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Discover the Magic of the Sonoran Desert with a New Children’s Book!

Discover the Magic of the Sonoran Desert with a New Children’s Book!

  The Garden is thrilled to share an exciting new book “Sonoran Desert’s Got Magic!” that celebrates the Garden’s 85th anniversary. This one-of-a-kind children’s book is a collaborative effort by Pam Hait and Martha Hunter Henderson, who have been avid...
Making Paper Polyhedrons

Making Paper Polyhedrons

With LIGHT BLOOM opening Oct. 12, gather your family and explore the fascinating world of shapes featured in the exhibition, including polyhedrons.   Children love to explore the fascinating world of shapes — both two-dimensional and three-dimensional. In this...
Leaf Rubbings with Crayons and Watercolors

Leaf Rubbings with Crayons and Watercolors

With the opening of The Leaf Connection on Aug. 24, try this fun family-friendly activity with your kids using leaves you might encounter in your neighborhood.   Whenever you are out in nature, its exciting to see the different shapes and patterns that occur in the...
Plant Pressing

Plant Pressing

A great summertime activity is to collect small leaves and flowers to dry and preserve. These natural keepsakes remind us of special outdoor adventures. They can also be used to make homemade gifts for friends and loved ones. Try this DIY plant press activity that...
Cactus Kids Kits

Cactus Kids Kits

 Cactus Kids Activity Kit Available sept. 24 The Garden is excited to launch an activity kit for kids and their families to get outside and have fun in nature. Cactus Kids Activity Kit includes six different experiences with instructions in English and Spanish to some...
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