Preschool Discovery Programs

Maine Audubon preschool discovery programs are adventures into the world of nature through stories, creative play, songs, art, and hands-on learning. Choose from the following age-specific sessions:

View the 2008-09 Preschool Discovery Brochure

View the 2008-09 Good Night Nature Brochure

View the 2008 SUMMER Preschool Brochure

Tadpoles: ages 2-3

Buzzing Bees: ages 3-4

Curious Cubs: ages 4-6

Family Fun: mixed ages

Good Night Nature: ages 3-6

Summer Tadpoles: ages 2-3

Summer Buzzing Bees: ages 3-4

Summer Squash: ages 4-5

Summer Family Fun: mixed ages

Summer Tadpoles

For children ages 2-3 with parent/guardian

You and your little one will discover the natural world together in this hands-on and playful program. Spend the hour playing, singing, listening to stories, making crafts, and exploring nature. Each class spends time outside. No snack is provided.

Cost per four-week session:

$40/member, $60/nonmember

All sessions Limited to 10 children

Advance registration necessary

Mondays, 9-10 a.m.

 

Summer Session Two:

July 21-August 11

 

Summer Family Fun

Ages 2-6 years with parent/guardian

Family Fun is designed specifically for families with children of multiple ages. Each week there will be a new theme witha special craft and story, and plenty of educational toys for lots of fun play time. Infant and toddler siblings are welcome. Some time may be spent outside. No snack is provided. Maximum of three children per accompanying adult. No charge for children under 2.

Cost per four-week session:

$40/member, $60/nonmember

All sessions Limited to 10 children

Advance registration necessary

Mondays, 10:15 a.m.-11:15 P.m.

 

 

Summer Session Two:

July 21-August 11

Summer Buzzing Bees

Ages 3-4 with parent/guardian

Each program is a new adventure into the world of plants and animals. After playingand listening to a story,eat a picnic lunch, make a craft, explore nature, and play games. Please bring your lunch to each class.

Cost per four-week session:

$60/member, $90/nonmember

All sessions Limited to 10 children

Advance registration necessary

Mondays, 11:30-1:15 a.m.

 

Summer Session Two:

July 21-August 11

Summer Squash

Drop-off programs for ages 4-5

Your children discover, appreciate, and enjoy nature through stories, songs, games, crafts, and hikes. Most of the time will be spent outdoors, weather permitting.

Cost per two-week morning session:

$127/member, $187/nonmember

All sessions Limited to 10 children

Advance registration necessary

Tuesdays and Thursdays. 9 a.m.-12 p.m. or 1-4 p.m.

 

Summer Session Three:

July 22-31

Rainbow of Colors

Summer Session Four:

August 5-14

Feathers and Fur

 

Wednesdays and Fridays. 9 am.-12 p.m.

 

Summer Session Three:

July 23-August 1

Rainbow of Colors

Summer Session Four:

August 6-15

Feathers and Fur

 

 

Tadpoles 2008-09

 

For children ages 2-3 with parent/guardian

 

You and your little one will discover the natural world together in this hands-on and playful program. Spend the hour playing, singing, listening to stories, making crafts, and exploring nature. Each class spends time outside.

 

All sessions Limited to 10 children

Advance registration necessary

 

Tuesday
9:15-10:15 a.m.

 

Session One:

September 2-October 21

$80/member, $120/nonmember

 

Session Two:

October 28-December 16

$70/member, $105/nonmember

 

Session Three:

January 6-February 10

$60/member, $90/nonmember

 

Session Four:

Februray 24-April 14

$80/member, $120/nonmember

 

Session Five:

April 28-June 2

$60/member, $90/nonmember

Wednesday
10:30-11:30 a.m.

Session One:

September 3-October 22

$80/member, $120/nonmember

 

Session Two:

(No class November 11)

October 29-December 17

$80/member, $120/nonmember

 

Session Three:

January 7-February 11

$60/member, $90/nonmember

 

Session Four:

Februray 25-April 15

$80/member, $120/nonmember

 

Session Five:

April 29-June 3

$60/member, $90/nonmember

 

Buzzing Bees 2008-09

Ages 3-4 with parent/guardian

Each program is a new adventure into the world of plants and animals. After playing and listening to a story, make a craft, have a snack, explore nature, and play games. Each class spends time outside. Bring your own bag lunch to enjoy with others after class.

 

All sessions Limited to 10 children

Advance registration necessary

 

Tuesday
10:30 a.m.-12 p.m.

Session One:

September 2-October 21

$120/member, $180/nonmember

 

Session Two:

(No class November 11)

October 28-December 16

$105/member, $158/nonmember

 

Session Three:

January 6-February 10

$90/member, $135/nonmember

 

Session Four:

Februray 24-April 14

$120/member, $180/nonmember

 

Session Five:

April 28-June 2

$90/member, $135/nonmember

 

Curious Cubs 2008-09

Drop-off programs for ages 4-6

This program challenges children to explorenature and ask questions about the world around them. Your child will enjoy a fun-filled class full of games, free play, stories, art and nature exploration. Each class spends time outside.

 

All sessions Limited to 10 children. Advance registration necessary

 

Tuesday
1-2:30 p.m.

Session One:

September 2-October 21

$120/member, $180/nonmember

 

Session Two:

(No class November 11)

October 28-December 16

$105/member, $158/nonmember

 

Session Three:

January 6-February 10

$90/member, $135/nonmember

 

Session Four:

Februray 24-April 14

$120/member, $180/nonmember

 

Session Five:

April 28-June 2

$90/member, $135/nonmember

 

Family Fun 2008-09

Ages 2-6 years with parent/guardian

Family Fun is designed specifically for families with children of multiple ages. Each week there will be a new theme with a special craft and story, and plenty of educational toys for lots of fun play time. Infant and toddler siblings are welcome. Some time may be spent outside. Maximum of three children per accompanying adult. No charge for children under 2.

All sessions Limited to 10 children

Advance registration necessary

 

Monday
10-11 a.m.

Session One:

(No class September 1 or October 13)

September 8-October 20

$60/member, $90/nonmember

 

Session Two:

October 27-December 15

$80/member, $120/nonmember

 

Session Three:

(No class January 19)

January 5-February 9

$50/member, $75/nonmember

 

Session Four:

Februray 23-April 13

$80/member, $120/nonmember

 

Session Five:

(No class May 25)

April 27-June 1

$50/member, $75/nonmember

 

Wednesday
9:15-10:15 a.m.

Session One:

September 3-October 22

$80/member, $120/nonmember

 

Session Two:

October 29-December 17

$80/member, $120/nonmember

 

Session Three:

January 7-February 11

$60/member, $90/nonmember

 

Session Four:

Februray 25-April 15

$80/member,

$120/nonmember

 

Session Five:

April 29-June 3

$60/member, $90/nonmember

 

Good Night Nature 2008-09

Ages 3-6 with parent/guardian

Visit Gilsland Farm Audubon Center in Falmouth for the evening and listen to a bedtime story. Snacks and activities willaccompany the program. Don't forget to wear your PJs!

Per Program: $10/member, $15/nonmember

All sessions Limited to 10 children

Advance registration necessary

 

Goodnight Sweet Butterflies
Thursday, September 11

Bat Baby Finds a Home
Thursday, October 9

Night in the Country
Thursday, November 13

The Big Yawn
Thursday, December 11

Runaway Bunny
Thursday, January 8

Snowmen at Night
Thursday, February 12

Bear and the Scary Night
Thursday, March 12

Giving Thanks
Thursday, April 9

Time to Say Goodnight
Thursday, May 14

Very Lonely Firefly
Thursday, June 11