The Garden Science Series

Hands-on science through gardening, observation, and discovery.

Children don't just learn about plants—they grow them. Each 4-week series combines gardening, observation, journaling, and hands-on science as children start plants from seed, observe their development, and learn how to continue caring for them at home.

Direct Step Up Provider & Private Pay Welcome

Garden Science Important Dates

Garden Science Series at a Glance:

Series: 4-week plant study
Frequency: 1 session per week
Session Length: 1 hour
Investment: $95 per 4-week series ($23.75/session)
Parent Gathering Space: Parents and caregivers are welcome to relax, read, work quietly, or connect with other families while students participate.
Updated Program Pricing
Pricing for upcoming series has been updated to reflect materials, supplies, and the continued growth of our hands-on Garden Science experiences.

What Gardeners Will Experience:

Each four-week series combines hands-on gardening, observation, and science as children learn by doing.

Start plants from seed and learn what they need to grow
Observe, measure, and record plant growth
Explore plant life cycles, soil, pollinators, beneficial insects, and garden ecosystems
Participate in hands-on science activities inspired by Florida science concepts
Practice real gardening skills such as planting, transplanting, watering, and plant care
Record observations and discoveries in a Casa Feliz Garden Science Journal
Care for their plants throughout the series and take them home to continue growing
All seeds, soil, plants, pots, garden materials, and supplies are included

2026 Garden Series Calendar:

October

FULLY ENROLLED

Growing: Bush Beans & Cut Flowers
Monthly Theme: Seed to Market

During October, students will grow, create, and prepare for our upcoming Plant Affair while learning how to take their garden goods from seed to market!

Session Time Reminder: Please attend your registered session time each week to help keep groups balanced. If you need to switch or schedule a makeup session, please contact me in advance. Makeups may be attended during another available session, space permitting.

November

Monday Dates: 2, 9, 16, 23
Time Options: 9:00–10:00 AM or 11:30 AM–12:30 PM
This November, we’re going beneath the garden to discover the world of living soil!
Children will:
🪱 Explore worms, decomposition & vermicomposting
🌱 Plant and grow dill + bachelor buttons
🔎 Discover how healthy soil supports plant life
🏡 Build their own worm farm to take home
🍂 Explore the connections between decomposition, nutrients and new plant growth
Four weeks of hands-on science, gardening and discovery at Casa Feliz Schoolhouse. 🌱
November registration opening soon!

December

Monday Dates: 7, 14, 21
Time Options: 9:00–10:00 AM or 11:30 AM–12:30 PM
*To accommodate holiday plans, travel, and family vacations, our December Garden Science Series will include 3 classes, 1.5 hours each instead of our traditional four 1-hour sessions.
The extended sessions allow us more time for hands-on gardening, science exploration, and terrarium making while offering families greater flexibility during the holiday season.
This December, we’re exploring the fascinating world of succulents & terrariums!
Children will:
🌵 Discover how succulents store water & survive dry conditions
🔎 Explore plant adaptations, roots, soil & drainage
🌱 Learn how to care for and propagate succulents
🪴 Design and build their own living terrarium
🎁 Create a beautiful living gift to keep or give to someone special
Four weeks of hands-on science, gardening and creating at Casa Feliz Schoolhouse. 🌱
December registration opening soon!

Save your spot today!

Complete the form below to reserve your child's place in the Garden Science Series. After submitting your information, you’ll be contacted with the next steps for either Step Up or private payment.

Using Step Up?

As a direct provider with Step Up for Students, eligible families may use their scholarship funds to enroll. Families are also welcome to register and pay privately.