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.
After School-Nature Play Programs
2020 Winter Programs
Wednesday, February 5 (ages 4-9): Hunt for Hot Cocoa!
Participate in an outdoor scavenger hunt to win the ultimate winter prize…hot cocoa!
Learn about what you can discover exploring in nature this time of year.
Wednesday, February 12 (ages 4-9): Winter Works of Art
Use nature to inspire and create an artistic winter scene from natural items we collect on our winter walk. We will also create natural Valentine’s Day cards!
Wednesday, February 19 (ages 4-9): Snowed In? Let’s Cook!
Join us in making a special treat for those snowy days of winter. We will also explore the outdoors to investigate what animals are eating for their winter treats.
Wednesday, February 26 (ages 4-9): Feathered Friends
Despite the cold, we still have birds that make their home here during the winter season. Learn about these birds and help us create an edible tree for birds to feast!
Time: 4:00-5:00pm
Cost: $8 per student/ program
Location: The Green Center, 8025 Blackberry Ave, St. Louis, MO 63130
Pre-registration is required for each program!
Programs will occur indoors & outdoors. Please dress children appropriately for the weather.
To register for a class, contact: Kathleen at 314-725-8314 X 105 or classes@thegreencenter.org
Wednesday, February 5 (ages 4-9): Hunt for Hot Cocoa!
Participate in an outdoor scavenger hunt to win the ultimate winter prize…hot cocoa!
Learn about what you can discover exploring in nature this time of year.
Wednesday, February 12 (ages 4-9): Winter Works of Art
Use nature to inspire and create an artistic winter scene from natural items we collect on our winter walk. We will also create natural Valentine’s Day cards!
Wednesday, February 19 (ages 4-9): Snowed In? Let’s Cook!
Join us in making a special treat for those snowy days of winter. We will also explore the outdoors to investigate what animals are eating for their winter treats.
Wednesday, February 26 (ages 4-9): Feathered Friends
Despite the cold, we still have birds that make their home here during the winter season. Learn about these birds and help us create an edible tree for birds to feast!
Time: 4:00-5:00pm
Cost: $8 per student/ program
Location: The Green Center, 8025 Blackberry Ave, St. Louis, MO 63130
Pre-registration is required for each program!
Programs will occur indoors & outdoors. Please dress children appropriately for the weather.
To register for a class, contact: Kathleen at 314-725-8314 X 105 or classes@thegreencenter.org
2020 Spring Programs
Wednesday, April 1 (ages 4-9): Nature Mobile
Hike our trails to collect natural items to create your own nature mobile!
Wednesday, April 08 (ages 4-9): Green Thumbs Up
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.
Wednesday, April 15 (ages 4-9): Using Your Senses Outdoors
Learn how to use your five senses in the outdoors by exploring a variety of different habitats. Taste from our herb garden, too!
Wednesday, April 22 (ages 4-9): EARTH DAY Jr. Naturalist!
We will hike to find spring wildflowers and create an Earth Day nature journal to record what we discover.
Time: 4:00-5:00pm
Cost: $8 per student/ program
Location: The Green Center, 8025 Blackberry Ave, St. Louis, MO 63130
Pre-registration is required for each program!
Programs will occur indoors & outdoors. Please dress children appropriately for the weather.
To register for a class, contact: Kathleen at 314-725-8314 X 105 or classes@thegreencenter.org
Wednesday, April 1 (ages 4-9): Nature Mobile
Hike our trails to collect natural items to create your own nature mobile!
Wednesday, April 08 (ages 4-9): Green Thumbs Up
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.
Wednesday, April 15 (ages 4-9): Using Your Senses Outdoors
Learn how to use your five senses in the outdoors by exploring a variety of different habitats. Taste from our herb garden, too!
Wednesday, April 22 (ages 4-9): EARTH DAY Jr. Naturalist!
We will hike to find spring wildflowers and create an Earth Day nature journal to record what we discover.
Time: 4:00-5:00pm
Cost: $8 per student/ program
Location: The Green Center, 8025 Blackberry Ave, St. Louis, MO 63130
Pre-registration is required for each program!
Programs will occur indoors & outdoors. Please dress children appropriately for the weather.
To register for a class, contact: Kathleen at 314-725-8314 X 105 or classes@thegreencenter.org
Spring Break Programs
Register by Friday, March 6
REGISTRATION FORM
Spaces is limited for each session so sign up early! Sign up for 1, 2 or all of them!
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 each day *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 16- Art & Nature
Be an artist! Students will learn about and explore Missouri’s outdoor native habitats and create art projects.
Create an animal or a mobile all out of natural materials found outdoors!
Session 2: Tuesday, March 17- Green Chef
Use nature to inspire and create an artistic winter scene from natural items we collect on our winter walk. We will also create natural Valentine’s Day cards!
Session 3: Wednesday, March 18- 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 19- 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.
Our projects theme will be celebrating spring!
To register for a class, contact: Kathleen at 314-725-8314 X 105 or classes@thegreencenter.org
REGISTRATION FORM
Spaces is limited for each session so sign up early! Sign up for 1, 2 or all of them!
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 each day *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 16- Art & Nature
Be an artist! Students will learn about and explore Missouri’s outdoor native habitats and create art projects.
Create an animal or a mobile all out of natural materials found outdoors!
Session 2: Tuesday, March 17- Green Chef
Use nature to inspire and create an artistic winter scene from natural items we collect on our winter walk. We will also create natural Valentine’s Day cards!
Session 3: Wednesday, March 18- 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 19- 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.
Our projects theme will be celebrating spring!
To register for a class, contact: Kathleen at 314-725-8314 X 105 or classes@thegreencenter.org
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.