School & Group Programs

The Bartlett Arboretum & Gardens offers inquiry-based science programs that extend school curriculum and align with NGSS and CT State Science Standards. Sessions are offered Seasonally. Come join us, feel inspired, and get connected with the natural world.

Plant Life Cycle Series

The Incredible World of Plants

Discover the incredible world of plants. Learn about plant properties, what they need to survive, how to identify a plant, and much more!

NGSS & CT Science Standard Alignment: Grades 1 - 3

Program length: 2 Hour In-Person Field Trip

A Day in the Life of a Seed

Plants have a secret to share. Learn the secret ways seeds travel in this program on how plants start their lives. We will also explore our grounds with live footage from the Arboretum.

NGSS & CT Science Standard Alignment: Grades 1 - 3

Program length: 2 Hour In-Person Field Trip

Composting

Learn all about soil, decomposers, and composting. Find out the difference between dirt and soil, learn about plant nutrients, and have fun discovering the world of decomposers.

NGSS & CT Science Standard Alignment: Grades 1 - 3

Program length: 2 Hour In-Person Field Trip

Pollination

It’s a Pollination Palooza! Examine blooming flowers up-close! Learn about pollination, what it involves, and see it in action through live footage of the Arboretum’s gardens.

NGSS & CT Science Standard Alignment: Grades 1 - 3

Program length: 2 Hour In-Person Field Trip

For inquiries or questions, please contact the Education Department at edu@bartlettarboretum.org

Pre-K Programming

PreK programming is available. Please contact Gabrielle Walther and Zofia Grajski (UConn Master Gardener) at edu@bartletteducation.org