What to Expect

Immerse your child in a vibrant learning experience. Our sessions kick off with an energetic morning rally. We practice the unit's memory verse, join in uplifting praise, delve into a short devotional tied to our theme, and conclude with a heartfelt prayer. Following the rally, children will participate in a dynamic large-group game or specially planned activity. Transitioning into our main lesson, led by passionate teachers, expect an in-depth exploration of each topic. Subsequently, children break into small groups, ensuring a personalized experience based on age, ability, and knowledge.

Your child will document their discoveries in a guided nature journal during dedicated time. After a lunch and free-play break, our afternoon session resumes with an engaging activity related to the morning's lesson, encompassing science, math, literature, or history. Children then have the freedom to choose a station or activity of personal interest, featuring options like books and story reading, arts and crafts, and sensory bins. As we approach the end, a brief closing reflection and prayer wrap up the day's enriching experiences.

Parents are invited to actively participate in their child's learning, either by joining in activities or relaxing in our parent area. The parent area offers coffee and snacks for donation, as well as a forest friends area catering to children aged 0-4 who are not yet part of the program.

2024-2025 Sessions

Mushrooms

9/11, 9/18, 9/25, 10/2, 10/9
Did you know that there are over 14,000 species of mushrooms! Have you ever been on a nature walk and tried to identify the local fungi? This session is going to teach nature explorers all about the anatomy of different kinds of mushrooms, about local species, lay-down the basics for mushroom identification and bring in a local expert to lead an identification hike! Through all different mediums, kids will be able to learn about these magnificent fungi which play an integral part in our ecosystem.
Trees

10/23, 10/30, 11/6, 11/13, 11/20
Trees are arguably one of God’s most incredible creations. We see them every day, but do we truly understand how they germinate, grow and contribute to our world? This session will deep dive into the life cycle of trees, their role in our ecosystem, and how we can protect our forests. This session will include some great team building activities, arts and crafts and creative problem solving!
Forest Survival Skills

12/4, 12/11, 12/18, 1/8, 1/15
Could you survive in the forest if need be? What skills are required to survive when our modern-day comforts are taken away? This session will tackle these questions. Children will learn how to light a fire, how to build a shelter, how to use a compass, safety protocols, and so much more. Get ready for 5 weeks of adventure!
Forest Animals

1/29, 2/5, 2/12, 2/19, 2/26
They skitter, scamper, fly, and hop. Delaware’s local forests are teeming with forest animals who all play a part in maintaining a healthy ecosystem. What happens when their habitats are destroyed and what can we do to repair the damage? This session will explore local wildlife; their anatomy, their habitats, their social behaviors and so much more!
Insects

3/12, 3/19, 3/26, 4/2, 4/9
Are you afraid of bugs? Does a buzzing bee make you run for cover? This session encourages explorers to learn about the creepy-crawlies in our local forests, and hopefully as they deep dive into these little critters, they will discover that they are way more cool than creepy. We will learn about life cycles, anatomies, invasive species, habitats, and a ton of fun facts. Even the smallest insect plays a role in God’s forests.
Eco-system

4/23, 4/30, 5/7, 5/14, 5/21
Our final session brings all of the pieces together. We will dive into symbiotic relationships, how humans can use resources from the forest, the cause and effect of forest fires, and indigenous verses invasive species. Explorers will make connections between the previous weeks and complete an end of session project to present in multi-age groups to their friends at Wild Wonderment