Who: Ages 3-5 years
Where: Rocky Nook & Stevens Park or Lake Los Carneros
When: 9 am to 1 pm, one day a week
“Parenting children in nature should be like an afternoon in the meadow” “David Sobel (Wild Play, 2011)
Chickadees are our youngest wanderers (3-5 years). The low child to adult ratio allows us to explore the creeks, trails and meadows with the careful attention needed to keep children safe and happy. This low ratio also helps ensure that all children’s voices and ideas are heard which provides critical support to the blossoming language development in this sensory rich environment.
The day usually starts with a walk up to the “Chickadees Meadow” and then a gathering for snacks and an opening circle. Activities vary depending on the weather, season and the energy of the group. Mentors focus on activities that encourage joyful play, meaningful work, team building and harvesting stories that build language skills. Particularly strong “Indicators of Awareness” are likely to include awe & reverence, caring & tending of each other and our natural environment, and common sense.
If you are interested in having your child attend our Woolly Bears 2-4 days/week, click here.
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