Arbor Day: Celebrating Our Trees (April only)

by Longwood Gardens

Celebrate Arbor Day with Longwood Gardens! Interact with our Educator to recognize the importance of planting and caring for trees, protecting our environment, and preserving our natural resources.

Program Rating

based on 62 evaluation(s).

About This Program

Cost

By Request: $0.00

FREE!

Longwood Gardens provides all of our virtual field trips free of charge for K-12 schools to ensure our programs are accessible to all students.

Length

30 minutes

Target Audience

Education: Grade(s) Kindergarten, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8

Minimum participants:

There is no minimum

Maximum participants:

There is no maximum

Primary Disciplines

Community Interests, Sciences

Program Delivery Mode

Zoom

Booking Information

Registration for this program begins February 1, 2023. For registration and available dates/times, please visit our website - https://longwoodgardens.org/education/k-12-programs/virtual-field-trips. This program is designed for students in grades K-8. Please call (610)388-5217 or email VirtualFieldTrips@longwoodgardens.org if you need assistance.

Sorry, this program is not currently available. To inquire about future availability, please contact Longwood Gardens

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Provider's Cancellation Policy

Please cancel programs at least 48 hours in advance. With the exception of inclement weather situations, schools that do not cancel in advance will be denied participation in other programming for that school year and possible future programs.

About This Provider

Longwood Gardens

Kennett Square, PA
United States

One of the world's great gardens, Longwood's story is one of legacy, innovation, and stewardship. Our Gardens are a living expression of all that our founder, Pierre S. du Pont, found inspiring, meaningful, and beautiful. From the intricate fountain systems to the meticulous gardens to the architectural grandeur, awe-inspiring discoveries await at every turn. Longwood Gardens provides curriculum-based lessons taught by our talented Educators. Lessons include hands-on activities for students to complete as they explore our beautiful Gardens.

Contact:
Kellie Saraceno
virtualfieldtrips@longwoodgardens.org
6103885217

Program Details

Format

1. Welcome to Longwood Gardens and the program
2. Discuss what comes from trees and why they are important
3. Travel through Longwood’s beautiful outdoor gardens and get an up-close look at our champion trees
4. Watch arborists in action
5. Explore treehouses and bonsai at Longwood
6. Close with question and answer session

Objectives

Students will...
- Explain the importance of a tree and Arbor Day
- Describe the role of an arborist
- Identify ways they can make a difference