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First Child in the Woods
is a unique educational series that introduces young children to the wonders of nature and earth science. Programs provide early learning experiences, parent-child interaction and enhance children's intuitive connections with the natural world. Classes are filled with age appropriate animal visits, hikes, activities, crafts and games.
Wee ones (2 & 3-year-olds with an adult partner):
Introducing inquisitive youngsters to nature in a gentle nurturing environment. Topics include Fur, Feathers, Scales, Fins and Antennae.
Nature Pre-school: (4 & 5-year-olds with an adult partner)
Building on nature themes and exploring outdoor connections. Topics include:
Colors in Nature, Shapes in Nature and Animals in Winter.
Elementary Explorers (6 to 8-year-olds with an adult partner) Exploring earth sciences while creating lifelong natural connections. Topics include: Wind & Weather and the Power of Water.
Junior Naturalists (9 to 14-year-olds)
Graduating as a Junior Naturalist is the pinnacle of First Child in the Woods. This hands-on program develops tracking skills, wildlife identification, hiking safety, wild animal care and creates new generations of young environmentalists. These programs explore and build connections with nature that will last a lifetime.
The above programs are fee based or FREE to members at the family level or higher.
Family Public Programs
Experience, appreciate, and enjoy the wonders of Ijams' flora, fauna and natural habitats through engaging programs for all the family, including:

• Nature's Yuckiest
• Owl Prowls
• Night Lights
• Bug Nights
• And much more!
All family public programs are free or discounted for Ijams members.
Please see our new brochure below for more details!

First Child in the Woods Brochure

Check Monthly Calendar for upcoming program dates and times.
Special thanks to Knoxmoms.com and Knoxville News-Sentinel for their generous sponsorship of First Child in the Woods. Click on logos for weblinks.

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