Programs For Young Children
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Are you a pre-school teacher? Take your class of little adventurers to the Sheep Pasture, or let us bring nature right into your classroom.
  • The NRT's environmental programs for young children offer both indoor and outdoor learning activities.  
  • Out on the trails, children explore diverse wildlife habitats with age-appropriate lessons. 
  • Children can also meet our education animals and our resident farm animals.
  • We tailor programs to the learning needs of each group. Experienced teacher/naturalists lead all of our education programs. 
Contact our education department to find out more information at (508) 535-5857 or education@nrtofeaston.org!
Looking for information on NRT' s Kneehigh Nature Adventures for children ages 3-5 this summer?
Scroll down for information, session dates, and the registration form!
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Pre-K Program Offerings

In-School 
Excitement in your classroom

Adaptation Station
What is an adaptation? How do animals adaptations help them? Learn about the adaptations of animals through hands-on work.
 
Backyard Buddies
Who lives in your backyard? From turtles to raccoons, we have many animal friends who call our home their home. Learn about the wildlife found right in our area and what you can do to attract and protect them. Meet and learn about our resident turtle.

Growing Green
Why do plants have flowers? How do their seeds spread? Bring out the little gardener in your students with this interactive program. 

Mad Science
How do light sticks glow? What is magnet magic? How do you blow a bubble inside of a bubble? Cool science experiments and the science behind them. 

Nature Savers - Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle
Everyday choices can have a significant impact on our environment. Kids learn ways they can help the natural world through games and activities.
 
Sensational Senses
Why do rabbits have large ears? How do insects use their antennae? Learn about the basic five senses plus a few super senses found in the animal world. Meet some Sheep Pasture resident bugs.

On-Site at
​Sheep Pasture 
n. Easton, MA

Down On The Farm
Do you know what comes from a farm?  Meet the farm animals, learn how to make butter, feed the chickens, and experience the daily life of a farmer.

Habitats And Homes
What is a habitat?  What kinds of animals live in each one?  From aquatic life to birds, come explore and learn about Sheep Pasture's unique habitats. 



​Sensory Outdoor Exploration
Come to explore the natural world utilizing all five senses.  Go for a hike, feel some artifacts, make music, and so much more.

Insects Big & Small
What makes an insect unique?  Step into our outdoor classroom to catch a few live insects and see them in their natural habitats. 

Who Wears What?
Are cows covered in fur or feathers? Do snakes have wet or dry scales? Learn who wears what in the animal world.
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World of Water
What happens to water after it rains? What creates a cloud? Join us on a journey of the water cycle through the eyes of a bullfrog. ​
Additional topics are available to meet your program needs.
​Please contact the NRT Education Department for more information.
*All program lengths range from 35-90 minutes.  Times are very flexible, so let the educator know what works best for your group!
The NRT is tremendously saddened to announce that due to the the Covid-19 related concerns currently impacting our state,  programs for summer 2020, including SPNC and Kneehigh Adventures,  have been suspended. Though this decision has been extremely difficult, our primary concern is the safety of our children, their families, and our staff members.
Families who have previously registered for Kneehigh Adventures 2020 will receive a letter with more information in 5-7 business days, through traditional mail services.
Please be sure to keep in touch with NRT throughout the summer with our learning resources, crafts, and activities posted regularly on Facebook, Instagram, and the NRT's Family Learning Resources page!

kneehigh nature adventures
summer only

Kneehigh is a summer drop-off program at Sheep Pasture for young children ages 3 to 5 (or entering kindergarten). Your child will enjoy daily hikes, games, crafts, songs, and snacks with our pre-school naturalist.  We had your little adventurer in mind with every program we designed. Each week will have a different theme and new activities, so kids can come to sessions throughout the summer and learn something new! 
Kneehigh Nature Adventures is held on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday of each session from 9 am - 11 am. Registration is for all three days of the session; individual days are not available. Once your child is registered you will receive an email with information on drop off and pick up, what to bring, and more.
*All children must be potty trained to attend.  Each session requires a minimum of 5 children and a maximum of 10 children.
2021  Kneehigh Adventures Sessions and Availability
Session information will be  listed below for 2021 and updated as new information becomes available. We look forward to seeing all of our summer pre-k friends at Kneehigh Adventures in July and August 2021!


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