Environmental Learning Center
Environmental Learning Center
Environmental Learning Center
Little Wonders is an engaging outdoor nature enrichment and early literacy program for children 18 months to 4 years old.
Outdoor exposure benefits humans in so many ways, yet, we do not spend nearly enough time outside. This is especially true for our little ones who desperately need meaningful nature play and exploration opportunities.
Participate in Interactive Story Time, Outdoor Mud Kitchen, Pond Exploration, and Nature Crafts.
Join us on the third Saturday of each month from 10-11 AM & 11:30 AM-12:30 PM
$15 per child accompanied by one adult.
Free for SNAP/WIC beneficiaries- Please call 772-589-5050
*This is designed to have parent or guardian participation.
Pre-registration is required as we need at least six sign-ups to run the program.
Scholarship opportunities available.
Join us January 17th at 10 AM or 11:30 AM and be prepared to get wet and wade in our pond to learn all about our fishy friends!
Join us February 21st at 10 AM or 11:30 AM for a sensory scavenger hunt, rainbow craft, and discovery of the many shades that make nature beautiful.
Join us March 21st at 10 AM or 11:30 AM and be prepared to get wet! Discover how water ‘goes with the flow’, spend sensory time in and around our
Join us on April 18th at 10 AM or 11:30 AM to discover the world of butterflies and bees, explore our wildflower garden, and create a beautiful craft to take
An adult must be present with the child throughout the entirety of the program.
Participants will meet in the Welcome Center. Adults and children are free to adventure around the ELC campus or enjoy lunch on campus after the program concludes.
Swim diapers or pullups are required to participate in all water activities for all children who are not potty trained.
Adults must sign an indemnification form to allow children to participate in the program.
Wear clothing and footwear that can get dirty and wet from nature and art play. The ELC encourages direct contact with the natural world whenever possible (including exploration without shoes, at times). Each parent or guardian is to use his or her discretion when deciding whether or not to allow a child to play barefoot.