Little
Gardeners
Family Friendly Reno Garden Education
Bring your preschooler for hands-on, outdoor learning! Story time, planting, harvesting, and sensory discovery are just a few of the activities you will experience alongside your child. Garden-based education is fantastic for imaginative learning and getting your hands dirty!
Fall 2024
September: Tomato Tots
$35 per day
September 6th: Join us on the farm for all things tomatoes in September! During this class we will harvest several varieties of tomatoes and do a taste test using all of our senses!
September 20th: Come on a seed saving adventure with us! Students will learn how to save tomato seeds during this class to bring home and plant next season!
October: Pollinator Pals
$35 per day
October 4th: Let's buzz into the world of pollinators together as we search for and observe these tiny garden helpers up close!
October 18th: Our tiny friends need safe places to live and play, so join us for this class as we help maintain healthy habitats for the pollinators on the farm!
November: Winged Wonders
$35 per day
November 1st: Let's chirp and flutter our way to becoming bird experts! During this class we will make bird feeders to bring home for a bird-friendly backyard!
November 15th: Get ready to flap your wings and explore the birds that call Nevada home! Students will practice their fine motor skills during this class as they learn about bird beaks!
Spring 2025
March: Earth Protectors
$35 per day
March 7th: Learn about being a Earth protector with some sensory activities, take a look at how our world looks on a globe, and help keep our friendly garden going!
March 14th: Be a protector of land and water at the farm by planting some seeds and taking some home to spread! Get some fun with some recycled art crafts too.
April: Lil Peeps
$35 per day
April 4th: Take a peek of our baby chicks and explore how they grow up on the farm! Learn how to make some fuzzy art to take home, and get your hands in some fresh garden soil.
April18th: Meet our fuzzy friends and learn some cute tunes to sing to them! Go on a chick hunt with friends, and help our garden grow.
May: Lil Foresters
$35 per day
May 2nd: Hop on the fun of learning different parts of trees through hands on learning. Create a group mural with friends, take a walk in the orchard, and join in on some gardening!
May 16th: Join the adventure with the Big Friendly Tree Giants around the farm as we take a closer look at the different ways trees are magical. Help out with some farm chores, and collect leaves to create a craft!
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the age range for participants?
Students 2-5 years old may participate.
Where does Little Gardeners take place?
All of our programming is located at our Urban Teaching Farm (1700 E 2nd Street in Reno).
When does the program run?
It is from 9-11am 2 times per month. We run this program in the spring and fall. We close the program during the summer and winter months.
How much does it cost?
Tuition is $35 per student. Scholarships are available.
What equipment should I bring?
Dress to be outside all morning! It will also be helpful to bring a water bottle, sunscreen, a hat and closed toe shoes.
Dig Into Our Little Gardeners Program
