SmartSitting partners with organizations that share our educational philosophy and values, and which help to create richer cultural experiences for the wonderful families in our network.

Essays That Sing is a personalized tutoring service in the New York City area that helps students with all facets of their writing. Founder EllaRose’s approach is to help students write creative, unique, well-structured essays that show off their best qualities in their own voice. Her students write essays that are personal, essays that stand out from the crowd – essays that sing!

Crib Notes NYC is a free monthly newsletter for Manhattan moms of kids aged zero to two. From peer reviews and gotta-have-it baby gear to expert advice, Crib Notes is your online playgroup delivered to your inbox.

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* Make new friends, create playgroups, find resources!
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So Smart! Productions is a leading creator and producer of top-rated DVDs for young children. Its trusted brands include So Smart! Beginnings and So Smart! First Word Stories for babies and toddlers, and King Otis for preschoolers. Founded in 1997 by early childhood development researcher and artist, Alexandra Tornek, and husband and media producer, Scott Tornek, their DVDs, books, broadcast programs and music have won over 30 national parenting awards and are enjoyed by families around the world.

Proudly voted BEST BIRTHDAY PARTY by TIME OUT NY KIDS, Mini Chef cooking classes and birthday parties teach children 3 to 13 years old how to cook. Mini Chefs make and create a variety of tasty treats, dishes and desserts at hands-on cooking classes and parties taught by our trained chefs. Our goal is not only to have fun with food but also to teach the fundamentals of cooking, while fostering creativity, good nutrition and good fun.