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Little Sprouts

Explore nature in a sensory-based program at The Morton Arboretum for children ages 3 to 5 years.

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In this hands-on, sensory-based program at The Morton Arboretum, young explorers will hike, play, listen to stories, and engage in science and art activities.

Topics change monthly.

Instructor: Angela Santoro, early childhood program assistant, The Morton Arboretum

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

Course number: Y081

Instructor

Angela Santoro, early childhood programs assistant, The Morton Arboretum

Angela Santoro assists with early childhood programs and the Youth Volunteer program, sharing her love of nature to a wide range of Children’s Garden visitors. She enjoys working with children of all ages, from toddlers to teenagers.

What to Know

An adult must accompany the child.

This program takes place outdoors. Dress for the weather.

Program Schedule

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

March

Section A: Thursday, March 5, 2026, 9:30 to 11:00 a.m.
Visitor Center (parking lot P-1), East Side

Section B: Thursday, March 12, 2026, 9:30 to 11:00 a.m.
Visitor Center (parking lot P-1), East Side

April

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

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

June

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

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

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