Little ones ages 3 to 5 will have the opportunity to interact with other children and strengthen their understanding of nature at the Shaw Nature Reserve. Little Nature Explorers classes are a great way to prepare your child for preschool or kindergarten.
Classes include multiple hands-on indoor and outdoor activities designed to strengthen your child's connection to the world around them.
9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at Shaw Nature Reserve in Gray Summit.
Cost is $12 for members of the Missouri Botanical Garden and Shaw Nature Reserve passholders. $15 for the general public. Registration is required.
More information and to register: mobot.org
Photo courtesy of the Missouri Botanical Garden
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