squirrel, develop fine motor control skills using acorns and undertake early counting activities.
We look forward to welcoming you.

Crèche
2022-09-24 09:28 - 2023-10-01 09:28
Our 2 hour drop-off crèche is for parents who need a little time to themselves; a hair cut, work call, gym session or just a coffee with friends…
Our highly qualified early years experts will engage your child with age appropriate activities focusing on learning through play. ​
Your little one will have an opportunity to experience activities such as, music, story time, climbing, and free-play.
18mths – 6 years

Story Time - The Very Helpful Hedgehog
2022-09-20 09:30 - 11:00
The Very Helpful Hedgehog is a gentle read, that is perfect for an autumn day.
Isaac is a hedgehog who has only ever been alone. One day, an apple falls from a tree and sticks on his back. The more he tries to get it off, the more it gets stuck. Without any friends to help him, what will he do?
Come and explore the hedgehog’s habitat and develop use of the vocabulary associated with autumn. Make a hedgehog using dough and pasta. Practise early counting skills and fine motor skills in a fun and engaging way.
We look forward to seeing you

Story Time - We are going on a Leaf Hunt
2022-09-13 09:30 - 11:00
There are lots of beautiful autumn leaves to find!
Three friends have a big adventure hiking over a mountain and through a forest to collect leaves of all kinds and colours. What will they do with all their leaves at the end of the story? Jump and play in them, of course!
This story has an easy rhyming text and fun sound effects, children will delight in this fun autumn tale. Afterwards there will be motor skills activities, along with, early number work, the opportunity further explore the story through small world play.
Come and join us.

Story Time - Little Owl's First Day
2022-09-06 09:30 - 11:00
It’s a big day for Little Owl. His first day at school. Little Owl doesn’t want a big day though. He’d rather stay at home and have fun with Mummy and Baby Owl.

But at school he gets to build a rocket, learn to fly and even makes a tiny new friend. Maybe big days spent with friends can be lots of fun after all!
This is a gentle and comforting tale about new beginnings, perfect for anyone starting school or nursery.
Come and explore the theme of owls, make your own pine cone owl, find out more about owl habitats and develop fine motor control skills.
We look forward to seeing you.

Story Time - Pirates Love Underpants
2022-08-22 09:30 - 11:00
Ahoy shipmates, this week our story is Pirates Love Underpants.
These pirates SO love underpants, they are on a special quest to find the fabled Pants of Gold, for the Captain’s treasure chest. Come and join us and find out if they are successful.
Come and explore the small world pirates and their pirate ship, play Popping Pirates. Have fun decorating your own pirate underpants to take home and develop your sensory skills in the pirate themed dough area.

Story Time - The Rainbow Fish
2022-08-15 09:30 - 11:00
The Rainbow Fish is the story of a beautiful, colorful, and shiny fish with metallic scales that lives in the sea.
Rainbow Fish loves his scales so much; he does not want to share them when asked by a blue fish. The blue fish is so hurt by Rainbow’s Fishes’ refusal to share that he no longer wants to be around him. All the other fish in the sea ignore him after this and he does not understand why.
Join us as we explore what Rainbow Fish does and how he becomes the happiest fish in the sea.
This beautiful text explore the idea of sharing and the relationship between sharing and happiness.

Montessori sessions for young children
2022-08-02 09:30 - 2022-08-30 15:00
These 2hr drop off sessions are suitable for young children aged between 2.5yrs and 6yrs.
Are you looking to support your child in their transition into school or are you wanting to utilise the summer period to help your child continue their develop in independence whilst also maintaining their passion for learning?
Is your child already at school & struggling with an area of development and would benefit from some focused sessions?
Our Montessori sessions are a perfect opportunity to support your child’s development and promote their independence whilst having fun in our beautifully prepared environment. They will also share their experience with peers and build their social development.
We have a range of appropriate Montessori materials to engage your child in activities that build their confidence, focus & concentration, hand & eye coordination, language development, motor skills and critical & creative thinking. Our Montessori and Early Years experts will be on hand to guide your child.
Please make sure you are booking the right time and date!

Story Time - Cannonball Coralie and the Lion
2022-08-01 09:30 - 11:00
Roll up, roll up, we are going to the circus in this week’s Story Time.
Coralie longs to join the circus – but the Man in the Big Hat says her tricks just aren’t good enough. With the help of her new friend, Lion, Coralie realises she’s perfect just the way she is.
This is a heart-warming story about the friendship between a girl and a lion and this quirky picture book celebrates daring to be different and the importance of standing up for yourself.
There will be clown biscuits to decorate, a small world circus to explore, popcorn sensory play and circus tricks to learn, so come along and join the fun.

Story Time - Superworm
2022-07-25 09:30 - 2022-07-26 11:00
Superworm is a hero with a difference.
Super-long and super-strong, he’s always on hand to help out all the other animals and insects – whether he’s saving baby toad from an accident or rescuing beetle from falling down a well, but when the wicked Wizard Lizard hears about Superworm’s popularity, he sends his grim servant crow to kidnap Superworm.
Come and listen to this lively, fun text and find out what happens to our brave hero, Superworm. There will be minibeasts to investigate, ‘wiggly worms’ to collect and compare the lengths of, as well as a range of other activities to develop fine motor skills, counting, pattern making and creativity.
So, wriggle over and join us.

Story Time - Goldilocks and the Three Bears
2022-07-18 09:30 - 2022-07-19 11:00
This week we are going to be sharing the well-loved traditional tale, Goldilocks and the Three Bears.
Join us and follow Goldilocks into the house of the three bears, and see what happens when they come home and find her!
This is a story full of rich language, that children can easily join in with. There will be opportunities to explore the story further through puppets and role play, as well as developing the language and understanding of size and capacity.
There will be plenty of porridge to play with in our three bears sensory play tub as well as hard and soft objects to sort.
We are looking forward to seeing you.

Story Time - Rosie's Walk
2022-07-11 09:30 - 2022-07-12 11:00
This week we are going to enjoy reading the story, Rosie’s Walk. This classic picture book takes us on a journey around the farmyard.
Rosie the hen is going for a walk, but she’d better watch out, there’s a very sneaky fox hot on her tail feathers!
Find out what happens to Rosie and the not so cunning fox. There will be imaginative play activities to enjoy and hens to make, along with the opportunity to develop accurate use of positional language.
We are looking forward to seeing you

Story Time - Elmer
2022-07-04 09:30 - 2022-07-05 11:00
Elmer is different. Elmer is patchwork.
The grey elephants all love him, but he soon starts to wonder what it would be like to be just the same as them. So, he comes up with a plan to find out.
Come and join us, enjoy songs and rhymes as well as this beautiful book, with a clear message for children big and small, that it is ok to be different.
Our activities this week will have a colourful rainbow theme, there’s sensory play to get hands on with, matching and pattern making and creative play.

Story Time - We're going on a Bear Hunt
2022-06-27 09:30 - 2022-06-28 11:00
This week we are ‘Going on a Bear Hunt’.
Follow and join in the family’s excitement as they wade through the grass, splash through the river and squelch through the mud in search of a bear. What a surprise awaits them in the cave on the other side of the dark forest!
Come and help us bring the story to life, using actions and sound effects or make your own bear, peeping out of his cave. The repetitive text and beautiful illustrations make this the perfect book to share and read aloud, so come and join us but watch out for bears!

Story Time - Dear Zoo
2022-06-20 09:30 - 2022-06-21 11:00
What makes a good pet?
Listen to this week’s story and decide what you would choose. Will it be the fierce lion or the grumpy camel? Perhaps you have an idea of your own. Come and listen to Dear Zoo with us this week and explore the animal kingdom.
There will be animal themed rhymes and songs to sing, along with exploration of early maths concepts of size and shape.
We are looking forward to seeing you and we will make sure all the animals are well fed!

Story Time - The Gruffalo
2022-06-13 09:30 - 2022-06-14 11:00
When Mouse takes a stroll through the woods, he meets a fox, an owl, and a snake who all want to eat him! So, Mouse invents a Gruffalo, a monster with terrible tusks and terrible claws, terrible teeth, and terrible jaws. But will Mouse’s frightful description be enough to scare off his enemies? After all, there’s no such thing as a Gruffalo . . . is there?
Come with us and find out. Explore the deep, dark wood in our small world tuff spot and engage in creative play around the story using our story props. Alternatively, you could have a go at making your own Gruffalo or go on a Gruffalo hunt around the studio. We can’t wait to see you.

Story Time - Whatever Next
2022-06-06 09:30 - 2022-06-07 11:00
This week’s story is Whatever Next!
Baby Bear wants to go on one more adventure before bed – a quick trip to the moon. Mrs Bear isn’t pleased, and anyway, she says, Baby Bear doesn’t have a rocket. Luckily, there’s one under the stairs . . .
Come and join us as we head off with Baby Bear on a space adventure and explore what it’s like to land on the moon. There will be creative activities to enjoy and support the development of motor skills and early literacy.
We look forward to seeing you.

Story Time - The Queen's Knickers & The Queens's Hat
2022-05-30 09:30 - 2022-05-31 11:00
Calling all princes & princesses, come and join us for our jubilee celebrations. We have two wonderful, humorous stories about The Queen to share. Have you ever wondered if The Queen wears matching knickers under her lovely outfits? Or what happens if The Queen’s hat blows off? Come and join us and find out.
We will have sensory play activities to share, crowns fit for a Queen to make and small world play to enjoy. So put on your red, white and blue outfit and join us.

Story Time - The Tiger Who Came To Tea
2022-05-23 09:30 - 2022-05-24 11:00
Are you feeling brave enough to have tea with a tiger? If so, come and join us for a morning of fun activities based around the classic story, The Tiger who came to Tea. There will be sensory and imaginative play activities to enjoy as well as the opportunity to say hello to Sophie and her tiger!

Story Time - Jaspers Beanstalk
2022-05-16 09:30 - 2022-05-17 11:00
Our next story is the charming tale, Jasper’s Beanstalk. Come and share it with us and learn about the cycles of nature and how things grow, including giant beanstalks. In this story Jasper learns the very important lesson that everything comes to he or she who waits.
Alongside the story, all our activities will have a growing theme, with the opportunity to plant your own seeds to take home at the end of the session.
We are really looking forward to seeing you.

Story Time - The Three Little Pigs
2022-05-09 09:30 - 2022-05-10 11:00
It’s time for a traditional tale this week. Three little pigs set off to build themselves brand new homes. But someone BIG and BAD soon comes looking for a tasty piggy snack…
Can the pigs outwit the Wicked Wolf?
Join us to find out and explore this well-loved tale. There will be sensory play activities, building materials to explore, rhymes to learn and songs to sing, along with small world resources to develop the language skills with and fun motor skills activities.
So come and help those little pigs buid a wolf-proof home.
We are looking forward to seeing you.

Story Time - Handa's Surprise
2022-05-03 09:30 - 11:00
Handa decides to take seven pieces of delicious fruit to her friend Akeyo, who lives in the neighbouring village but a series of sneaky animals have other ideas. In the end both Handa and Akeyo have a big surprise!
Come and explore the different animals in the story and find out more about the tropic fruits Handa had in her basket. There will be activities to support children’s developing listening and language skills, along with opportunities for investigation and exploration all with a fruity theme.
We look forward to seeing you.
