Happy Day Play
Your family's home for learning, play & growth
NYC's only evidence-based family learning company offering grown-up and me classes, early learning programs, family events, birthday party entertainment, school visits, and expert-curated content and reviews for families with children ages 0–9.
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Family Music
Baby Sing & Sign
Sensory Art
Family Open Play
Montessori
Summer Program
Early Literacy
Crafternoon
STEAM
Party Entertainment
School Visits
Family Events
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One company. Every family need.
From your baby's first class to your child's birthday party, to expert curated developmental resources and discovering what destination to explore next, Happy Day Play is your family's home base and trusted partner for guidance and support in your day to day life.
WHAT WE OFFER
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Grown Up & Me Classes
Walk-in, pay as you go classes in music, art, play, literacy, STEAM and more. Ages 0 to 5. Best of all, just one price per immediate family.
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Early Learning Programs
Multi-week commitment based series. Family First Montessori Experience and Happy Trails Grown Up and Me Adventure Club. Ages 0 to 3.
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Birthday Party Entertainment
On-the-go party packages at your venue + fully hosted parties at Simply Gather Events. Ages 0 to 9. Staten Island, NY, NJ.
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Family Fun Events
Seasonal celebrations like Mom Prom, Daddy Derby, Peter Rabbit Party, and more. Special ticketed experiences for the whole family!
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School Visits and Field Trips
We bring a customized Happy Day Play experience to your school or center. Age appropriate and engaging. Ages 0 to 9.
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Pop-Up Private Playdates
A custom Happy Day Play experience brought directly to your home or chosen venue. Perfect for small groups or special holidays.
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Community Giveback
Programming for all families and communities, because everyone deserves access to high-quality learning experiences.
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Business & Brand Partnerships
We team up with businesses to produce custom experiences that bring their world to life for families. Offering pop-up events, sponsored class and fully branded experiences.
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Family Experience Reviews
We review family destinations, experiences, and outings across NY, NJ, PA, and CT through a family and developmental lens, with honest age by age breakdowns and family bonding at the center of it all.
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Expert Articles & Resources
Evidence-based family-focused content on childhood development, parenting, and family life education.
How old is your little one?
Every class is milestone-based and age-appropriate. Find the perfect fit in one tap.
Grown-up & me classes for every loved little learner
$25 per family. Siblings included. No reservations. No memberships. No cancellation fees. Just show up, learn, play, and bond whenever it works for your family. Discounts available for 10-class passes and 6-class passes.
SIGNATURE WALK-IN CLASSES
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Family Open Play Class
NYC’s only certified family open play. Let your child move freely, explore safely, and build confidence through themed open play activities designed to support for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers alongside their favorite grown-up! Big helper older siblings welcome!
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Family Music Class
A weekly musical adventure where your whole family connects, moves, and learns together. Each week brings a new theme, live ukulele and the most fun music class ever!
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Baby Sing and Sign Class
Give your baby a voice before they can speak through music, baby sign language, and moments that bring you closer through intentional connection.
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Sensory Art Class
Spark creativity, sensory exposure, and family bonding in this hands-on, full-body art class for little ones and their favorite grown-ups!
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Family Crafternoon Class
Spark creativity and quality time through traditional arts & crafts done together as a family after school hours!
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Family STEAM Class
A monthly grown-up and me science adventure where young minds and curious families explore, build, and discover together. From babies to big kids, it’s a fun time for all!
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Mazel Tots Early Literacy Class
A monthly grown-up and me literacy adventure where little learners and their families sing, rhyme, and explore the joy of PJ Library books together.
Upcoming family events
Special ticketed experiences beyond our regular classes. Limited spots, grab yours early.
$25 per family • Limited spots • Ticket required, no walk-ins
Next Event 6/6: Daddy Derby: Father’s Day Family Event
The ultimate family fun Father’s Day Event with little ones! Friendly competitive races, live music by Music With Patrick, open play and more.
Children’s Birthday Party Entertainment for Ages 0 to 9
With two options to party with us, we ensure affordable, out of the box, and memorable entertainment for your child’s special day! Starting at just $250 for our basic on-the-go package.
New Add-On: The Ms. Rachel Impersonator Experience
Due to popular demand, we are offering a Ms. Rachel-style impersonator to our party offerings. Ms. Kaitlynn will come dressed as this beloved character for live singing, dancing and interactive fun for little ones!
If you’re looking for the best Ms. Rachel impersonator in the NYC area, look no further! As a trusted educator and party professional, Ms. Kaitlynn ensures accuracy to both age appropriate developmental party activities and likeness to the character.
This experience can be added to any currently booked party or future parties. We are based in Staten Island, NY and travel to NJ and the NYC metro area for a small fee.
Happy Trails 2026 Registration
$300 for the full 7-session summer program. Meets Mondays 10:00-11:30 AM in July and August. Rain or shine. Limited spots. JCC members save more.
At Happy Trails, we believe that every day is an adventure waiting to be explored, especially when your little one is accompanied by you! Inspired by the traditional fun of summer day camps for older kids, our Grown Up and Me Adventure Club offers a unique experience tailored for babies and toddlers ages 0 to 3 alongside their favorite grown-ups.
Location: Bernikow JCC, 2nd Floor Gym and Front Lawn, 1466 Manor Rd, Staten Island, NY 10314
Days: Meets every Monday from 10am to 11:30 weekly in July and August: 7/6, 7/13, 7/20, 7/27, 8/3, 8/10, 8/17
Ages: Perfect for ages 0 to 3. Note: If you have more than one child within this age range and would like both to participate, please email us at hello@happydayplay.com. We are happy to accommodate but need to know in advance due to capacity and customized materials. Thank you for your understanding.
Family Science–Informed Learning
Happy Day Play founder, Kaitlynn Blyth, is a proud member of the National Council on Family Relations (NCFR), a leading professional organization dedicated to advancing family science and evidence-informed practice. Happy Day Play is the only education-based program in the NYC area operating from a family science and family life education lens.
Unlike traditional “grown-up & me” programs that focus primarily on the child, our approach is intentionally designed to support both the child and the caregiver from an evidence-based approach. Our programs are grounded in principles of family life education and child development, ensuring each experience is developmentally appropriate while also equipping caregivers with tools, insight, and confidence to support their child beyond the class setting.
This dual focus is what sets Happy Day Play apart and why families consistently notice a meaningful difference in their experience.
Trusted by Families Across Staten Island, NYC, and New Jersey
100% Recommend Rating
“We love Happy Day Play! Miss Kaitlynn and the experiences she provides are unlike any other! She give kids opportunities to be playful, make friends and to be themselves. Miss Kaitlynn's classes and events are always enjoyed and looked forward to by kids and adults alike. Happy Day play provides an engaging and fun experience for a very reasonable price. Thank you Miss Kaitlynn for all you do!”
— Julie o., Parent“I cannot recommend Happy Day Play enough! I’ve attended open play events with my daughters, who have a 4.5-year age gap, and I am always amazed at how she creates an experience that’s fun and engaging for kids of all ages. Kaitlynn has a natural gift with children; she remembers names and little details that make every family feel seen, loved, and cared for. Her creativity, planning, and innovation are so impressive. I love referring families to Happy Day Play. Kaitlynn truly makes magic happen for kids and families!”
— Christine J., Sunnyside UP Birth Co."Happy day play is a huge part of my motherhood and my child’s childhood. We cannot thank her enough for all that she does for us! She is hands on, always comes ready to play and is happy to entertain and enjoy the time with our little ones! I would recommend happy day play over and over to all new moms or if mothers are looking for events! We love that there is always something happening and are so grateful that this exists!”
— ALexsis G., Parent“Ms. Kaitlynn is not just great, she’s truly phenomenal. She goes above & beyond to bring people together, engaging both young and older crowds effortlessly. She keeps everyone on their feet, dancing and singing, and her energy is contagious. You can genuinely see the joy in her eyes and hear it in her voice. She is incredibly interactive, responsive, and attentive to every detail. From start to finish, she ensures your event is exactly how you envision it, thoughtfully incorporating any special touches you request. Ms. Kaitlynn is a truly wonderful.”
— LIsa V., Parent“I’ve been attending Happy Day Play classes since my daughter was a year old. We really look forward to the different classes. She always has exciting and engaging themes for the kids to enjoy. We cannot get enough of Ms. Kaitlynn and am looking forward to the summer camp program we’re attending this summer. My daughter has truly grown up and developed into the girl she is from her experiences at Happy Day Play❣️🥰”
— Lauren W., Parent“I’ve been bringing my daughter to Happy Day Play classes since she’s been three months old. She and I both love attending! We love meeting other moms and babies as well as learning new skills, activities, and techniques to help our baby grow and learn through music, play, and Montessori based learning centers. Every activity is grounded in research based evidence and can be adapted to younger and older children. Their creativity and unique themes for each session make every time a one of a kind experience!”
— Nicole I., Parent"Happy Day Play has been such a monumental part of my daughter’s developmental years! We’ve been to classes, special events, birthday parties (as the birthday girl and as an attendee of other birthdays!) and Ms. Kaitlynn NEVER fails to make my daughter happy, engaged in learning, and excited. Now that I have 2 children, I deeply appreciate the pricing structure of Happy Day Play. Always a good time, always memorable, always exciting!”
— Samantha B, Parent“As an educator myself, I am fully aware of the hard work and dedication that goes into working with children and their families. Ms.Kaitlynn delivers and does a fantastic job every single time. My child has been a part of HappyDay since 9 months old. We love attending. Ms.Kaitylnn has given our family the opportunity to grow, bond and create memories with our child. She is fun, engaging and so caring. She takes the time to connect and build her own relationships. She cares about her students and takes time to learn about them. We Love her!”
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Evidence-based articles, tips, and resources for modern families. We invite you to join us as we delve into the realm of early childhood development and its connection to family!
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Join the growing conversation about creating a bright and nurturing future for children and families with Happy Day Play as they continue to leave a positive impact on families everywhere.
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