Junior Expedition

Explore nature through play and discovery in this drop-off program for children ages 3 to 5 years.

Search for signs of animals and learn how life adapts in this three-week drop-off program at The Morton Arboretum. Participants will engage with nature through play and discovery, and they will deepen their observation and inquiry skills over the course of the program.

This program meets in person at the Arboretum.

Instructor: Kathryn Neuffer, supervisor of early childhood programs, The Morton Arboretum; Retta Hennessy, early childhood program assistant, The Morton Arboretum

Age: Children ages 3 to 5 years

Course number: Y082

Kathryn Neuffer, supervisor of early childhood programs, The Morton Arboretum

Kathryn Neuffer has a background in early childhood and special education. She enjoys introducing the Arboretum’s youngest visitors to the wonders of the outdoors and helping to increase children’s curiosity toward the natural world through play and hands-on experiences.

Retta Hennessy, early childhood program assistant, The Morton Arboretum

Retta Hennessy has been on staff at the Children’s Garden at The Morton Arboretum since 2008. She is a long-time early childhood educator, with a master’s degree in education. She is also a Master Naturalist and the Arboretum has enabled her to share a love of teaching and nature with people of all ages. “I believe the Arboretum provides a path for everyone to experience the beauty and healing opportunities that nature offers.”

Questions about Registration
630-719-2468
Registrar-ed@mortonarb.org
Weekdays, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Format
In person
Fall
Mondays, November 27, December 4 and 11, 2024, 9:00 to 11:00 a.m.
Winter
Wednesdays, February 14, 21, and 28, 2024, 9:00 to 11:00 a.m.
Children’s Garden
Y082
$99 member
$125 guest
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