Taking Root Garden Design is now offering local homeschool garden and nature classes.
See below for more information or share with someone you know!
Starting Spring 2026: Taking Root Homeschool Collective
Exploring God’s Creation Through Nature and the Garden
I’m a fellow homeschool mom of 10+ years as well as a garden designer and nature educator and I’d love to share my passion for God’s creation with your kids! Kids are indoors and on screens more than ever these days but there is an antidote- time in nature and in the garden! But what does that look like? If you want your children to spend more time outdoors and in the garden but aren’t sure where to start, I’m here to help.
I’m gauging interest in a bi-weekly, faith-based garden and nature class for children ages 5-12 featuring:
Monthly nature themes explored through small outdoor classes twice per month
Nature journaling, hands-on garden activities, observations, and nature games
Connections to Scripture and God’s design in creation
A monthly newsletter with at‑home learning ideas
A suggested local kid-friendly hike each month (with optional group outings)
Class Details:
2 classes per month broken into 2 age groups
1:00-2:30 p.m. class for ages 5-8
2:30-4:00 p.m. class for ages 9-12
Classes will be held at Henry Horton State Park in Chapel Hill. This allows for access to trails, outdoor meeting space and restrooms, along with space for non-class siblings to play in the background.
Each month would have a different nature and garden theme explored through:
Connections to scripture and God’s design in creation
Nature and garden journaling
Hands-on garden activities
Observation and nature games
Small, take-home garden projects
Parents would receive a monthly newsletter with at‑home learning ideas and resources
A suggested local kid-friendly hike would be shared each month (with optional group outings if there’s interest)
Option to pay per month (March, April, May) or discounts on a 3 month package:
1 Month of classes (2 total classes): $50 per child
3 month package discount (6 total classes): $120 per child
Certain months may have a small materials fee depending on specific projects