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The Homeschool Connection
Programs designed with the homeschooler in mind! Pre-K through 8th grade.
Cost:
Parent/Teacher: $2 admission per person / Members Free
Student: $8 per student (Members $5)
Program times are 1pm-3pm unless otherwise noted. Please dress weather appropriate.
PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED!
Email to register: homeschool@wildlifeprairiestatepark.org
What to expect:
- This multi-age level, naturalist-conducted program with learning opportunities for every age group.
- Lessons are designed to increase awareness of the wonders of the natural world.
- The outdoor portion may be a hike and/or game or other all-age inclusive activity to further the lesson of the day.
| Feb 8 |
Eye on Eagles |
See live Eagles and learn why this animal is our Nation's symbol, along with what makes it such a magnificent creature. |
| March 14 |
Awesome Amphibians |
Get up close with several types of amphibians and learn about metamorphosis and how these slimy critters survive. |
| April 11 |
A River runs Through It |
Study the different Micro and Macro species that live in Illinois' waterways. |
| June 6 |
Radical Reptiles |
Don't miss this opportunity to find out why reptiles have some of the coolest adaptations in the Animal Kingdom! Meet several different types of reptiles and what makes them unique. |
| July 11 |
Grazers Galore |
Herbivores are everywhere including your own backyard! Do field studies on some of our very own 7-foot and 2000 lbs. mammals within the Park! |
| Aug 8 |
Wild About Wolves |
Learn about a real life wolf pack and how they work together and function to survive in the wild. |
| Sep 12 |
Precision Predators |
Strength, stealth, and smarts help a variety of predators capture their prey. Learn about several different species that live in Illinois.
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| Oct 10 |
Creepy Crawlers |
Time for some of our gooey, slimy, and funny-looking favorite species and why we love them! |
| Nov 7 |
Nocturnal Animals |
There's a whole other world of creatures once the sun goes down. Find out how they have adapted to thrive at night! |
2012 Homeschool Flyer
Information and resources from past Homeschool programs may be found in the Homeschool Connection Archives.
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