Paint with Water

August 21, 2020

Objective: Explore evaporative properties of water in the desert through creative outdoor painting. One characteristic of a desert is a dry climate with a relatively high rate of evaporation. This is especially true for the Sonoran Desert, which in some cases, small...

Dog Days at the Garden

August 4, 2020

Enjoy a “pawsitively” perfect morning stroll through the Garden as you and your pup explore the beauty and sniffs of the trails. Last Dog Admission: May & June: 9:30 – 10 a.m. timeslot The Garden Shop welcomes dogs during your visit. Dogs are not permitted...

Activity | DIY Dog Tags

August 3, 2020

Before you head to Dog Days at the Garden, create matching tags for you and your furry friend. • Print out the dog tag activity page.• Decorate! You can use crayons, markers or any other art supplies you may have at home.• With the help of an adult, cut out your...

Activity | Build a Rain Stick

July 29, 2020

Monsoons sometimes need a little encouragement to get going and really pour. One way to accomplish that is with an instrument that sounds like the pitter-patter of rain. Rain-themed dance and music can be a fun way to express yourself creatively, while integrating...

Activity | Constellation in a Cup

July 15, 2020

ObjectiveChildren will create their own constellation designs to project and view. Materials 5 oz paper cup Pencil Pushpin Cell phone flashlight or single-LED flashlight Have you ever looked up at the night sky and picked out images between the stars? Humans have...

Tag: garden kids

Paint with Water

Dog Days at the Garden

Activity | DIY Dog Tags

Activity | Build a Rain Stick

Activity | Constellation in a Cup