Engage your kids with the exciting “Nature Bingo” scavenger hunt at our gardens! Armed with a bingo card, children explore the gardens to find various natural items and structures. Each time they discover something on their card, they place a sticker on the corresponding spot. This fun and interactive activity not only encourages exploration and observation but also helps kids learn about different plants, animals, and natural features in an engaging way.
Join us for a day of discovery and adventure with Nature Bingo!
Bring your young explorers to the Evans Children’s Adventure Garden at Garvan Woodland Gardens! This magical space includes a multilevel treehouse, gigantic boulders to climb, a cave with a waterfall, and a whimsical fairy garden. Designed to ignite wonder and excitement, these features encourage curiosity and support natural development through play and discovery. Watch as your child’s imagination soars and their connection to nature deepens with each adventure.
Plan your visit today and let the adventure begin!
Recommended for students in Pre-K through 2nd grade.
The Hixson Nature Preserve is located just beyond the Evans Children’s adventure garden, and it is loaded with shortleaf pinecones. These little cones are the perfect size for small hands, and they make great tools for visualizing concepts in math. Natural materials deepen students’ connection to nature.
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Introduce your students to the enriching practice of nature journaling. By encouraging students to observe their surroundings using all their senses, nature journaling fosters mindfulness and a deeper connection to the environment. This practice not only reduces stress but also enhances observational skills and appreciation for nature, making it an invaluable tool for personal and academic growth. You may bring your own journaling supplies or request that they be provided for you (additional $4 per student). Our journals help students identify common stressors in their lives and offer strategies for managing stress.
Explore how nature journaling can transform your classroom experience today!
Join us on an exciting field trip activity where students create their own seed bombs! This hands-on experience teaches the importance of seed dispersal in nature. Students mix soil or clay with a variety of seeds, forming small seed bombs that mimic how animals help plants reproduce. Afterward, they will scatter their seed bombs in designated areas, contributing to the garden’s biodiversity. This engaging activity aligns with the NGSS standard 2-LS2-2, fostering an appreciation for natural processes and ecosystem health.