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🌿 nature education for children
🧵 workshops in traditional craft & applied arts for adults

Registration is open for the fall session of Nature Classes and classes are filling up! Visit moonlitfolkschool.com/educ...
07/30/2026

Registration is open for the fall session of Nature Classes and classes are filling up! Visit moonlitfolkschool.com/education to learn more and register.

Fall Session registration is open!ABOUTEach week, children and their grownups gather outdoors to dive into a seasonal na...
07/30/2026

Fall Session registration is open!

ABOUT
Each week, children and their grownups gather outdoors to dive into a seasonal nature-based topic. Through storytelling, hands-on projects, nature studies, and open exploration, children
learn about and connect with the natural world.
While children play and learn, grownups are encouraged to support their children as needed, connect with each other, engage in hands-on projects, and sit back and soak up the fresh air whenever possible.
Siblings of varying ages may attend together. Younger and older siblings are always welcome! We recommend choosing the class based on the oldest child’s age.

LOCATION
The Folk School takes place at Yellow Farmhouse Education Center on Stone Acres Farm in Stonington, Connecticut. Our outdoor classroom includes our morning circle, construction zone, mud kitchen, art area, and more.
“Stone Acres Farm is a sixty-three acre working farm located in Stonington, Connecticut. The property’s rolling hills, gardens, and acres of vegetable production are open to visitors. Stone
Acres Farm celebrates natural farming, sustainable food, culinary education and the preservation of open space, cultural landscapes, and historic structures.”

DAYS & AGES
Sprouts, for ages 1.5 to 3 years
Mondays or Thursdays 9am-12pm* - late arrival and early departures to accommodate your family’s individual schedule is perfectly fine.

Seedlings, for ages 3 to 5 years
Wednesdays 9:30am-12:30pm

Saplings, for ages 5 to 10 years
Fridays 9:30am-12:30pm

DAILY RHYTHM
9:30 - 10 am - Arrival & Open Play
10 - 10:15 am - Morning Circle: Story, Song & Nature Study
10:15 - 10:45 am - Cooking: prepare & enjoy seasonal snack
10:45 am - 12 pm - Free Play: Exploration & Hands-On Projects
12 - 12:30 pm - Gather for Lunch & Closing Circle
(Monday & Thursday classes meet 9am-12pm)

WEATHER CONSIDERATIONS
We gather in (almost) all weather. Grownups and children alike should come to class prepared to be outside in the sun, rain, snow, and wind. On cold days we build a fire to warm up around. Class will be rescheduled if there are thunderstorms or a weather advisory due to freezing temperatures or excessive heat. Each session has a built in week for a make-up class if we have to cancel. If we have to cancel more than once, families will receive a refund for that cancelled class.

WHAT TO BRING
In addition to being dressed for the weather, please bring a nature journal, something to write with, a lunchbox and water bottle.

COST
10-Week Session: $300/child + $100/sibling*
*No charge for siblings under 2.

To register visit moonlitfolkschool.com/education or call 860.772.5150

Registration is open for summer nature classes! Visit yellowfarmhouse.org to register.
06/23/2026

Registration is open for summer nature classes! Visit yellowfarmhouse.org to register.

Summer Nature Classes begin in just one week!Join us for a summer of friendship, learning, and connection with the natur...
06/14/2026

Summer Nature Classes begin in just one week!

Join us for a summer of friendship, learning, and connection with the natural world.

DAYS & AGES
Seedlings
for ages 0 - 3 with a caregiver
Mondays 9am - 12pm

Sprouts
for ages 3 - 6 with a caregiver
Wednesdays 9am - 12pm

Saplings
for all ages with a caregiver
Tuesdays OR Thursdays
10am - 1pm

Younger & older siblings always welcome in any class, regardless of age.

WEEKLY THEMES
Week 1:
Life in the Dirt
Snack: Stawberry Mousse
Week 2:
Life in the Garden
Snack: Pesto Presto
Week 3:
Life in the Meadow
Snack: Zucchini Fritters
Week 4:
Life in the Pond
Snack: Smoooothies
Week 5:
Life in the Wetlands
Snack: Pizza Party
Week 6:
Life in the Trees
Snack: Street Corn
Week 7:
Life in the Sky
Snack: Chips & Salsa
Week 8:
Life in the Shrubs
Snack: Pass the Pickles
Week 9:
Life in the Orchard
Snack: Jam Jubilee
Week 10:
Life at the Market
Snack: Ice Cream Social

CLASS RHYTHM
9 - 9:30 a.m.
Morning Meeting:
Story, Song & Nature Study

9:30 - 10 a.m.
Cooking Class:
prepare & enjoy seasonal snack

10 - 11:30 p.m.
Nature Exploration
& Hands-On Projects

11:30 - 12 p.m.
Gather for Lunch
& Closing Circle

We follow the children’s lead, going with the flow to allow children to move freely and explore their intrinsic interests. Feel free to arrive late or leave early, as needed.

COST
10-Week Class:
$300/one child
+$50 per sibling

Flex Drop-in Option: $50/class (registration required)

There is no charge for siblings under 2 years.

Younger & older siblings are welcome to attend any class together regardless of age.

LOCATION
The Folk School at at

REGISTRATION
To register visit yellowfarmhouse.org
or call 860-772-5150

NEW ADDITION TO SUMMER FLOWER SUBSCRIPTIONSFirst 10 subscribers will receive a hand-crafted body or kitchen product with...
05/26/2026

NEW ADDITION TO SUMMER FLOWER SUBSCRIPTIONS

First 10 subscribers will receive a hand-crafted body or kitchen product with their bouquet, featuring locally harvested plants.

Summer Flower Subscriptions begin in two weeks, on June 7. At pickup each week I will also a seasonal (to that week) treat (for kitchen & body) available - think lilac syrup, bee balm oxymel, yarrow & st. Johns wort salves, after-sun spray, loose leaf teas, and herb bundles.

Weekly Flower Subcription pick-ups begin June 7th and run through September. Pick-up is anytime after 10am on Sundays!

I'll be here all day to talk shop, too, if you're interested in learning how to work with plant magic. Salves, oil infusions, oxymels, tinctures, syrups, you name it.

The cost is $100/month - i.e. $25 per bouquet. DM to sign-up.

I can't wait to see your beautiful faces on Sunday and share my GARDEN GOODIES with you!

While you are here you can pop next door to for eggs, meat, and milk, and just down the road to for organic veggies!

Our Saplings class (for 5 to 10 years olds) created these awesome hanging baskets out of forsythia branches. It took pre...
05/24/2026

Our Saplings class (for 5 to 10 years olds) created these awesome hanging baskets out of forsythia branches. It took preparation, perseverance, and teamwork. Their excitement at the finished pieces was wonderful to witness.

In Nature Class children (& their grownups) learn through wonder, immersive experiences, exploration, and discovery, wit...
05/21/2026

In Nature Class children (& their grownups) learn through wonder, immersive experiences, exploration, and discovery, within the comfort of a predictable and flexible rhythm.

This week we are exploring butterflies, migration, metamorphosis, symmetry & patterns.

Summer Nature Classes are live and open for registration:

10-Week Session meets June 23 - Aug 31

Seedlings, for ages 0-3
Mondays 9-12

Sprouts, for ages 3-6
Wednesdays 9-12

Saplings, for all ages (geared towards 6-10yo)
Tuesdays 9-12
Or Thursdays 10-1

Younger/older siblings welcome in any class. No charge for siblings under 2.

Cost: $300/one child + $50/sibling

DM for more info & registration links.

Hi folks! When I am not teaching nature classes or home schooling my kids, I am out in the garden growing flowers on our...
05/14/2026

Hi folks! When I am not teaching nature classes or home schooling my kids, I am out in the garden growing flowers on our little farm in North Stonington, CT.

I have Flower CSA's available for purchase. Your support makes it all possible. How it works:

From June through September get a weekly bouquet for $100/month. Pick-up on Sundays after 10am at our farm (or we can arrange a different location).

To sign up, just shoot me a DM!

I am also available to supply arrangements for your summer parties.

Thank you for your support!

I am absolutely obsessed with these bug collages and sculptures made by our Seedlings class this morning. Summer Session...
05/11/2026

I am absolutely obsessed with these bug collages and sculptures made by our Seedlings class this morning.

Summer Session begins June 23rd! Registration is open. DM with any questions!

Harvested the first of the rhubarb for strawberry rhubarb crisp. Whipped our cream to go with it. Created beautiful bug ...
05/08/2026

Harvested the first of the rhubarb for strawberry rhubarb crisp. Whipped our cream to go with it. Created beautiful bug collages & sculptures using natural materials. Learned how to needle felt. ❤️

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