Live and Learn Early Learning Center

Live & Learn Early Learning Center celebrated it’s 50th year of existence this year. The founding vision of the center is a deep connection for all children to be outside and in nature.

Over the past year our classrooms have worked on our community building with Nature Outdoor Classrooms as the setting and foundation. Our solstice event was attended by over 200 participants this past December.

Imagine now that your are in a sit spot in the outdoor classroom. The wind is gently blowing and you can view the 26 acres spread before you. As you remain silent you hear the familiar call of the barred owl who is raising three owlets in our woods. The turkeys nearby cross the field as a chipmunk dashes over your foot. The smells of the peaches ripening in the tree fill your senses.

Gardens planted by each classroom with our center’s naturalist provide fresh snacks for the children, as well as many bug and worm explorations. The hands on experiences that each child gains in the outdoor classroom lasts with them.

Being located on a small farms offers the experience of gathering eggs and interacting with live animals. Yes, most of your food does come from a farm, not a store. Our pollinator garden and milkweed hosts hundreds of pollinators as well as monarchs. The outdoor classrooms each contain hammocks for resting or finding a quiet space

 

Learn more about this classroom on their certification page!