Preschool-2nd Grade Enrichments
About
Enhance and reinforce your science curriculum with PUDDLESTOMPERS guided nature explorations! Our engaging, hands-on programs connect preschool and elementary-aged students to the natural world all year round. As children interact firsthand with the wonders of nature, they develop a deeper understanding of scientific concepts and make independent discoveries in nature. Our lesson topics span all seasons and are designed to highlight the ongoing cycles of nature. Each of our many programs are designed to be accessible and tailored to the developmental needs of the children. For each program, we provide a program handout that includes extension activities and information based on the topic of the day.
Whether it is a one time enrichment to highlight a special topic, or a regular part of your enrichment offerings, PUDDLESTOMPERS can customize our programs to suit the needs of your group. Program location, structure, length, activities, and topics can all be adjusted to create the best lesson for your young explorers!
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Designed for children ages 2-9.
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Minimum of 1 hour visit (can be multiple classes per visit!). Individual classes can be as short as 15 minutes, or as long as 1 hour. Can be scheduled for the morning or afternoon.
Maximum of 20 children per class.
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Classes are held on preschool or elementary school grounds. Our programs are best suited for outdoor spaces, but are adaptable to indoor spaces depending on the weather and season. We offer programs to schools throughout the Greater Boston area!
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All of our lessons correlate with the Massachusetts Curriculum Standards and are STEM-Based.
Recommended Timing
Toddlers (2-3 yrs)
15-20 minutes
Young Preschool (3-4 yrs)
20-35 minutes
Preschool (4-5 yrs)
30-45 minutes
PreK-2nd Grade (5+ yrs)
45-60 minutes
Sample Schedule
5 minutes
Puppet Hello
10-15 minutes
Explanation of lesson theme (pictures, replicas, teaching aides, etc.)
15-20 minutes
Exploration, imaginative play, active games
5 minutes
Closing circle & handouts
Sample Topics
Fall: Squirrels, Chipmunks, Life Under the Leaves, Migration
Winter: Paws & Claws, Hibernation, Foxes, Owls, Camouflage in Winter
Spring: Seed Growth, Pollination, Spring Migration, Woodchucks, Birds: Nesting, Worms
Summer: Metamorphosis, Flowers, Hummingbirds, Ladybugs, Turtles
To see a full list of all of our lessons, please visit our STEM-based Curriculum page.
Pricing
Please contact us for a quote
Rates are subject to change due to travel fees or required documents/procedures
Book an Enrichment
Please fill out the form below if you would like to request more information (including pricing) about our Enrichment Classes, or would like to design a program with us! You may also contact us at info@puddlestompers.com or (617) 527-2000 with any questions.