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.
Nature Play Programs
Winter-Spring Nature Play 2021 Schedule
FRIDAY, MARCH 05: I Spy...A Mystery! (FULL)
Follow clues to figure out where to hunt for winter’s hidden treasures!
FRIDAY, MARCH 12: TOAD ABODE
Learn all about frogs and toads while creating a home for them to put in your yard.
FRIDAY, MARCH 19: GREEN THUMBS UP
It’s never too early to discover a green thumb for planting! Explore our greenhouse, learn how plants grow and plant your own seeds.
FRIDAY, MARCH 26: SPRING BREAK TIME! (FULL)
Join our spring break adventure as we “travel” outside and collect souvenirs along the way!
FRIDAY, APRIL 02: TRAIL TREKKING (FULL)
Hike our forest trail to discover what belongs in the forest and what does not. Use your observation skills to complete the trek!
FRIDAY, APRIL 09: NATURE MOBILE
Create a nature mobile to take home out of items we investigate outdoors.
FRIDAY, APRIL 16: USING YOUR SENSE OUTDOORS
Learn how to use your five senses in the outdoors. Taste from our herb garden, too!
FRIDAY, APRIL 23: EARTH DAY- SPEAK FOR THE TREES!
Find out the importance of trees by reading "The Lorax" by Dr. Seuss and discover the different kinds of trees around the Center.
FRIDAY, APRIL 30: INSECT SAFARI
Students will use investigation tools to go on a "safari" for insects in our outdoor spaces! And will create an insect to take home.
ALL programs:
Ages: 4-10 years old
Time: 4:00-5:00pm
Cost: $8 per student/program
Location: The Green Center
Pre-registration is required for each program. Programs will take place indoors and outdoors. Please dress children appropriately for the weather and masks are required per St. Louis County guidelines.
Follow clues to figure out where to hunt for winter’s hidden treasures!
FRIDAY, MARCH 12: TOAD ABODE
Learn all about frogs and toads while creating a home for them to put in your yard.
FRIDAY, MARCH 19: GREEN THUMBS UP
It’s never too early to discover a green thumb for planting! Explore our greenhouse, learn how plants grow and plant your own seeds.
FRIDAY, MARCH 26: SPRING BREAK TIME! (FULL)
Join our spring break adventure as we “travel” outside and collect souvenirs along the way!
FRIDAY, APRIL 02: TRAIL TREKKING (FULL)
Hike our forest trail to discover what belongs in the forest and what does not. Use your observation skills to complete the trek!
FRIDAY, APRIL 09: NATURE MOBILE
Create a nature mobile to take home out of items we investigate outdoors.
FRIDAY, APRIL 16: USING YOUR SENSE OUTDOORS
Learn how to use your five senses in the outdoors. Taste from our herb garden, too!
FRIDAY, APRIL 23: EARTH DAY- SPEAK FOR THE TREES!
Find out the importance of trees by reading "The Lorax" by Dr. Seuss and discover the different kinds of trees around the Center.
FRIDAY, APRIL 30: INSECT SAFARI
Students will use investigation tools to go on a "safari" for insects in our outdoor spaces! And will create an insect to take home.
ALL programs:
Ages: 4-10 years old
Time: 4:00-5:00pm
Cost: $8 per student/program
Location: The Green Center
Pre-registration is required for each program. Programs will take place indoors and outdoors. Please dress children appropriately for the weather and masks are required per St. Louis County guidelines.
Field Experiences
Programs can be customized to fit your group's needs! Here is a sample of programming topics.
Contact Kathleen at 314-725-8314 X 105 with any questions and to sign up your group!
- 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.
Contact Kathleen at 314-725-8314 X 105 with any questions and to sign up your group!
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.