Wild Things - Dickinson, ND

ANNOUNCEMENT about curriculum changes!

I apologize to those who got an email already. I wasn't given instructions for how the class cancelation would take place or I would have absolutely reached out! Unfortunately I wasn't made aware of some of the views that the company I was originally partnering with holds and includes in their curriculum/materials. While these issues that are indeed relevant in the world today, I am personally uncomfortable directly or indirectly promoting them in this way. I am thankful that I was able to reroute my outdoor school adventure before it dissolved into a means for my fielding opinions and reviews from either side of the fence, because I assure you that my heart lies in the simplicity and joy that comes with an outdoor classroom!

🙏 I apologize so sincerely for the abrupt change in direction but hope that you can all respect my decision.

🌞 I am so happy to announce that I will still be providing nature play classes and curriculum to Dickinson!! I am working hard on training and organizing business plans for my own business right now and should have more information very soon!

Please message me here or email me at [email protected] with any questions or concerns you may have and thank you from the bottom of my heart for your understanding!

From my Wild Things to yours,
See you very soon! 🌼

Senses are our tools for discovery. 🔎 We use our senses to take in information about the world around us. And the more senses we use, the more complete our understanding of the world becomes, both because more information is collected and because more regions of our brain are engaged in processing and storing the learning we're doing.

This summer at Tinkergarten, we’ll focus on sensory-rich outdoor learning, first honing in on one sense, then integrating them all together. Free trial classes begin in a few weeks! – If you're not sure about enrolling yet, sign up for a trial class and take Tinkergarten for a test drive! Learn more about our summer season, Seven Senses: https://tkgtn.com/3hiwgN8

Sign up for trial classes or enroll in the summer season: https://www.tinkergarten.com/leaders/alexandria.freeman

Nature is the best learning environment. 💚🌿 Outdoor classrooms present learners with captivating sights, smells and textures – stimulating ALL of the senses.

We know sensory engagement could not be more critical to early learning. The more kids engage their senses and develop their sensory skills, the more they increase their capacity to take in and turn new information into knowledge.

Learn how you can make sense of sensory development: https://tkgtn.com/3Fb6xB4

And don’t forget to join us this summer for our Seven Senses curriculum where we’ll be strengthening and balancing all of our senses all in the perfect classroom: nature!

Register here: https://www.tinkergarten.com/leaders/alexandria.freeman

Meet Tinkergarten Leader, Alexandria Freeman | Tinkergarten Join us for classes in-person or at-home (online)!

We cannot wait to start playing and learning with Dickinson families this summer!

Register now! https://www.tinkergarten.com/leaders/alexandria.freeman

Fill your May with outdoor play with our brand new monthly activities calendar – available now! https://tkgtn.com/36VOLFs

Inside, you’ll find daily DIY activities, nature play ideas, ways to celebrate May’s special days, and more! Here’s a sneak peek at what we’re doing this month:

🌸Get kids hooked on giving with May Day baskets
🌈 Making nature bracelets in honor of Tinkergarten’s 10 year anniversary
🐢 Building turtle water parks for World Turtle Day
☀️ Celebrating AAPI Heritage Month with weekly activities that highlight AAPI cultures

… and so much more! We’ve given our calendar a brand-new mobile-friendly design so you can save it to your phone and bring outdoor joy on-the-go! Get your free calendar and let us know in the comments what you’re most excited to try: https://tkgtn.com/36VOLFs

It’s National Parks Week! 🌳🌿 We are so grateful for the beauty that surrounds us here in the Badlands! Being born and raised in the mountains of the PNW (upper left USA ✌️), I wasn't sure what I'd think about this area. There is beauty everywhere though and this place is certainly no exception!! I'd love to get to know some of you, drop some of your adventures in our area in the comments! 💚

And in case you missed it: Netflix just released a five-episode mini series called Our Great National Parks! This series is dedicated to showcasing the beauty of the most amazing national parks across the planet and the role wildlife plays in each delicate ecosystem. The entire project aims to connect us all to wild spaces and creatures—and part of that is to encourage everyone to head outside today!

To join in, plan and go on a fun, outdoor family adventure. If you like to share, tag and so you can inspire others and we can cheer you on! And to fill your week with outdoor play ideas, grab your free copy of our April activities calendar: https://tkgtn.com/38wIIrr

Exciting news: Summer Tinkergarten is OPEN for enrollment! Join me beginning this JUNE for a Summer full of sunshine, messy play, and joyful learning!

Our summer season, Seven Senses, is designed to help each child strengthen and balance their unique sensory system. We’ll be learning in the most stimulating and soothing classroom of all: the great outdoors! I’m am hoping to lead classes at the NDSU Research Center Park but am still pending that approval (I'll keep everyone posted!) starting in June – I hope you’ll join me!

Tinkergarten has Extended the early bird registration window, and families can still take advantage of savings! Use code SUMMER15 to save 15% and secure your spot today! Click here: https://tinkergarten.com/leaders/alexandria.freeman to enroll. Offer ends 4/29!

If you would like to take a trial class, I'll be offering a few in the weeks prior to the start of our season! Sibling discounts are 25% and all referrals are good for a $25 credit! Refer 5 friends and your season is FREE!

Meet Tinkergarten Leader, Alexandria Freeman | Tinkergarten Join us for classes in-person or at-home (online)!