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Child
Education Program
 
GARDEN DISCOVERIES PRE-K PROGRAM
Join us at Van Vleck House & Gardens for an afternoon of discovery in and around the gardens.

Our Garden Discoveries classes, for children ages 3 to 5, are designed to inspire children about the natural world around them. Since each child learns in a different way, every class examines one topic through stories, outdoor exploration, and hands-on activities and specimens. Classes are held twice a month, and each class has individual registration.

Each program will include a guided hike, hands-on activities and a story. Parents or caregivers must accompany each child.

Dates: 2nd and 4th Wednesday of every month
Mar.  10 Birds and their Nests
Mar.  24 Great Seed Race
Apr. 7 Animal Find
Apr. 21 Treasures from Trash
May 5 Plant Pals
May 19 Flower Find
June 2 Insect Safari
June 16 Wiggly Worms
Time: 1:15 pm to 2:00 pm
 
Place: Van Vleck House & Gardens
Education Center, 21 Van Vleck St. Montclair NJ
Age: 3 to 5 year olds (Pre-Kindergarten)
Fee: $7 Friends, $12 others per class (no charge for adults)


Click here for the registration form

BACKYARD BIRDERS CLUB – STUDENTS IN GRADES 3-5 – January through May

Looking for ways to unplug your child and encourage outdoor exploration this winter? Join experienced Birder, Deborah DeSalvo as she brings an after-school Beginner Birding Series to the Van Vleck Gardens. Starting in January and running through May the series will be offered in groups of three on Wednesday afternoons. Each class will include a lesson, guided hike, and a bird-related game or activity.

Dates: Wednesday afternoons each month.
April 7, 14 & 28 “Flying” – Explore the marvel of winged flight and the miracle of migration.
May 5, 12 & 19 “Nesting” – Spring is for nesting and eggs. Special focus of warblers.
June 2, 9 & 16 “Spotting" - Discover location and habitats through binoculars.
Time: 4:00 pm to 4:45 pm
 
Place: Van Vleck House & Gardens
Education Center, 21 Van Vleck St. Montclair NJ
Age: Grades 3-5 
Fee: $30 per month for Friends $36/others (3 classes)  

Click here for the registration form


Contact Information for Children's Program

Telephone
Education Line - 973-744-0837
Postal address
21 Van Vleck Street, Montclair, New Jersey 07042
Electronic mail
Children's Programs: education@vanvleck.org
Webmaster: info@vanvleck.org

Check back regularly as Van Vleck House & Gardens grows its new children's nature education program.
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