Homeschool Programs
PROGRAM 1: NATURE EXPLORERS
for ages 5 - 12*
9:30 am-10:30 am
Autumn - Sept 12, 26; Oct 10, 24; Nov 14, 28
Winter - Dec 5, 19; Jan 9, 23; Feb 13, 27
Spring - Mar 12, 26; Apr 2, 23; May 14, 28
Note: Dates are the 2nd Tuesday of the month, except for Dec. and Apr
Snow Dates:
Thursday of the same week (two days after the original date)
Semi-monthly nature-oriented gatherings.
Each session comprises an outdoor nature excursion and a nature Read-Aloud.
Some sessions may include nature journaling and/or light forms of art.
Group Size: 10-15 students
Price/Season: $135 (six sessions
Pre-registration required
To register for Nature Explorers Autumn sessions, click here
To register for Nature Explorers Winter sessions, click here
To register for Nature Explorers Spring sessions, click here
*Age limits are somewhat flexible, but children must be independent, capable of socializing politely, and willing to follow instructions.
Perk: Access to RBNC’s Nature Library: children may borrow two books to read at home and return the following session.
(A sign-up sheet will be provided by RBNC personnel for signing out borrowed books.)
What to Bring: - Appropriate seasonal clothing for indoor & outdoor activities.
- Comfortable closed-toe shoes or boots
- Water bottle
- Optional: sunscreen and/or bug spray (parent applied)
- Optional: nature journal, exploring items (magnifying glass, net, etc.)
Food: Families are welcome to bring their own food to enjoy on the premises after the program. (No time is allotted for eating during the program.)
Supervision: RBNC supervision is provided during the educational program.
Children are under the care of their parent/guardian at all other times.
NOTE: Children attending two back-to-back homeschool programs on the same day (Nature Explorers & Nature Quest) are not required to be present in the brief break between programs.
Due to limited capacity, we request that you cancel
at least 48 hours before your scheduled class.
This gives us the opportunity to fill your spot.
You may cancel by phone by calling 860-693-0263.
Classes are non-refundable
PROGRAM 2: NATURE QUEST with Ms. ESTEE
for ages 8 - 12 years*
10:45 am - 12:15 pm
Monthly classes, each focused on a natural phenomenon or an animal,
based on what is happening in nature during that month.
Students gain a deep understanding of nature’s workings through
hands-on learning and group activities.
Most classes include a themed craft.
Note: Dates are the 2nd Tuesday of the month, except for Dec. and Apr.
Snow Dates:
Thursday of the same week (two days after the original date)
Group Size: 10-15 students
Price/Season: $75 (three sessions)
Pre-registration required.
AUTUMN
September 12 - Those “Dam” Beavers (Beavers’ & Dams’ Effect on Habitat)
October 10 - Make Room for S'hrooms (Mushrooms & Fungi)
November 14 - Winter Is Coming! (Caching, Denning, Migrating, Adapting)
To register for Nature Quest Autumn sessions, click here
WINTER
December 5 - Whooo’s There? (Owls & Their Amazing Adaptations)
January 9 - Who Dunnit? (Identifying Animal Signs & Markings)
February 13 -I See Icy Weather (Cool Ice & Snow Formations)
To register for Nature Quest Winter sessions, click here
SPRING
March 12 - From Apples to Zinnias (Seed Types - Cone, Samara, Pod, Etc.)
April 2 - World in a Drop (Minuscule Vernal Pool Invertebrates)
May 14 - Oh, Snap! (Snapping Turtles)
To register for Nature Quest Spring sessions, click here
*Age limits are somewhat flexible, but children must be independent, capable of socializing politely, and willing to follow instructions.
What to Bring:
- Appropriate seasonal clothing for indoor & outdoor activities
- Comfortable closed-toe shoes or boots
- Water bottle
- Optional: sunscreen and/or bug spray (parent-applied)
Food: Families are welcome to bring their own food to enjoy on the premises before or after the program. (No time is allotted for eating during the program.)
Supervision: RBNC supervision is provided during the educational program. Children are under the care of their parent/guardian at all other times
Note: Children attending two back-to-back homeschool programs on the same day (Nature Explorers & Nature Quest) are not required to be present in the brief break between programs.
Due to limited capacity, we request that you cancel
at least 48 hours before your scheduled class.
This gives us the opportunity to fill your spot.
You may cancel by phone by calling 860-693-0263.
Classes are non-refundable
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
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