Reynolda Gardens
The educational programs provided by Reynolda Gardens are "designed to encourage curiosity and creativity, provide information on topics related to the art and science of horticulture, and to inspire a sense of stewardship for local and world environments."
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- Seeds of Change Garden Students can build their own Seeds of Change garden to learn about plants, foods of different cultures, and more.
- The Great Plant Escape Help inspector Le Plant solve mysteries as you learn about plants.
- Lesson plan: From dirt to dinner This lesson serves as an introductory study of the plant world. The lesson allows students to study seeds, parts of plants, microclimates, and how to grow seeds into vegetable plants for harvest. Parents are encouraged to assist at home.
- Lesson plan: Gardens all around Students learn to appreciate the plants and animals that make their homes in the gardens of North Carolina.
- Lesson plan: Nature journaling: A new way to enjoy nature Nature jounaling is a way to record and re-create an image experienced in nature. By combining drawing and writing, the student uses their senses to record what they feel, see, hear and touch at a particular point in time.
Related pages
- North Carolina Arboretum: A wide variety of classes and workshops are provided to students at the NC Arboretum, ranging from bonsai demonstrations to nature walks.
- Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden: Students will enjoy a 1 1/2 hour tour led by trained garden guides either along the formal garden tour or the Woodland Trail tour through a beautifully forested area along a quarter mile nature trail.
- Toms Creek Farm and Nursery: Students will enjoy visiting this working farm and learning about plants, plant propagation, gardening, and more.
Related topics
- Learn more about Forsyth County, North Carolina, biology, botanical gardens, botany, environmental science, gardening, horticulture, plants, and science.
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Adjacent to the Reynolda Campus of Wake Forest University, Reynolda Gardens provides educational opportunities throughout the year for adults and young people. Seasonally oriented, science-based programs are offered from September through May. Knowledgeable volunteers lead activities for small groups of students in kindergarten through high school. Space is limited. Registration is taken once a year, in early August. Call the Education office: 336 758-3485 for more information.
Also see the Office of Environmental Education website for Reynolda Gardens.
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