Little Explorers

Watch the pure joy of discovery at finding a new wintery landmark to explore. These Little Explorers took a long hike and were rewarded with finding a frozen pond. Are you interested in learning about how your children could experience moments like these? Scheule your tour today! https://www.littleexplorers.fun/Contact

Last night's snowfall was the finishing touch for our Solstice Celebration. After winter games, crafts, and activities in the yurts, our families went on a lantern hike through the prairie maze just as the snow began to fall. Interested in learning more about our program for 3- to 5-year-olds? Schedule a tour! Open enrollment begins in January!
https://www.littleexplorers.fun/

Open registration for the 2025-26 season opens January 6th! Open to ages 3-5. Register at https://littleexplorers.fun

A frequent question we hear at Little Explorers is: What are the children learning from playing in nature? Here are just a few examples from yesterday's icy creek exploration:
* exploring properties of water
* developing core muscle strength by balancing on a slippery surface
* appreciating the artistic swirls in the ice
* engaging in caretaking of each other as we slip and fall
* self-regulating their body temperature by adding/removing gear
Want to learn more about our program? Visit our website and schedule a tour!
https://www.planit.community/education-outreach/little-explorers

The Dynamite Deer explored things that splash, drip, and drop today.

The children took great pride in creating a thank you sign for Mr. Francis. They were so appreciative of his help in providing mulch for our play space. And because they so enjoyed watching him haul and spread the mulch with his front end loader, they rolled their own toy trucks through paint and onto his sign. Many children took the opportunity to sign their name or make a mark to represent their personal gratitude. And boy was Mr. Francis overjoyed to drive by and see his surprise sign!

Small group forest exploration makes for deep dive community discussions.

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"We’ve seen her confidence build, her empathy for nature and others blossom, and her light grow brighter and brighter every week. Her love for adventure and connecting with those around her is more apparent daily. It’s truly all thanks to the amazing educators and their kindness, support, and guidance."

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Tuesday/Thursday

Age 3*

9-11:30 AM

Tuesday-Thursday

Ages 4-5*

9-12 AM

Enrichment Camp

3-6 and mixed ages to 13

1-2:30 PM

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About Our Forest Day Camp

Our Mission

Little Explorers is an early education outreach of PlanIt Landscape Perspectives, LLC at zero profit to continue and cultivate a child’s love for nature throughout the seasons through timely nature based play and instruction while developing a love for learning through a half day program.

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