Private Group Classes

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About

Not seeing a PUDDLESTOMPERS class that fits your schedule? Work with us to create your own! Our Private Group Classes can be customized to fit your specific needs, including topics, location, timing, dates, & more. Sign up with your neighborhood play group, mothers’ group, or just a group of friends! We’ll guide you and your youngsters in exploring the open spaces in your community (or even your own backyard!), through hands-on exploration, active movement, outdoor play, games, songs, stories, and crafts. At the end of each class, we will provide a take-home handout with fun facts, a book list, projects, and online resources to extend learning into the home. Feel free to contact us at info@puddlestompers.com to develop a class that works for you!

 

  • Designed for children ages 2-9. Our teacher-naturalists are skilled in adapting any lesson to the age range, size, energy level, and specific needs of the group.

  • Programs typically last for one hour, but there is flexibility for longer programs if desired. Work with us to select the time of day, program length, days, dates, and session length that will work best for you!

  • Programs may be held at a local park in your community, our Nature Center, or your own backyard!

  • Classes can be held completely outdoors. Depending on the location chosen, indoor space may be available. Regardless, please come dressed for the weather—rain boots, snow suits, sunscreen, etc.!

  • Wearing masks is optional but encouraged if you or your child are experiencing COVID-19 symptoms. This policy is subject to change.

 
 

Sample Topics

Amazing Amphibians: General amphibian theme, or a specific animal such as frogs, toads, or salamanders!
Beautiful Botanicals: All about plants and how they grow, or a specific theme such as flowers, seeds, or trees!
Creepy Crawlies: Choose from ants, bees, butterflies, sow bugs, grasshoppers, spiders, worms and more!
Feathered Friends: Learn about the life of birds, or get specific with backyard birds, birds of prey, or birds nesting!
Mammal Mania: What makes a mammal a mammal? Or choose an animal such as chipmunk, deer, fox, or beaver!

To see a full list of all of our lessons, please visit our STEM-based Curriculum page!

FAQ

Where are Private Group programs held? These programs can be held wherever you would like! We can assist you in finding a public park or reservation in your community, or you may choose to hold it at our PUDDLESTOMPERS Nature Center (dependent on availability) or even in your own backyard.

Does each child need to be accompanied by a caregiver? It depends on your goals for the program! Private Groups can follow a Child/Adult or Drop-Off structure, or can be completely customized by your group. When booking your private group, we can provide guidance to make sure we are creating a safe and fun environment for everyone.

Private Group Request Form

Please fill out the form below if you would like to request more information (including pricing) about our Private Group 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.