Classes & Workshops
An environmental education and arts-integrated science curriculum offered to school districts sets The Green Center apart from other local cultural and science organizations.
The Green Center offers outdoor classrooms that enable students to learn about the natural world through inquiry-based programming. Whether students are investigating the prairie, forest or wetland, they will receive a hands-on experience that will encourage them to observe and explore. In addition, Scouts can earn badges through field experiences at The Green Center.
Below are just a few general topics of programs that we offer. We can customize a program to support educational needs. All programs are available to students of all ages in any school or organized group.
We do offer professional development programs for all of our classes! Teachers are welcome to sign up for a workshop to learn about the program(s) that their students will participate in and receive pre- and post- information and activities to engage their students further in the classroom and outdoor school setting.
The Green Center offers outdoor classrooms that enable students to learn about the natural world through inquiry-based programming. Whether students are investigating the prairie, forest or wetland, they will receive a hands-on experience that will encourage them to observe and explore. In addition, Scouts can earn badges through field experiences at The Green Center.
Below are just a few general topics of programs that we offer. We can customize a program to support educational needs. All programs are available to students of all ages in any school or organized group.
We do offer professional development programs for all of our classes! Teachers are welcome to sign up for a workshop to learn about the program(s) that their students will participate in and receive pre- and post- information and activities to engage their students further in the classroom and outdoor school setting.
Field Experiences
Programs can be customized to fit your group's needs! Here is a sample of programming topics.
- Wetland Ecology
- Insects
- Prairie Ecology (fall only)
- Ecosystem Plot Studies
- Forest Ecology
- Letterboxing
- Keying Out Trees- Classification
- Geodesic Greenhouse Growing
- Missouri Rocks: Geology
- Pollination
- Discovery Garden Exploration- Nature Explore Classroom
Program Time: 2 hours Cost: $7 per student Chaperones are free of charge.
Nature Play Programs
Spring 2019
All programs take place from 4-5pm on the designated date.
Ages: 4-9 years old
Nature Mobile
Wednesday, April 3
Hike our trails to collect natural items to create your own nature mobile.
Green Thumbs Up!
Wednesday, April 10
It’s never too early to discover a green thumb for planting! Learn how plants grow and plant your own mini garden to take home.
Using Your Senses Outdoors
Wednesday, April 17
Learn how to use your five senses in the outdoors by exploring a variety of different habitats. Taste from our herb garden, too!
Jr. Naturalist
Wednesday, April 24
We will hike to find spring wildflowers and create a nature journal to record what we discover.
Wednesday, April 3
Hike our trails to collect natural items to create your own nature mobile.
Green Thumbs Up!
Wednesday, April 10
It’s never too early to discover a green thumb for planting! Learn how plants grow and plant your own mini garden to take home.
Using Your Senses Outdoors
Wednesday, April 17
Learn how to use your five senses in the outdoors by exploring a variety of different habitats. Taste from our herb garden, too!
Jr. Naturalist
Wednesday, April 24
We will hike to find spring wildflowers and create a nature journal to record what we discover.
Spring Break Programs
REGISTRATION FORM
Second, third, fourth and fifth graders are invited to attend one or more sessions that will take place on March 18, 19, 20 & 21 from 9:00am-3:00pm at The Green Center.
PROGRAM SCHEDULE (Register by March 8)
Indoor/Outdoor programs. Students should dress appropriately for the weather. Students do need to bring a lunch each day.
Grades: 2, 3, 4 & 5
Time: *9:00am - 3:00pm *Before & After Care is available at 8:30am and until 3:30pm each day upon request for an additional $5 fee per session.
Cost: $25 per session (includes all materials)
Session 1:
Monday, March 18
Art & Nature
Be an artist! Students will learn about and explore Missouri’s outdoor
native habitats and create art projects utilizing materials they find outdoors.
Projects include designing a journey stick, creating a nature journal & more!
Session 2:
Tuesday, March 19
Green Chef
It is planting time! Students will learn about spring plants to grow in a
garden, create their own mini garden and how to use what they grow
to make delicious dishes!
Session 3:
Wednesday, March 20
Get Outdoors
Discover new ways to play OUTside! Investigate the signs of spring
using tools that you can use in any local nature area (school yard,
home, park, etc.). Join in the fun in becoming a Jr. Naturalist!
Session 4:
Thursday, March 21
Art & Nature II
Be an artist! Students will learn about and explore Missouri’s outdoor
native habitats and create art projects utilizing materials they find outdoors.
Projects include creating a nature monogram, painting with watercolors & more!
PROGRAM SCHEDULE (Register by March 8)
Indoor/Outdoor programs. Students should dress appropriately for the weather. Students do need to bring a lunch each day.
Grades: 2, 3, 4 & 5
Time: *9:00am - 3:00pm *Before & After Care is available at 8:30am and until 3:30pm each day upon request for an additional $5 fee per session.
Cost: $25 per session (includes all materials)
Session 1:
Monday, March 18
Art & Nature
Be an artist! Students will learn about and explore Missouri’s outdoor
native habitats and create art projects utilizing materials they find outdoors.
Projects include designing a journey stick, creating a nature journal & more!
Session 2:
Tuesday, March 19
Green Chef
It is planting time! Students will learn about spring plants to grow in a
garden, create their own mini garden and how to use what they grow
to make delicious dishes!
Session 3:
Wednesday, March 20
Get Outdoors
Discover new ways to play OUTside! Investigate the signs of spring
using tools that you can use in any local nature area (school yard,
home, park, etc.). Join in the fun in becoming a Jr. Naturalist!
Session 4:
Thursday, March 21
Art & Nature II
Be an artist! Students will learn about and explore Missouri’s outdoor
native habitats and create art projects utilizing materials they find outdoors.
Projects include creating a nature monogram, painting with watercolors & more!
General Information
Location
Classes meet at The Green Center, 8025 Blackberry Avenue, in University City, MO 63130. (Unless otherwise specified).
Participation
Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult to a program. There is no charge for adult chaperones and scout leaders.
Registration
To schedule a field experience or if you would like more information, please call (314) 725-8314 x 105 or email classes@thegreencenter.org.
Classes meet at The Green Center, 8025 Blackberry Avenue, in University City, MO 63130. (Unless otherwise specified).
Participation
Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult to a program. There is no charge for adult chaperones and scout leaders.
Registration
To schedule a field experience or if you would like more information, please call (314) 725-8314 x 105 or email classes@thegreencenter.org.