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Children and Family Programs

Play and Grow

Learn and grow social emotional skills through nature play at The Morton Arboretum for children ages 2–4 years old.

Content Detail

Learn and grow social emotional skills through play while exploring at The Morton Arboretum.

In this accompanied program children will learn social skills through modeling and role play to develop a stronger sense of self.

Topics change monthly.

Instructor: Samantha Benjamin, early childhood programs accessibility coordinator, The Morton Arboretum

Age: Children ages 2 to 4 years. An adult must accompany the child.

Course number: Y280

Instructor

Samantha Benjamin, early childhood programs accessibility coordinator, The Morton Arboretum

Samantha Benjamin has a background in special education and early childhood. She helps to make the Children’s Garden more accessible and enjoys creating opportunities for all children to explore and experience nature.

What to Know

This program takes place outdoors. Check the forecast and dress for the weather.

See Education Program Policies for information about cancellations, refunds, and scholarships.

Program Schedule

This program meets during these times; choose your sessions. Pricing is per session.

June

Section G: Tuesday, June 9, 2026, 9:30 to 11:00 a.m.
Children’s Garden (parking lot P-1), East Side

Section H: Tuesday, June 16, 2026, 9:30 to 11:00 a.m.
Children’s Garden (parking lot P-1), East Side

August

Section I: Tuesday, August 11, 2026, 9:30 to 11:00 a.m.
Children’s Garden (parking lot P-1), East Side

Section J: Tuesday, August 18, 2026, 9:30 to 11:00 a.m.
Children’s Garden (parking lot P-1), East Side

September

Section K: Tuesday, September 8, 2026, 9:30 to 11:00 a.m.
Children’s Garden (parking lot P-1), East Side

Section L: Tuesday, September 15, 2026, 9:30 to 11:00 a.m.
Children’s Garden (parking lot P-1), East Side

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