Toddler Time at the Barn Nature Center
Discover the wonders of nature with your little explorer at Toddler Time—a delightful blend of animal encounters, interactive storytelling, and creative crafts tailored for curious minds aged 2-5!
Toddler Time at the Barn Nature Center offers a vibrant blend of activities designed to engage young children in a world of discovery. From crafting adventures that nurture fine motor skills to interactive storytelling sessions that ignite imagination, every moment is an opportunity for growth and fun. As toddlers explore the wonders of the natural world through stories, crafts and hands-on animal encounters, they're not just learning—they're building essential social skills and developing empathy. And for parents and caregivers, it's a chance to share in the joy of watching their little ones blossom, creating precious memories together in a welcoming and enriching environment. Many parents have said that attending Toddler Time with their little one made them feel just like a kid again!
Classes typically start at 10:00am and run until 11:00am on Tuesdays and Fridays during the school year, but please remember to check our calendar, as these dates and times are subject to change! Some sessions are held in the afternoon, so be sure to choose the best date for your schedule. Please note that summer schedules may vary.
Admission is $20 for an adult-child pair, with additional attendees at $10 each. Don't miss out—register in advance to secure your spot, as tickets are limited!
Upcoming Toddler Time Classes
Weekly Themes
Class Theme: Pond Pals
Class Dates: September 8th & 11th
Class Description: As the rainy season comes to an end, our ponds are full of water and life! From ducks to frogs to salamanders to turtles, ponds provide perfect habitats for many different creatures! Join us this week as we splash into learning about the residents of ponds through hands-on learning experiences and interactions with our water dwellers!
Class Theme: Who Comes Out at Night?
Class Dates: September 15th & 18th
Class Description: As the day comes to a close and the moon begins to light up the sky, many animals begin to wake up from their deep sleep and get ready to start their day…or night! Join us this week as we put on our night vision goggles and learn all about the happenings of nocturnal critters!
Class Theme: Friends Of The Forest
Class Dates: September 22nd & 25th
Class Description: Whether perched high up in the trees or nuzzled deep below the soil, the forest supports rich life to millions of plants and animals. Its ability to provide animals with many sources of water, diverse food and a variety of shelters makes it an ideal place to call home. Join us this week as we bring the woods to life with some of our very own forest friends!
Class Theme: Animal Tracks
Class Dates: September 29th & October 2nd
Class Description: Similar to the footprints we leave behind as we explore the outdoors, animals also leave their own prints behind them! There are over one million species of animals in the world, and they all have their own tracks that separate them from one another. Join us in learning how to identify the prints that animals leave behind through an interactive craft showcasing our ambassador animals!
Class Theme: Whats Living Under The Leaves?
Class Dates: October 6th & October 9th
Class Description: Did you know that animals like to play in the leaves just like we do? Be-leaf it or not, leaf litter supports the life cycle of countless different species of small critters due to the cover it provides! With Fall right around the corner, now is the perfect time to join us as we prepare for the blanket of leaves that will cover the ground within the next couple weeks!
Want to book a private Toddler Time event for your group?
We are happy to book private Toddler Time events with 1-2 months advance notice. Private group Toddler Time classes are great for large families, moms groups, homeschooling groups, preschools, and friend groups with young children.
To book a private event for your group, reach out to our Education Program Manager for more details.