Education
Native Bees | The Unsung Heroes of the Desert
Spring brings an astounding display of desert wildflowers thanks to behind-the-scenes contributions of winter rains and native bees. Flowers rely on bee pollinators to create seeds for the next season’s blooms. Native bees' relationship with plants extends beyond...
Seed Planting for Kids
Early spring is the perfect time to germinate seeds. This activity helps children find joy in watching plants take root and grow!
Butterfly Search
Cactus can take on many shapes and sizes. Some are small some are humongous. Try this fun art activity with children of all ages.
Get Outdoors! Summer Camp at the Garden
What does Desert Botanical Garden’s Children’s Education Department love? Summer Camp at the Garden! From June 2 – 27, campers can spend time in nature exploring the Sonoran Desert. Here are five of our top reasons to attend a Garden summer camp: 1. Have fun outside...
Get Outdoors! – Map Making Merriment
Summer Camps at Desert Botanical Garden will return in early June.
Nature Materials Found in the Garden
One of the most popular nature craft activities involved creating a portrait out of natural materials found in the Garden.