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There's nothing like springtime on a farm! Join us for after-school workshops at Earth School
Something Good in the World "Earth School" Workshops at The Children’s Environmental Education Center at Hilltop Hanover Farm are based on a philosophy of the integration of learning with nature and the outdoors, along with arts-oriented, sensory, whole body experiences, and are designed for all kinds of learners.
AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAM OFFERINGS:
Science Discovery (Session One) Wednesdays: April 9, 23, 30 and May 7
In this series, children will dive into environmental science and engineering challenges. Come discover what polymers are while making massive bubbles, and put flywheels to the test and make corks fly while learning about potential and kinetic energy. These projects are designed to generate wonder, and lead to a place of awe and inspiration.
3:30 – 4:30 p.m. - Ages 5-12
Educator: Holly Stagliano
$75 per child per four-week session
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Sewing on the Farm (Session Two) Wednesdays May 14, 21, 28 and June 4
Sewing is a skill that lasts a lifetime and promotes endless creativity, while improving fine motor skills, ability to focus, and following directions. Participants will learn some of the basic skills needed to create a variety of fun and unique items, including Tooth Fairy pillows, art pins, little animals, and much more.
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3:30 – 4:30 p.m. - Ages 5-12
Educator: Holly Stagliano
$75 per child per four-week session
Cookies and Crafts (Session One) Fridays, April 4, 11, 25, and May 2
In these workshops, participants will create a different gluten-free cookie each week, trying new flavors like lemon and ginger. While the cookies are baking, children will learn how to cut, fold, and twist different kinds of paper to create paper crafts, such as boxes, wreaths, 3-D shapes and flowers.
3:30 – 4:30 p.m. - Ages 5-12
Educator: Maria D’Onofrio
$75 per child per four-week session
Cookies and Crafts (Session Two) Fridays May 9, 16, 30 and June 6
In these workshops, participants will create a different gluten-free cookie each week, trying new flavors like sesame and cinnamon. While the cookies are baking, children will learn how to cut, fold, and twist different kinds of paper to create paper crafts, such as airplanes, baskets, cards and envelopes.
3:30 – 4:30 p.m. - Ages 5-12
Educator: Maria D’Onofrio
$75 per child per four-week session
Educators are trained professionals with extensive experience and a passion for sharing nature and the arts with children. Hilltop Hanover Farm is a 183-acre environmental center owned by Westchester County, with acres of trails. All programs are held outdoors, rain or shine, and indoors at Hilltop Hanover Farm's Children's Environmental Education Center - Building A, Main Residence.
Spaces are still available but advance registration is required.
To register for an Earth School workshop: Download a registration form here, or contact Barbara Sarbin at somethinggooditw@aol.com or 914.217.9249.
We've always got 'something good' going on! View our full spring calendar of events here.For more information about Something Good in the World programs and events, visit us online: www.somethinggoodintheworld.org
