Roots and Wonders Forest School is a four‑week, nature‑immersive learning program for children ages 4 to 6 held at Gabis Arboretum.

The program blends curiosity‑driven exploration with early literacy, math, science, and art in an outdoor classroom. Guided by trained educators, children engage in playful, hands‑on activities that strengthen foundational skills through direct connection with the natural world. Activities include storytelling, counting and patterning, nature walks, building, painting, and hands-on discovery.

Participants should be potty-trained and dressed for active outdoor play and exploration.

Hosted by: PNW School of Education and Counseling

Questions? Contact Jelena Byers.

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Forest School Details

Ages

4 to 6

Time

9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

Cost

$200

Location

Gabis Arboretum

Dates

• April 10
• April 17
• April 24
• May 1

To request a disability-related accommodation, please contact the Office for Civil Rights at civilrights@pnw.edu or (219) 989-2163 five days prior to the event.

In accordance with Purdue policies, all persons have equal access to Purdue University’s educational programs, services, and activities, without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, genetic information, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, or status as a veteran. See Purdue’s Nondiscrimination Policy Statement. If you have any questions or concerns regarding these policies, please contact the Office for Civil Rights at civilrights@pnw.edu or (219) 989-2337.