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The Science of the Seasons

Discover the seasonal science of nature at The Morton Arboretum in this program for children ages 3 to 5 years.

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Explore the science of the seasons through story times, experiments, and short hikes in this program at The Morton Arboretum. Budding scientists will learn developmentally appropriate STEM principles and use tools to dig deeper into the world around them.

Instructor: Megan Sneyd, early childhood engagement specialist, The Morton Arboretum

Age: Children ages 3 to 5 years. An adult must accompany the child.

Course number: Y210

Instructor

Megan Sneyd, early childhood engagement specialist, The Morton Arboretum

Megan Sneyd works with early childhood programs where she shares her love for nature with some of the Arboretum’s youngest stewards. She takes every opportunity to help people develop and strengthen their own connection with nature.

What to Know

An adult must accompany the child.

This program takes place outdoors. Dress for the weather.

Program Schedule

November

Section A: Wednesday, November 6, 2024, 1:00 to 2:30 p.m.
Children’s Garden, East Side

Section B: Wednesday, November 13, 2024, 1:00 to 2:30 p.m.
Children’s Garden, East Side

January

Section A: Wednesday, January 15, 2025, 1:00 to 2:30 p.m.
Chestnut Room, Visitor Center, East Side

Section B: Wednesday, January 22, 2025, 1:00 to 2:30 p.m
Chestnut Room, Visitor Center, East Side

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