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Group workshops at HortPark

Relevant fees apply

About the workshops

There is a variety of group workshops catered for adults and children that you can choose from in HortPark.

 

Embark on a nature exploration journey at the Pitter Patter Potter Garden, a "Classroom in a Garden" specially designed to complement schools’ curricula.

In this workshop, children will develop a sense of wonder and respect for nature while deepening their knowledge about plants.

Quick facts

Who can join: Children aged 5-6 years for the basic workshop and children aged 7-9 years for the advanced workshop

Group size: Minimum 15 participants and a maximum of 20 participants per group

Duration: 1.5 hours

Cost: $7 per pax



Details:

Workshop type

What it is about

Skills or concepts learnt

Basic

Discover the world of diverse plant forms and colours, the variety of fruits and seeds, plant life cycles and the animals that live in the garden.

  • Nature observation and classification
  • Counting and measuring
  • Communication of thoughts and observations
  • Caring for nature

Advanced

Learn about the plant life cycle, seed dispersal and the different ways that plants multiply.

Observe the interactions between plants and animals and gain an appreciation of biodiversity in a garden habitat.

  • Nature observation
  • Recording and journaling
  • Language and communication
  • Caring for nature

How to register

You will have to send an email or call 6471 5601 to register your interest at least 1 month in advance, and sessions are subject to availability.

Note:

  • Worksheets and materials will be provided for all workshops.
  • In the event of wet weather, an indoor activity will be conducted.

Request teacher's package

Schools that are unable to join the workshops or wish to teach about plants and garden life during classroom lessons may request a Pitter Patter Potter teacher's package.

The package includes:

  • A virtual tour video of the Pitter Patter Potter Garden.
  • A deck of learning slides.
    • Topics include plant forms, plant colours, garden animals, caring for nature, fruits and seed variety (for the basic workshop) and seed dispersal (for the advanced workshop).

If you are a teacher, you may send an email or call 6471 5601 to request a teacher's package. You will have to provide the name of the school you are from and the level your students are in.