Homeschool and Family Program - Flower Anatomy

Explore the art and science of plant identification through walks in the Gardens, botanical sketching and hands-on dissection of plants. We will focus on the pattern method of family-level identification by observing floral parts, leaf shape and arrangement. Students will leave with an appreciation of plant diversity, the tools to look up unfamiliar plants and the curiosity to explore and learn on their own. For children ages 8 and up. Adult chaperone optional. Topics covered will vary according to seasonal bloom times, and they're tailored to students' interest. Students will benefit most from attending the whole series, but one-time signups are welcome. The first class, "Flower Anatomy," is strongly suggested as a prerequisite to the other classes in the series.