Next Generation Playground

Next Generation Playground

Our mission

Next Generation Playground creates inclusive, sensory-friendly spaces where neurodivergent children thrive. Through classes, events, and community partnerships, we celebrate diversity and nurture every child's strengths—because inclusion can't wait.


Events
Events
Next Generation Kids Klub Winter M.U.S.I.C
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Next Generation Kids Klub Winter M.U.S.I.C
Jan 21, 11:30 PM - Mar 18, 11:15 PM UTC
3300 Encounter Ln, Elgin, IL 60124, USA
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2026 Color Outside the Line 5k and Family Fair
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2026 Color Outside the Line 5k and Family Fair
May 2, 4:00 - 7:00 PM UTC
9 N Water St, South Elgin, IL 60177, USA
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2026 Sponsorship: Color Outside the Line 5k and Family Fair
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2026 Sponsorship: Color Outside the Line 5k and Family Fair
May 2, 4:00 - 8:00 PM UTC
9 N Water St, South Elgin, IL 60177, USA
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2026 Volunteer: Color Outside the Line 5k
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2026 Volunteer: Color Outside the Line 5k
May 2, 12:00 - 8:00 PM UTC
9 N Water St, South Elgin, IL 60177, USA
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Next Generation Kids Klub Spring M.U.S.I.C
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Next Generation Kids Klub Spring M.U.S.I.C
Apr 8, 10:00 PM - May 28, 12:00 AM UTC
3300 Encounter Ln, Elgin, IL 60124, USA
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Summer Barnyard Camp Interest Form
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Summer Barnyard Camp Interest Form
Jun 9, 2:00 AM - Jun 11, 8:30 PM UTC
47W836 Main Street Rd, Elburn, IL 60119, USA
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Next Generation Kids Klub P.L.A.Y
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Next Generation Kids Klub P.L.A.Y
Kids Klub – PLAY (Positive Learning Activities for Youth)Kids Klub: PLAY is a joyful, inclusive class designed to support neurodiverse children through structured play, movement, art, and social interaction. Led by a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) and Occupational Therapist (OT), PLAY sessions provide a sensory-friendly environment where every child can feel safe, supported, and celebrated.Each class is thoughtfully designed to:Foster communication and social engagementPromote motor skills through fun, hands-on activitiesSupport emotional regulation and confidenceEncourage creativity and connection through play and art🌟 Session Details:Held one Saturday each monthAges 2–5: 9:00 a.m.Ages 6–9: 10:00 a.m.Includes an art component each monthWhether your child is working on language development, building social skills, or simply needs a welcoming space to move, create, and explore — Kids Klub: PLAY is the perfect place to learn and grow alongside peers.✨ Each child must have their own ticket to participate. A minimum of 4 children is required to run the class. If fewer than 4 children are registered, the class will be canceled, and families may transfer to another session or receive a full refund.We can’t wait to welcome your family to a class filled with laughter, creativity, and lots of PLAY!
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Next Generation Kids Klub S.T.E.P.S
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Next Generation Kids Klub S.T.E.P.S
Kids Klub – STEPS (Speech Therapy Early Phonics)Kids Klub: STEPS is a fun, literacy-centered class created to help young learners build early phonics, language, and communication skills in a supportive and sensory-friendly environment. Led by a licensed Pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP), each session blends story time, movement, and hands-on play to make learning feel natural and enjoyable.Each class includes:A themed read-aloud to build language and sound awarenessEarly phonics activities focused on letter–sound skillsA sensory-based game paired with the book to support engagement, comprehension, and regulationGuided opportunities for communication, turn-taking, and social interaction🌟 Session Details:Held the third Tuesday of every monthAges 2–6: 6:00 p.m.Whether your child is beginning to explore sounds or building early reading readiness, Kids Klub: STEPS offers a warm space to learn, grow, and connect through language.✨ Each child must have their own ticket to participate. A minimum of 4 children is required to run the class. If fewer than 4 are registered, the class will be canceled, and families may switch to another session or receive a full refund.We can’t wait to support your little learner—one step, one sound, one story at a time!
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