Play-Based Baby & Toddler Classes in Westchester, NY
Following the tiniest hands as they learn about the world through play.
At Tiny Hands at Play, we believe young children learn through hands-on exploration and sensory-rich play.
Our caregiver-and-child classes at Creative Corner in Larchmont, NY bring a classroom-inspired learning experience into a community setting, creating a shared space where learning unfolds through play, presence, and connection.
Our signature hands-on, sensory-rich class invites children into thoughtfully prepared stations filled with paint, texture, movement, and open-ended materials.
Children and caregivers move through the space together, pouring, building, scooping, and mixing as curiosity leads the way. There is no right way to participate. Our classroom community gives children the freedom to explore while inviting caregivers to slow down, be present, and share in the experience of learning through play.
Our Classes
Summer Tiny Creators
SUMMER SESSION 2 : July 20 - August 20
Wednesday
10:00 am - 10:45 am (FULL) & 11:15 am - 12:00 pm
Thursday
10:00 am - 10:45 am
Toddler class, ages 1 - 3 years
Baby Creators
Baby class, 7-14 months
SUMMER SESSION 2 : July 20 - August 20
Thursday
11:30 am - 12:15 pm
Fall Tiny Creators
45 minute toddler & preschool class
September 16-December 17 2026
Wednesday
10:00 am - 10:45 am (Ages 1-3)
4:00 pm - 4:45 pm (Ages 1-4)
Thursday
11:00 am - 11:45 am (Ages 1-3)
Fall Baby Creators
45 minute baby class, 7-14 months
September 16-December 17 2026
Wednesday
11:30 am - 12:15 pm (7-14 months)
Fall Tiny Creators Circle
75 minute toddler & preschool extension class that follows the familiar Tiny Creators flow while adding Snack Time, Story Time, and organized rug play. Tiny Creators Circle blends the creativity and freedom of our original class with the shared rhythms of a play-based classroom.
September 17-December 18 2026
Thursday
9:30 am - 10:45 am (Ages 1.5-4)
What to Expect
Hands-on materials like puzzles, puppets, and blocks
Child-led sensory play
A calm, welcoming environment
Process-based art experiences
Caregivers and children exploring together
Events
Tiny Hands at Play offers special events for little ones, from birthday parties to creative gatherings at Creative Corner—or a location of your choice.
Birthday Celebrations
Art, sensory play, and playful exploration for your child’s special day.
Pop-Ups & Small Group Gatherings
Mini playdates, community events, and custom off-site experiences.
Homemade Play Dough Kits
About Tiny Hands at Play
Tiny Hands at Play was founded by Gina Ducasse, an early childhood educator and mom with over a decade of experience in progressive, play-based classrooms. She holds a Master’s degree from Bank Street College of Education in Infancy and Family Studies and Early Childhood General and Special Education, where she developed a deep understanding of how young children learn through relationships, exploration, and play, with a focus on social-emotional development. Her teaching style is warm, responsive, and grounded in the belief that children learn best through open-ended, meaningful play.
Based at Creative Corner, an art studio in Larchmont, NY, Tiny Hands at Play was founded to offer families a space to connect, create, and support early learning in intentional and joyful ways.
Kind Words
“Gina is an incredible teacher—warm, patient, and truly in tune with toddlers. Her ability to engage little ones—each with their own unique personality and pace—is truly remarkable.”
- Kristina
“Gina is the most incredible teacher, and the way she makes learning so fun and interactive is amazing! Her lessons are so creative and engaging, she puts so much thought and hard work into everything she does and it's so evident in how happy her students are in her class and her company!”
- Katie
“Gina was my son's nursery school teacher when he was in the 2s. It was such a tremendous year of evolution for him, which I believe is a testament to the loving and nurturing environment Gina fostered in her classroom. Gina is truly the best of the best!”
- Sonia
Join Us
Come explore, create, and play together!
