This Winter, we foster kids’ problem-solving skills. Kids will get the chance to wonder, observe, experiment, and work together—all while developing problem-solving mindsets and learning that it’s fun, healthy and oh-so-important to get outdoors all 4 seasons!

Our lessons follow a steady progression and are organized into three units:

• Unit 1, We Are Explorers (lessons 1-2)—we discover that there are problems to solve everywhere and there are many ways to solve a problem.

• Unit 2, We Are Scientists (lessons 3-5)—we think like scientists to solve big problems, observing, experimenting, and sharing ideas to learn from what we see.

• Unit 3, We Are Changemakers (lessons 6-8)—we explore how working together can help us imagine, test and find the best solutions for our community and our planet!

Time & Location

Wednesday at 10:30am (Jan 8-Mar 5)

Crestwood Regional Park, 1673 E Siesta Dr, Cottonwood Heights, UT 84093

What’s Included

• 8 in-person lessons (+1 bonus or make-up lesson!)

• Open-ended play invitations and engaging nature-based activities

• Animal/creature education

• Music and movement

• Story & Tea Time

• At-home activity ideas and resources just for grown ups

• Weekly book list

• Kids podcast and/or music playlist suggestions

• Skill Certificate

• Early access/registration for upcoming classes, events and more!

Visit the Winter 2025 Info Page to learn more!

Additional Info

The play and nature centered enrichment classes described above follow the thoughtfully designed Tinkergarten© curriculum. Each season, the lessons are intended to help kids develop one of 8 core skills they need to become curious, capable learners who can contribute to their world. Classes are geared for children ages ~18 months to 8 years old, with their parent or trusted caregiver. Classes meet once per week for 75-90 minutes and in all-weather (as per safety guidelines).

*Sibling Discounts & Group Pricing If are enrolling more than one child, your first child will enroll at regular price and then you’ll automatically receive 30% off for each additional child—no code needed! Please email rootedinplaylearning@gmail.com to enroll more than 4 children, or if you’re interested in a private class for your group, co-op, school/micro-school or facility.