In-person S.T.E.A.M. play experiences for ages 1–5
Events and classes designed for toddlers, preschoolers, and caregivers. Built around exploration, connection, and simple, meaningful play.
Each experience gives children a chance to explore alongside peers in a calm, supportive environment. Caregivers get to step out of the pressure of planning, leading, and constantly creating activities and just be present in the moment with their child.
Upcoming Events
Play Lab | Cheeky Monkeys Midtown Dallas
Join us for a free drop-in play experience featuring open-ended STEAM play invitations, including sensory play, building challenges, and creative exploration, designed especially for toddlers and preschoolers.
Explore at your own pace, meet other families, and get a sneak peek of our upcoming class series!
Best for ages 1-5. Caregivers must remain present and provide supervision.
STEAM Circle | Cheeky Monkeys Midtown Dallas
Join us for a 4 week STEAM play series for children ages 1-5 and their caregivers.
This is class 1 of 4.
Each week, children and caregivers will explore hands-on STEAM experiences through story time, sensory play, building, process art, movement, and simple science activities designed to spark curiosity, creativity, and confidence
Registration opens soon! Complete the form below to join the interest list.
STEAM Circle | Cheeky Monkeys Midtown Dallas
Join us for a 4 week STEAM play series for children ages 1-5 and their caregivers.
This is class 2 of 4.
Each week, children and caregivers will explore hands-on STEAM experiences through story time, sensory play, building, process art, movement, and simple science activities designed to spark curiosity, creativity, and confidence
STEAM Circle | Cheeky Monkeys Midtown Dallas
Join us for a 4 week STEAM play series for children ages 1-5 and their caregivers.
This is class 3 of 4.
Each week, children and caregivers will explore hands-on STEAM experiences through story time, sensory play, building, process art, movement, and simple science activities designed to spark curiosity, creativity, and confidence
STEAM Circle | Cheeky Monkeys Midtown Dallas
Join us for a 4 week STEAM play series for children ages 1-5 and their caregivers.
This is class 4 of 4.
Each week, children and caregivers will explore hands-on STEAM experiences through story time, sensory play, building, process art, movement, and simple science activities designed to spark curiosity, creativity, and confidence
Fate STEAM Circle
Topic - Little Scientists
sink, float, move, fizz, bubble, observe
This intimate, once-a-month S.T.E.A.M. experience (4 children max) is designed for toddlers and preschoolers (ages 1–5) and the caregivers who love them.
Each class is play-based, hands-on, and guided to support curiosity, creativity, and confidence without any prep, cleanup, or pressure for caregivers to “teach.”
This small-group circle is intentionally limited in size so each child receives individualized and personalized attention. This makes the learning richer, more meaningful, and more impactful for your child.
We follow our signature Read → Move → Build flow, a gentle, predictable rhythm that aligns with how young children naturally engage and learn:
Read: A short, engaging story sparks curiosity and introduces the topic.
Move: Movement activities help little ones regulate, transition, and connect to the topic through playful motion.
Build: Children explore the topic hands-on through building, experimenting, sensory play, or creative exploration. “Build” is about discovery and understanding, not getting it “right.”
Through this guided play approach, children develop early S.T.E.A.M. concept understanding, fine motor skills, problem-solving abilities, creativity, confidence, and resilience. The structure offers comfort and consistency while keeping activities flexible for different ages, abilities, and interests.
Caregivers get to relax, connect, and engage with their child in a meaningful way without planning, prepping, or managing the activities. All materials and guidance are provided, making the experience easy, enriching, and stress-free.
Each month introduces new materials and experiences in a space where children feel safe to explore and experiment.
Perfect for:
Toddlers & preschoolers (ages 1–5)
Caregivers who want intentional, meaningful play without academic pressure
Families looking for a calm, consistent monthly routine
Notes:
Classes take place in a dedicated home-based play space. Exact address shared after registration.
Classes require a minimum of 3 children to run. Families will be notified 24 hours in advance if the minimum isn’t met and offered a full refund or credit toward a future class.
Rowlett Block Party
A weekly, low-pressure play space for little ones (0–5) and their caregivers.
On Friday mornings, we transform the back patio at La Casita Coffee (Rowlett location) into a simple, joy-filled play space designed for open-ended exploration and connection.
Each week you’ll find:
• Open-ended block building stations
• A cozy reading area
• Music playing in the background
• Space to move, explore, create, and connect
Kids can build tall towers, knock them down, crawl between block stations, flip through books, or simply observe the world around them. Caregivers can sit nearby, join the play, or chat with other grown-ups while keeping an eye on their little ones.
It’s hands-on, screen-free, and intentionally simple.
Grab your coffee inside La Casita, then head to the back patio for an hour of meaningful play and community.
A quick note about registration:
Because this play space is packed up and set up fresh each week, events run based on advance registrations. Early tickets help make the play morning happen.
If the event is running, same-day drop-ins are welcome as space allows.
Perfect for:
• Babies, toddlers, and preschoolers (ages 0–5)
• Caregivers looking for connection and fun without structured class expectations
• Families who love open-ended, creative play
Rowlett Block Party
A weekly, low-pressure play space for little ones (0–5) and their caregivers.
On Friday mornings, we transform the back patio at La Casita Coffee (Rowlett location) into a simple, joy-filled play space designed for open-ended exploration and connection.
Each week you’ll find:
• Open-ended block building stations
• A cozy reading area
• Music playing in the background
• Space to move, explore, create, and connect
Kids can build tall towers, knock them down, crawl between block stations, flip through books, or simply observe the world around them. Caregivers can sit nearby, join the play, or chat with other grown-ups while keeping an eye on their little ones.
It’s hands-on, screen-free, and intentionally simple.
Grab your coffee inside La Casita, then head to the back patio for an hour of meaningful play and community.
A quick note about registration:
Because this play space is packed up and set up fresh each week, events run based on advance registrations. Early tickets help make the play morning happen.
If the event is running, same-day drop-ins are welcome as space allows.
Perfect for:
• Babies, toddlers, and preschoolers (ages 0–5)
• Caregivers looking for connection and fun without structured class expectations
• Families who love open-ended, creative play
Rowlett Block Party
A weekly, low-pressure play space for little ones (0–5) and their caregivers.
On Friday mornings, we transform the back patio at La Casita Coffee (Rowlett location) into a simple, joy-filled play space designed for open-ended exploration and connection.
Each week you’ll find:
• Open-ended block building stations
• A cozy reading area
• Music playing in the background
• Space to move, explore, create, and connect
Kids can build tall towers, knock them down, crawl between block stations, flip through books, or simply observe the world around them. Caregivers can sit nearby, join the play, or chat with other grown-ups while keeping an eye on their little ones.
It’s hands-on, screen-free, and intentionally simple.
Grab your coffee inside La Casita, then head to the back patio for an hour of meaningful play and community.
A quick note about registration:
Because this play space is packed up and set up fresh each week, events run based on advance registrations. Early tickets help make the play morning happen.
If the event is running, same-day drop-ins are welcome as space allows.
Perfect for:
• Babies, toddlers, and preschoolers (ages 0–5)
• Caregivers looking for connection and fun without structured class expectations
• Families who love open-ended, creative play
Fate STEAM Circle
This intimate, once-a-month S.T.E.A.M. experience (4 children max) is designed for toddlers and preschoolers (ages 1–5) and the caregivers who love them.
Each class is play-based, hands-on, and guided to support curiosity, creativity, and confidence without any prep, cleanup, or pressure for caregivers to “teach.”
This small-group circle is intentionally limited in size so each child receives individualized and personalized attention. This makes the learning richer, more meaningful, and more impactful for your child.
We follow our signature Read → Move → Build flow, a gentle, predictable rhythm that aligns with how young children naturally engage and learn:
Read: A short, engaging story sparks curiosity and introduces the topic.
Move: Movement activities help little ones regulate, transition, and connect to the topic through playful motion.
Build: Children explore the topic hands-on through building, experimenting, sensory play, or creative exploration. “Build” is about discovery and understanding, not getting it “right.”
Through this guided play approach, children develop early S.T.E.A.M. concept understanding, fine motor skills, problem-solving abilities, creativity, confidence, and resilience. The structure offers comfort and consistency while keeping activities flexible for different ages, abilities, and interests.
Caregivers get to relax, connect, and engage with their child in a meaningful way without planning, prepping, or managing the activities. All materials and guidance are provided, making the experience easy, enriching, and stress-free.
Each month introduces new materials and experiences in a space where children feel safe to explore and experiment.
Perfect for:
Toddlers & preschoolers (ages 1–5)
Caregivers who want intentional, meaningful play without academic pressure
Families looking for a calm, consistent monthly routine
When:
The first Monday of every month (unless announced otherwise). If the first Monday falls on a holiday, class will be held on the second Monday.
Where:
Fate, TX 75087. Classes take place in a dedicated home-based play space. Exact address shared after registration.
Note: Classes require a minimum of 3 children to run. Families will be notified 24 hours in advance if the minimum isn’t met and offered a full refund or credit toward a future class.
Farmers Branch STEAM Circle
This caregiver-and-me S.T.E.A.M. experience is designed to be play-based, simple, hands-on, and child-led within a gentle, predictable rhythm.
Each class follows our signature Read → Move → Build flow, which supports how young children naturally engage and learn:
Read: We begin with a short, engaging story to introduce a theme and spark curiosity.
Move: Next, we get bodies moving with a movement activity to help kids regulate, transition, and connect to the theme through motion.
Build: Finally, we do. This is where children explore the theme through a hands-on activity. This might look like building, experimenting, sensory play, or creative exploration. “Build” is about cementing understanding through action, not sitting still or getting it “right.”
Through a guided play approach, children naturally explore early S.T.E.A.M. concepts while working on fine motor skills, problem-solving abilities, creativity, and confidence. The structure provides comfort and consistency, while the activities remain flexible for different abilities, and interests.
Caregivers are present to support and connect, without the pressure to teach, plan, or manage. We guide the flow, prepare the environment, and meet each child where they are.
Each week builds on familiar rhythms while introducing new materials and experiences, helping children feel safe enough to explore, try, and experiment.
Perfect for:
Toddlers & preschoolers (ages 1-5)
Parents who want intentional play without academic pressure
Families looking for a calm, consistent weekly routine.
Farmers Branch STEAM Circle
This caregiver-and-me S.T.E.A.M. experience is designed to be play-based, simple, hands-on, and child-led within a gentle, predictable rhythm.
Each class follows our signature Read → Move → Build flow, which supports how young children naturally engage and learn:
Read: We begin with a short, engaging story to introduce a theme and spark curiosity.
Move: Next, we get bodies moving with a movement activity to help kids regulate, transition, and connect to the theme through motion.
Build: Finally, we do. This is where children explore the theme through a hands-on activity. This might look like building, experimenting, sensory play, or creative exploration. “Build” is about cementing understanding through action, not sitting still or getting it “right.”
Through a guided play approach, children naturally explore early S.T.E.A.M. concepts while working on fine motor skills, problem-solving abilities, creativity, and confidence. The structure provides comfort and consistency, while the activities remain flexible for different abilities, and interests.
Caregivers are present to support and connect, without the pressure to teach, plan, or manage. We guide the flow, prepare the environment, and meet each child where they are.
Each week builds on familiar rhythms while introducing new materials and experiences, helping children feel safe enough to explore, try, and experiment.
Perfect for:
Toddlers & preschoolers (ages 1-5)
Parents who want intentional play without academic pressure
Families looking for a calm, consistent weekly routine.
Rowlett Block Party
A weekly, low-pressure play space for little ones (0–5) and their caregivers.
On Friday mornings, we transform the back patio at La Casita Coffee (Rowlett location) into a simple, joy-filled play space designed for open-ended exploration and connection.
Each week you’ll find:
• Open-ended block building stations
• A cozy reading area
• Music playing in the background
• Space to move, explore, create, and connect
Kids can build tall towers, knock them down, crawl between block stations, flip through books, or simply observe the world around them. Caregivers can sit nearby, join the play, or chat with other grown-ups while keeping an eye on their little ones.
It’s hands-on, screen-free, and intentionally simple.
Grab your coffee inside La Casita, then head to the back patio for an hour of meaningful play and community.
A quick note about registration:
Because this play space is packed up and set up fresh each week, events run based on advance registrations. Early tickets help make the play morning happen.
If the event is running, same-day drop-ins are welcome as space allows.
Perfect for:
• Babies, toddlers, and preschoolers (ages 0–5)
• Caregivers looking for connection and fun without structured class expectations
• Families who love open-ended, creative play
Farmers Branch STEAM Circle
This caregiver-and-me S.T.E.A.M. experience is designed to be play-based, simple, hands-on, and child-led within a gentle, predictable rhythm.
Each class follows our signature Read → Move → Build flow, which supports how young children naturally engage and learn:
Read: We begin with a short, engaging story to introduce a theme and spark curiosity.
Move: Next, we get bodies moving with a movement activity to help kids regulate, transition, and connect to the theme through motion.
Build: Finally, we do. This is where children explore the theme through a hands-on activity. This might look like building, experimenting, sensory play, or creative exploration. “Build” is about cementing understanding through action, not sitting still or getting it “right.”
Through a guided play approach, children naturally explore early S.T.E.A.M. concepts while working on fine motor skills, problem-solving abilities, creativity, and confidence. The structure provides comfort and consistency, while the activities remain flexible for different abilities, and interests.
Caregivers are present to support and connect, without the pressure to teach, plan, or manage. We guide the flow, prepare the environment, and meet each child where they are.
Each week builds on familiar rhythms while introducing new materials and experiences, helping children feel safe enough to explore, try, and experiment.
Perfect for:
Toddlers & preschoolers (ages 1-5)
Parents who want intentional play without academic pressure
Families looking for a calm, consistent weekly routine.
Rowlett Block Party
A weekly, low-pressure play space for little ones (0–5) and their caregivers.
On Friday mornings, we transform the back patio at La Casita Coffee (Rowlett location) into a simple, joy-filled play space designed for open-ended exploration and connection.
Each week you’ll find:
• Open-ended block building stations
• A cozy reading area
• Music playing in the background
• Space to move, explore, create, and connect
Kids can build tall towers, knock them down, crawl between block stations, flip through books, or simply observe the world around them. Caregivers can sit nearby, join the play, or chat with other grown-ups while keeping an eye on their little ones.
It’s hands-on, screen-free, and intentionally simple.
Grab your coffee inside La Casita, then head to the back patio for an hour of meaningful play and community.
A quick note about registration:
Because this play space is packed up and set up fresh each week, events run based on advance registrations. Early tickets help make the play morning happen.
If the event is running, same-day drop-ins are welcome as space allows.
Perfect for:
• Babies, toddlers, and preschoolers (ages 0–5)
• Caregivers looking for connection and fun without structured class expectations
• Families who love open-ended, creative play
Farmers Branch STEAM Circle
This week we will be exploring the magic of rain.
This caregiver-and-me S.T.E.A.M. experience is designed to be play-based, simple, hands-on, and child-led within a gentle, predictable rhythm.
Each class follows our signature Read → Move → Build flow, which supports how young children naturally engage and learn:
Read: We begin with a short, engaging story to introduce a theme and spark curiosity.
Move: Next, we get bodies moving with a movement activity to help kids regulate, transition, and connect to the theme through motion.
Build: Finally, we do. This is where children explore the theme through a hands-on activity. This might look like building, experimenting, sensory play, or creative exploration. “Build” is about cementing understanding through action, not sitting still or getting it “right.”
Through a guided play approach, children naturally explore early S.T.E.A.M. concepts while working on fine motor skills, problem-solving abilities, creativity, and confidence. The structure provides comfort and consistency, while the activities remain flexible for different abilities, and interests.
Caregivers are present to support and connect, without the pressure to teach, plan, or manage. We guide the flow, prepare the environment, and meet each child where they are.
Each week builds on familiar rhythms while introducing new materials and experiences, helping children feel safe enough to explore, try, and experiment.
Perfect for:
Toddlers & preschoolers (ages 1-5)
Parents who want intentional play without academic pressure
Families looking for a calm, consistent weekly routine.