Garden's Alive: Grades Pre-K to 2

Explore the Lucy C. Roussel Discovery Garden for things that live in gardens. Crush herbs, sprout a seedling, dig for worms and more. Pre- and early-reader signs help children explore the garden on this facilitated Discovery Garden lesson.

Standards: Science: PS-E-A1, B1, C2; SI-E A1,2,3,4,6; LS-E-A1,2,3,4,6, B1,2,3, C1,2,3.

Time: 60 minutes; Capacity: 60 students

Discovery Zone: Grades 3 - 5

Can you make houses and food out of grass? Some cultures make them out of one of the LARGEST grasses in the world - come find out which one! Explore our 1/2-acre, interactive garden and learn what else comes from gardens. Pot up a bean, recycle your compost and be a Landscape Architect in the Lucy C. Roussel Discovery Garden.

Standards: Science: PS-E-A1, B1, C2; SI-E-A1,2,3,4,6; LS-E-A1,2,3,4,6, B1,2,3, C1,2,3; SE-E-A1,2,3,4.

Time: 75 minutes; Capacity: 60 students

Book your visit:

For information or reservations,
call 488-5488 ext. 323

Teachers and Chaperone:
Minimum requirement of 1 chaperone for every 6 students under 8 years old; for every 10 students over 8 years old.

Field trip times:
Monday through Friday: 9:30am to 2:00pm, depending on availability;

50% Deposit is due at booking. Payments may be made by check, cash, credit card.

Cost: $3.00 per student

Weather

Weather Cancellations: Outdoor field trips will be rescheduled when raining. In case of inclement weather, please call 488-5488, ext 311 the day of your visit to reschedule.

Bus Parking

After unloading on Bamboo Road, school buses MUST park off-site. Individuals may park in the Visitor Lot.

Lunch/Snacks

Groups may bring their own lunches/snacks and eat on site depending on availability. Advance arrangements must be made.