March 24
NATIVE AMERICANS HOMESCHOOL PROGRAM
Early American Museum, Lake of the Woods Forest Preserve, 600 N. Lombard, Mahomet, 9:00 A.M.-12:00 P.M.
Ancient Native people are the topic of the day. Life as early Native Americans, settlers, and modern day life will be compared and contrasted through discussion, activities, and exhibits. Ages 6 and up with parental accompaniment; $4 per child. Registration is required; (217) 586-2612 or sosborne@ccfpd.org.
April 13
BY THE BOOKS HOMESCHOOL PROGRAM
Early American Museum, Lake of the Woods Forest Preserve, 600 N. Lombard, Mahomet, 9:30 A.M.-11:30 A.M.
Children in this program will read suggested books prior to the actual class. During sessions we will participate in many activities from the books. Next session is December 1. Ages 2 and up with parental accompaniment; $3 per child. To register, (217) 586-2612 or sosborne@ccfpd.org.
April 16
BOTANY BASICS HOMESCHOOL PROGRAM
Discovery Garden, Lake of the Woods Forest Preserve, 600 N Lombard, Mahomet, 10:00 A.M.-11:30 A.M.
Kids will learn the importance of studying plants, plant uses, photosynthesis reaction, tree identification using a key, and seed planting technique, and then go on a short hike around the Botanical Garden. This is designed for children 6-12 years old with parental accompaniment recommended. $3 per child. Registration required; (217) 586-2612 or rbonati@ccfpd.org.
April 23
AQUATIC ECOLOGIST HOMESCHOOL PROGRAM
Elks Lake Pavilion, Lake of the Woods Forest Preserve, 109 S Lake of the Woods Rd, Mahomet, 1:00 P.M.-2:30 P.M.
Through hands-on scientific investigations, we will introduce your kids to the ecology of aquatic ecosystems. Students will use nets to collect aquatic organisms, and use simple kits to test the water quality of the lake. We will tie their findings in to a discussion of watersheds, pollution and water conservation. For ages 8 and up; parental accompaniment is recommended. $3 per student. Registration and payment are required by April 16; (217) 896-2455 or sclementz@ccfpd.org.
September 1
INSECTS & SPIDERS HOMESCHOOL PROGRAM
Environmental Education Center, Homer Lake Forest Preserve, 2573 S Homer Lake Rd, Homer, 10:00 A.M.-11:30 A.M.
It's no mystery – insects and spiders are everywhere! Learn about insects and spiders’ lifecycles, habitats, and adaptations. We will turn someone into an insect and a spider. Learn what it’s like to see through the eyes of an insect and go on a bug hunt. This is designed for children 6 to 11 years old with parental accompaniment recommended. $3 per child. Registration and payment are due by August 26; (217) 896-2455 or sclementz@ccfpd.org.
October 15
SEED SAFARI HOMESCHOOL PROGRAM
Discovery Garden, Lake of the Woods Forest Preserve, 600 N Lombard, Mahomet, 10:00 A.M.-11:30 A.M.
Kids will learn about the variety of seeds plants produce, seed structure, and how plants disperse seeds. Students will go on a short hike around the Botanical Garden to search for wild seeds. The program is designed for children 6-12 years old with parental accompaniment recommended. $3 per child. Registration is required; (217) 586-2612 or rbonati@ccfpd.org.
December 1
BY THE BOOKS HOMESCHOOL PROGRAM
Early American Museum, Lake of the Woods Forest Preserve, 600 N. Lombard, Mahomet, 9:30 A.M.-11:30 A.M.
Children in this program will read suggested books prior to the actual class. During sessions we will participate in many activities from the books. Ages 2 and up with parental accompaniment; $3 per child. To register, (217) 586-2612 or sosborne@ccfpd.org.
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