December Homeschool Day

Drop-in programming for ages: 5-7, 8-10, & 11-13

Tuesday, December 20

Class times: 10-11:30 am AND /OR 12:30-2 pm

Students are invited to attend both sessions but they must register beforehand.

Join the Roaring Brook Staff for a session (or two) of exploration,
hands-on activities, and fun!

Each program is custom designed with varying topics that utilize
the RBNC trails and facility.

There will be a lunch break from 11:30 am-12:30 pm,
students must be retrieved by a parent/guardian at this time.
For the safety of the students, they will not be allowed to wander the property without a guardian during this time.

AM SESSION: 10-11:30 AM

Ages 5 - 7 years:  The Great Monarch Migration
Learn about the migration that monarchs make each year
to escape the cold weather and find food.

Ages 8-10 years: Lichen
Discover that lichen is not a plant; explore the symbiotic relationship of fungus
and algae; identify lichen in nature; appreciate the role of lichen in human
and animal life.

Ages 11-13 years: Tree Snags
Although a tree may end its lifecycle, it is still used by many animals, plants,
and fungi. Join us as we discover what happens to old trees.

PM SESSION: 12:30 - 2 PM

Ages 5 - 7 years:  Salamanders
Learn/review the characteristics of amphibians.
Explore their life cycle, characteristics, habitats, and habits

Ages 8-10 years:  Owls
Join us to learn all about the owls in Connecticut.
We will explore their adaptations, habitats, and diet!

Ages 11-13 years: Vultures
Come learn all about vultures and why they are important for our ecosystem.

Cost: $30 per session/student

To register, click here (link coming soon)

Forms needed: Photo release, Medical form

EXPLORING TOGETHER  
Program for children 3 & under with a Caregiver

DISCOVER DAYS PROGRAMS 
Program for children PreK to Grade 2

Nature's Detectives

November 4, 11, 18; December 2, 19 

1:30 - 2:30 pm

For PreK to Grade 2

Capacity:  16

Explore the wonders of our woods, fields, and stream.

Each class will investigate a different aspect of a central theme,
complete with hands-on experiments & plenty of time outdoors.

Classes comply with CT State Science Standards for Pre-K to Grade 26

$68 members / $82 nonmembers (5 classes)
​***For those who have not attended the first class,
please contact RBNC to register​***

Click here to register

Members, please note that the members discounted price
will be charged after the registration is entered.

Forms needed: Photo release, Medical form

As we explore the flora and fauna around the Nature Center
we will see firsthand how interconnected our world is.
Starting from the sun and diving deep underwater we will explore
food chains and webs to learn about everyone's place in an ecosystem,
and how that system may change as autumn gets underway.

Nature Center can create special programs for your home school group. 

To learn more or to schedule a program,
email us at rbnc@thechildrensmuseumct.org or call 860.693.0263

SCHOOL VACATION PROGRAMS