Piece by piece

Who knew working with something so tiny could be such big fun?

Join Staten Island’s own Ryan McGivern at the Staten Island Children’s Museum this month for a workshop on creating mosaics.

See the wonder on your child’s face as she learns how to create a bigger picture of patterns and shapes using small, colorful pieces and be inspired by the mosaic art from around the world.

Then — the best part of all — you can take the masterpiece home with you!

Up for Art Mosaics at the Staten Island Children’s Museum [1000 Richmond Terrace near Tyson Street in New Brighton, (718) 273-2060], Jan. 8, 9, 22 and 23 at 1, 2 and 3 pm. Museum admission $6. For info, visit www.statenislandkids.org.

Speakitaly NYC

SPEAKITALY NYC offers stimulating and entertaining lessons for children 0 to 16 years through a wide combination of activities based on the communicative approach anchored in the Common European Framework of Reference: active learning (group work, role plays, etc.) and practice exercises aimed to improve listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Kids will start speaking and using Italian in a very natural way.&nbsp; Small classes capped at 6 students to make sure each one gets the needed attention and facilitate learners' progress.&nbsp; Our method is driven by a didactic method that is the result of constant updates, professional certifications and more than 10 years of experience in working with non-native speakers from different native languages and levels of knowledge. Our aim is to develop a range of Italian language skills while improving accuracy that will enable the students and participants to interact without stress or feeling rushed. We want to help those in the community really embrace not only the true culture in Italy but the Italian culture within New York City&hellip; Who doesn&rsquo;t love what Italy represents in the kitchen, in history &amp; in the arts? Speakitaly wants to support multilingual families who want to learn a new language or pass along their ancestor&rsquo;s heritage and culture. Raffaella, the founder said: "We see language awareness and intercultural sensitivity as the milestones for an inclusive society. Italian, like all other languages, is an enrichment and a growth in every way. Vi aspettiamo!"

Atlantic Acting School

Looking for a fun and exciting theater program for kids and teens? Join us at the Atlantic. Our programs are intense, exciting and fun!

Advantage QuickStart Tennis

A proven teaching method, customized by age and ability for ages 3 and up. Special kid-sized racquets and playing area, plus slower-bouncing balls, make it fun from day one!