Norfolk Botanical Garden Educational and Homeschool Programs

Norfolk Botanical Garden offers a variety of educational programs tailored for both school groups and homeschool families. Their programs are designed to provide interactive, nature-based learning experiences, helping students explore and understand the natural world. Educational Offerings: - **School Programs and Tours**: These include sensory tours, map skill practice, and planting activities that cater to various educational levels from Pre-K to Grade 12. Programs align with Virginia Standards of Learning (SOL), making them ideal for reinforcing classroom concepts. - **Homeschool Programs**: Events like "Homeschool in the Garden" and "NBG Homeschool Day" allow homeschool families to engage in guided and self-guided activities, thematic crafts, and nature tours. - **Workshops and Classes**: A variety of gardening, art, and wellness workshops are available, which support learning through practical, hands-on activities. - **Children & Family Programs**: These programs engage families in exploring nature and fostering a love for the environment through fun, interactive activities.