Programs for Ages 6 & Under with an Adult

Child with hyacinthsJoin us with your child or grandchild to learn about plants and the Garden. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Registered participants only, please. Registration and payment must be done prior to day of the class. Please call (314) 577-9506 if you have questions.

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Strollerobics
Little Sprouts (ages 2–3)
Garden Buds (ages 4–6)
Pitzman Summer Saturdays (ages 4–6)

Or see a listing of all Youth & Family Classes at all locations (the Missouri Botanical Garden, the Shaw Nature Reserve, and the Sophia M. Sachs Butterfly House).

 

STROLLEROBICS

Participant pushing stroller around Japanese Garden pathWorkout at the Garden with trained fitness instructors! Strollerobics (eight-week series) is a fun workout for all fitness levels. Participants push strollers along the Garden’s mostly flat paths, stopping to do cardio and toning exercises. Your children will enjoy the Garden’s sights and sounds, while you get a great workout!

Class Schedule:
Three eight-week series are offered this Fall! Morning and evening times available!

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Frequently Asked Questions about Strollerobics

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“I loved the class and the opportunity to be in the gardens in the evenings. My daughter had lots to see as we walked around.”
—Strollerobics Participant

 

LITTLE SPROUTS (ages 2–3)

Girl in bulb gardenLearn about plants and nature with your 2–3 year old during this seven-week series. Each session includes indoor, hands-on activities, songs, stories, snacks and a walk in the Garden.

Spring (April–May)
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 7 week session
Summer (June) .....
  4 week session
Fall (September–October) .....
  7 week session
Winter (November–December) .....  4 week session

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Frequently Asked Questions about Little Sprouts

Little Sprouts logo“As a 35 year veteran teacher I am truly impressed with the content, the teacher’s enthusiasm and ability to keep children involved. Excellent!”

“I enjoyed how everything flowed and each part of the class connected together. Our son really learned and made great memories.”

“As a grandmother, I was very impressed with the teachers, the class content and the information my grandson learned.”

—Little Sprouts Participants

 

GARDEN BUDS (ages 4–6)

Girl repotting plantDiscover the amazing world of plants with your preschooler in Garden Buds! Spring means new growth, flowers, rain, and wonderful smells in the Garden. Use your senses to find the signs of spring and take home a sweet-smelling plant of your own.

Class Schedule:
Garden Buds is offered every other week on Thursday mornings during March, April, May, September, October, and November. 

Multi-class benefit: If you book three or more programs, your child will receive a free t-shirt and journal.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Garden Buds

Garden Buds logo“Excellent—the content was presented enthusiastically and the ideas were clever and interesting for kids.”

“This was our first time attending and it was great. The instructors adapted the schedule to better suit the kids as the program went on. Snacks, activities were great and very well run.”
—Garden Buds Participants

 

PITZMAN SUMMER SATURDAYS (ages 4–6)

Children celebrate with flagsEnjoy the wonders of nature with your favorite 4–6 year old this summer. Child-centered, hands-on classes include time outdoors, classroom discussion, a craft project and a snack. Class topics include gnome home and fairy gardens, maps and mazes, Jack’s magic beans and more!

Class Schedule:
Pitzman Summer Saturdays are offered Saturday mornings during late June and July. See schedule of upcoming Pitzman Summer Saturdays.

Frequently Asked Questions About Pitzman Summer Saturdays

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Scholarships Available

The Missouri Botanical Garden’s Education Department offers need-based scholarships so that every student has the opportunity to experience, explore, discover and learn at the Garden, the Shaw Nature Reserve and the Sophia M. Sachs Butterfly House. Both schools/organizations and individual students may apply.

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