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Harvest Moon

October 27, 2017 - Preschool News

The Harvest Moon By Rose Brusaferro “For the child… it is not half so important to know as to feel.” – Rachel Carson We used September to get settled in;… Read more »

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Back To School!

September 27, 2017 - Preschool

Back To School! by Meghan deKozlowski Summer has faded and The Nature Preschool is back in session! We are excited for another year of adventure and growth! The classrooms have… Read more »

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Every Leaf Speaks Bliss To Me, Fluttering From the Autumn Tree…

November 4, 2016 - Forest Dreamers

  Forest Dreamers are poets of the forest! We explored the trails of our beloved Irvine with a song in our hearts! We heard  and created beautiful stories inspired by the fall… Read more »

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The Leaves, They Are a-Changin’

October 14, 2016 - Preschool, Preschool Weekly

October’s Party October gave a party; The leaves by hundreds came— The Chestnuts, Oaks, and Maples, And leaves of every name. The Sunshine spread a carpet, And everything was grand,… Read more »

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Digging Through Time

April 8, 2016 - Preschool, Preschool Weekly

Nature Preschool had a blast from the prehistoric past this week! It all started when our planet was first formed and covered in oceans. We learned about how life developed… Read more »

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      ▼
      • Mission, Vision and Values
      • Irvine Staff
      • Board of Trustees
      • Employment Opportunities
      • The Nature of Things on WYPR
    • Visit
      ▼
      • Plan Your Visit to Irvine
      • Animal Ambassadors
    • Support
      ▼
      • Become A Member
      • Make a Donation
      • Other Ways To Give
      • Corporate Partnerships
      • Volunteer
    • Early Childhood Education
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      • The Nature Preschool (Ages 3-5)
      • Little Birds (Ages Birth-3)
      • Earth Friends Outdoors Homeschool Program (Ages 5-12)
    • Nature Programs
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      • Programs for Children
      • Programs for Adults
      • PROGRAMS FOR SCHOOL-AGE GOUPS
    • Rentals & Special Events
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      • Weddings & Rentals
      • Birthday Parties
      • Pumpkins on the Green
    • Become a Member/Renew
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