Little Roots Studio
Sensory Art & Enrichment for Little Ones

Where curiosity
takes root

Calm, intentional play experiences that support your child’s growth — brought right to your home. No prep, no mess. Just magic.

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Ages 0 months – 8 years
We come to you
All materials provided
Full setup and cleanup
Screen-free and intentional
Upcoming Event

Our first Pop-Up Experience

Come experience the Little Roots magic in person — a hands-on sensory and mindfulness session for parents and little ones.

Little Roots Studio Pop-Up June 6 2026
Event Details
Saturday, June 6, 2026
12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
Leaping Learners Preschool
380 Benton Dr, San Francisco, CA
Ages 6 months – 5 years
Parents and caregivers welcome
What to Expect
Sensory and art activities
Mindfulness and movement
Connection and community
A calm supportive space to explore and grow
Reserve Your Spot — June 6
Baby hands in colorful paint
Rainbow painting supplies
Our Programs

Thoughtfully designed for every little learner

Every session includes guided activities, age-appropriate materials, setup, facilitation, and cleanup. Mindfulness tools are woven throughout — breathwork, movement, and calming rituals that help little ones feel grounded and present. Gentle chimes guide transitions in place of timers.

Family Sessions
Individual Session
1–2 children

A personalized in-home session tailored to your child’s age, interests, and developmental needs.

$125per session
Group Session
3–6 children

Perfect for playdates, siblings, or small gatherings. $25 per additional child. Maximum 6 children per group.

From $225+ $25 per extra child · max 6
Special Sessions
Birthday & Celebration
45–60 min

A guided sensory art and mindfulness experience added to your celebration. Not full party planning — a calm creative enrichment moment.

From $275pricing varies by group size
Inclusive & Neurodivergent Friendly

All Little Roots sessions are designed to be neurodivergent friendly. We follow your child's lead, adjust pacing and materials, and create a calm, low-pressure environment where every child feels safe to explore. Same session, same warmth — just let us know your child's needs when you book.

Our Commitment
“Every child deserves a space built around exactly who they are — not who we hope they might become.”

Little Roots Studio was built with one non-negotiable: that no child should feel too much, too slow, too loud, or too different to belong here.

Attuned facilitation

Every session is led by someone trained to follow a child’s lead — not redirect it.

Flexible by design

Materials, pacing, structure, and environment can all be adjusted before you arrive.

A quiet conversation

If your child experiences the world in a specific way — just tell us. No form, no label required.

Neurodivergent Friendly

Every child is welcome here

All Little Roots sessions are designed to be calm, low-pressure, and fully adaptable. We follow your child's lead, adjust pacing and materials as needed, and create space for every child to feel safe, seen, and welcome. Same session, same rate, same love — just let us know your child's needs when you book.

Soft Arrival

Calming music, familiar scents, and one anchor activity already waiting so children ease in at their own pace.

Child-Led Exploration

No timers, no transitions that rush. Every material thoughtfully chosen and offered without pressure.

Caregivers Are Part of the Session

Caregivers are encouraged to be present and engaged alongside their child throughout the entire session. We use gentle cues like chimes rather than timers to guide transitions.

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First sessions are offered at a welcome rate. Spots are limited each month.

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Gentle Roots — Deeply Attuned, Unhurried Always

For children who feel everything deeply

Some children take in the world a little more deeply. Our Gentle Roots sessions are unhurried, low-pressure, and designed to feel like a warm exhale.

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Nature exploration play space
3–4 families max
Unhurried and low-pressure
Carefully curated materials
Consistent routine
Caregiver always welcome
The Gentle Roots Program

For children who feel everything deeply

Our Gentle Roots sessions are crafted for families who want more time, more quiet, more attunement.

What makes these sessions different

We slow everything down. Smaller groups, longer transitions, familiar materials, and a consistent structure that builds trust over time.

  • Maximum 3–4 families per session
  • All materials pre-tested and offered without pressure
  • Quiet entry time built into every session
  • Caregivers warmly welcomed to stay close
  • Session structure stays consistent week to week
  • We follow your child’s lead always
What to Expect

A session that breathes

Soft Arrival

Calming music, familiar scents, and one anchor activity already waiting so children ease in at their own pace.

Intentional Materials

Every texture and material thoughtfully chosen. Children are invited to explore — never required to.

Child-Led Exploration

No timers, no transitions that rush. Process is everything here.

Caregivers Stay & Play

Caregivers are encouraged to be fully present and engaged with their child throughout the entire session — exploring, creating, and connecting together.

Ready When You Are

Let’s find the right space for your child

Every Gentle Roots family begins with a short, no-pressure conversation.

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Enrichment Programs for Schools and Daycares

Built around how your children learn

Every classroom is different. Our programs flex around your space, your ages, and your community — not the other way around.

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Bright Montessori classroom
Daycares and Preschools
K–2 Classrooms
Mixed-Age Groups Welcome
All materials provided
Zero prep for teachers
Our School Programs

Four ways we show up for your community

Monthly Enrichment

One visit per month with rotating themes aligned to developmental goals.

$225/weekor $900/month
Semester Program

A 4-month curriculum arc with teacher debrief and parent take-home each session.

Custommulti-classroom packages
Special Events

Celebrations and seasonal events transformed into hands-on sensory experiences.

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Mixed-Age Custom

One session, multiple entry points — every child met exactly where they are.

Custombuilt around your classroom
Monthly Curriculum Themes

A full year of intentional learning

Our 12-month theme-based enrichment curriculum adapted for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and school-aged children through sensory play, mindfulness, creativity, music, movement, and early emotional wellness activities.

Little Roots Studio Monthly Curriculum Themes 12-month enrichment
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Bring this curriculum to your school

Available as part of our monthly enrichment and semester partnership programs.

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Fill this out at your own pace. No wrong answers, no commitment. We respond personally within 2 business days.

School Program Inquiry

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Host a Class

Bring Little Roots to your space

Yoga studios, coffee shops, corporate offices, community spaces and more. We bring all materials, handle setup and cleanup, and take zero burden from your team.

Community Venue Hosting

Yoga studios, gyms, cafes, libraries, children’s boutiques and community centers.

Corporate & Workplace

Company family days, employee benefits, holiday parties with children’s programming.

Choose a Theme
Nature Explorers
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Ocean Wonders
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Campfire Adventures
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Cosmic Creativity
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Mindful Makers
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Big Feelings
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Let Us Talk

Start with a free pilot session

Complimentary first visit for new school partners. Limited spots each term.

Email littlerootstudio510@gmail.com
Host a Little Roots Class

Bring something meaningful to your space

Whether you run a yoga studio, coffee shop, gym, or corporate office — we bring Little Roots classes to your community.

Beautiful children play space
Flexible contract terms
We bring all materials
Revenue share available
Co-branded marketing
Zero burden on your team
Little Roots Studio

Choose Your Theme

Each theme is a fully designed sensory art and mindfulness experience. Tap any theme to learn more.

Little Roots Studio Themes
Nature Explorers

Mud, moss, leaves, and wonder. Children explore the natural world through sensory play, nature art, and movement.

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Ocean Wonders

Dive into a world of water, waves, and imagination. Water-inspired sensory play, music, and ocean art.

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Campfire Adventures

Cozy, imaginative, and full of story. Pretend play, creative making, and connection around an imaginary campfire.

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Cosmic Creativity

Space-inspired art, sensory play, and big imagination. Children become little astronomers and cosmic creators.

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Mindful Makers

Hands-on creating paired with calming mindfulness moments. A session that nurtures both creativity and inner calm.

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Big Feelings & Kind Friendships

Activities that support emotional literacy, friendship skills, and connection in a safe and playful space.

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Themed sessions follow standard session pricing · All materials included.

Little Sprouts $85 · Little Roots $95 · Bigger Roots $110 · Gentle Roots $35

How It Works
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Choose your theme

Pick from one of our six fully designed sensory themes or let us build a custom one.

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We handle everything

We arrive with all materials, set up completely, and clean up when we’re done.

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Children explore and create

A 60–90 minute immersive session following our gentle, child-led approach.

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Your community leaves inspired

Every family takes home a creation, a memory, and a reason to come back.

Perfect for
Birthday parties
Baby showers & sprinkles
Playgroups & mommy & me
Childcare enrichment pop-ups
Holiday & seasonal events
Corporate family days
Studios, cafes & community spaces
Two Ways to Partner

A model that works for your business

Track 01

Community Venue Hosting

Your space becomes a destination. Regular Little Roots classes draw families in and keep them coming back.

  • Yoga studios, gyms and wellness spaces
  • Coffee shops and cafes
  • Libraries and community centers
  • Children’s boutiques and family retailers
Track 02

Corporate and Workplace Enrichment

Offer your employees something they will genuinely remember at company events and family days.

  • Company family days and events
  • Employee benefit packages
  • Holiday parties with children’s programming
  • On-site enrichment for office parents
Ready to host?

Let’s plan your session

Tell Faraha a little about your event and she’ll be in touch to confirm your theme, date, and details.

The Little Roots Community Fund

Give a child the gift of wonder

Our community fund makes it possible for every family to experience the magic of Little Roots regardless of what their budget looks like right now.

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100% goes to local families
No application required
Gifted with full dignity
Fully transparent
Any amount makes a difference
The Story Behind the Fund

Wonder should not be a privilege

We believe every child deserves access to calm, creative, intentional play. The Community Fund is our way of making that real.

How the Community Fund works

When you contribute, your gift is pooled with others and used to offer fully or partially covered sessions to families who reach out to us privately. No public list, no application form, no questions asked.

Contributions pooled and distributed throughout the year
Receiving families never named or required to share their story
Contributors receive a seasonal impact letter
Every dollar stays within our local community
Your Impact

See what a gift can become

$25

Covers art materials and supplies for one child’s full session

$50

Covers a shared session for one family — parent and child together

$95

Gifts a complete in-home studio session to a family in our community

Make a Contribution

Add your gift to the community pot

Choose your gift

Your contribution joins a growing community of people who believe wonder belongs to every child.

Select an amount
Or choose your own
$

Contributions are not tax-deductible at this time.

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Thank You

You are part of something beautiful

Questions about the Community Fund? We respond to every message personally.

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Little Roots Studio Shop

Wear the roots

Soft intentional apparel and accessories for little ones and the families who love them. Every piece carries the Little Roots spirit.

Little Roots Studio apparel
100% cotton
Soft and breathable
Mindfully made
Made to grow
Natural and nurturing
Adult Collection

Little Roots Studio Apparel

T-shirts, kids smocks and tote bags — designed to carry the Little Roots spirit wherever you go.

Little Roots Studio apparel smocks and tote bag
Adult T-Shirt
Natural or Sage · Unisex fit
Kids Smock
Sage or Natural · Perfect for art sessions
Tote Bag
Natural canvas · Play. Create. Connect.
Water Bottles

Sip with intention

BPA-free, leak-proof, and beautifully branded — for little ones and grown-ups alike.

Little Roots Studio water bottles
Little Sprouts Collection

For our littlest learners

Soft baby onesies made for tiny beginnings and big potential. 100% cotton, mindfully made.

Little Sprouts baby onesie collection
Kids T-Shirt Collection

Little Sprouts · Little Roots · Bigger Roots

A shirt for every stage of the journey. Each design carries a message that grows with your child.

Little Roots Studio kids t-shirt collection
Calm Kits

Mindful tools for every stage

Four thoughtfully curated kits — Little Sprouts, Little Roots, Bigger Roots, and Gentle Roots. Each filled with sensory tools, affirmation cards, breathing guides, and more.

Little Roots Studio Calm Kits for Every Stage
Little Sprouts
0–18 Months

Sensory cloths, wooden teether, soft mirror & more.

Little Roots
18 Months–5 Years

Breathing cards, feelings wheel, sensory dough & more.

Bigger Roots
6–12 Years

Reflection journal, affirmation cards, calming putty & more.

Gentle Roots
All Ages

Visual calm cards, noise-reducing headphones & neurodiverse support.

Featured Products

Rooted in connection. Grown with intention.

Individual products from the Little Roots collection designed to support mindful development at home and in the classroom.

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Every piece tells a story

Email us to place an order, ask about sizing, or request a custom item.

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The Heart Behind Little Roots

Meet Faraha

Founder, facilitator, and the calm presence at the center of every Little Roots experience.

Faraha Nia founder of Little Roots Studio
Home-Based Early Intervention Specialist
MA School Counseling (In Progress)
Mindful Art for Kids Certified
Mother & Founder
Meet Faraha
Faraha Nia founder of Little Roots Studio
Faraha Nia
Founder, Little Roots Studio
“I have always believed that a child who feels truly seen will show you exactly who they are.”

Faraha Nia is the founder of Little Roots Studio and the heart behind every session. Before this work had a name, she was already doing it — sitting in families’ living rooms as a home-based intervention specialist, supporting children from birth to five years old through some of the most tender and formative moments of their lives.

That experience — of watching what unfolds when a child is given space, time, and genuine attunement — became the foundation beneath everything Little Roots Studio offers. As a mother, Faraha also brings something no training program can fully teach: the particular knowing that comes from raising children of your own.

Currently completing her Master’s in School Counseling and her Mindful Art for Kids certification in trauma-informed creative practice, Faraha continues to deepen her understanding of how art, mindfulness, and intentional play intersect to support children’s growth.

Training & Credentials
Master of Arts in School Counseling
Early childhood and developmental focus
In Progress
Mindful Art for Kids Certification
Trauma-informed art practice and mindfulness facilitation
In Progress 2025
Home-Based Early Intervention (0–5)
Developmental support and family casework with young children
Professional experience
Group Facilitation with Children
Structured group experiences across developmental stages
Professional experience
What Educators Are Saying

Words that mean everything

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

“We recently incorporated a mindfulness art class from Little Roots Studio into our preschool program, and it has been such a meaningful addition to our daily routine — especially for our youngest learners ages 1.5 to 2 years old. Faraha Nia is incredibly hands-on and engaging, and the kids absolutely light up when Teacher Faraha comes. Since starting the class, we have noticed improvements in attention, cooperation, and overall classroom calm. I highly recommend Little Roots Studio to any early childhood program looking to introduce mindfulness in a way that is engaging, gentle, and truly impactful.”

— Preschool Director, Early Childhood Program
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A Gentle Space for Families & Educators

Rooted Resources

Simple ideas for calm, connection, and creativity. Child development tips, sensory play inspiration, mindfulness tools, and updates from Little Roots Studio — delivered with care.

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Sensory Play Ideas
Mindfulness Tools
Child Development Notes
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Sensory Play Ideas

Easy activities for home & classroom

Simple, low-prep sensory experiences that support creativity, focus, and emotional regulation.

3 Simple Ways to Help Kids Calm Their Bodies
Bubble Breathing Mindfulness for Kids
Heavy Work Play Movement for Kids
Sensory Reset calm activity for kids
Little Reminder Kids dont always need us to fix the feeling
Mindfulness Tools for Kids

Breathing, movement & calming routines

Simple tools that help little bodies slow down, reset, and feel safe.

Quick calming tools to try
Bubble Breathing

Pretend to hold a bubble wand. Breathe in slowly, blow out gently. Repeat 3 times.

Mountain Pose

Stand tall like a mountain. Feel your feet on the ground. Breathe in. Breathe out. You are enough.

3 Slow Breaths

Before the next activity, pause and take 3 slow breaths together. A small moment, a big difference.

Child Development Notes

Supporting growing children through play & connection

Simple, research-informed ideas for parents and educators. Gentle guidance grounded in how children actually grow.

Play is how children learn

Unstructured, child-led play builds cognitive flexibility, emotional intelligence, and social skills. It is not a break from learning — it is the learning.

Connection before correction

When a child is dysregulated, their thinking brain is offline. Connection and co-regulation come first. Once they feel safe, they can hear and respond.

Sensory needs are real

Every child processes sensory information differently. Meeting sensory needs is meeting the whole child.

Small moments matter most

It is not the grand gestures but the quiet, repeated moments of attunement that build a child’s sense of safety and self.

Monthly Newsletter

Rooted Notes — simple ideas, every month

A gentle letter from Faraha with seasonal ideas, calming tools, sensory play inspiration, and updates from Little Roots Studio.

Rooted Notes Newsletter Summer Edition
Inside each issue
Seasonal sensory play ideas
Mindfulness tips for little ones
Child development notes
Gentle roots corner & updates
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