Christina Mills
Play-based learning sessions for kids ages 2–5
Hands-on, one-on-one play sessions designed to support problem-solving, early math, language, and emotional regulation. Sessions begin with trust-building and observation, then evolve into targeted games based on how your child thinks, plays, and learns best.https://calendly.com/christina-a-mills/book-a-session
How Sessions Work
Sessions begin with observation and play. I focus on how your child approaches problems, what captures their interest, and where they get stuck or lose confidence. This early phase builds trust and allows me to tailor activities to how your child naturally thinks and learns.From there, I build on their natural interests and strengths while gently expanding new skills. I introduce structured play that looks simple but is carefully designed to build specific skills- things like taking turns, pattern recognition, grouping, sequencing, and problem-solving. These naturally evolve into early math concepts such as counting, addition, subtraction, and sharing quantities evenly.Most early play focuses on exposure - colors, shapes, basic counting. But play can do much more! When activities are structured around how a child thinks, they can naturally progress into early math concepts like addition, subtraction, and even division! You would be surprised how many 3 year olds self-discover the concept of remainders and fractions (especially when set in the context of cookies!) These skills develop slowly (6+ months) through curiosity-driven play, not instruction.
Families can come with specific goals (early math confidence, focus, frustration tolerance) or choose a more open-ended approach that strengthens learning foundations overall. Sessions adapt as your child grows.
Parent support between sessions
Parents receive personalized quarterly play guides (short printed or digital booklets) for their child, with custom games, at-home activities, and simple instructions using mostly household items. I also include brief "what's next for your child" updates, so you know what developmental skills are emerging next and how to welcome them!
Weekly packages & pricing
I work in weekly packages with a 4-week minimum commitment.3–5 hours/week — 45€/hour
6–9 hours/week — 35€/hour
10–15 hours/week — 30€/hour