Maryland’s Eastern Shore has experienced tremendous change over time. Do you know that the dinosaur Astrodon thrived here in the Early Cretaceous? Or that Woodland Indians harvested tulip trees for their dugout canoes? Or that settlers used pokeberries to make ink? Homeschool students ages 7 to 10 will learn these fascinating facts and much more this fall in Time Travel for Homeschoolers! at Adkins Arboretum.
The six-week series meets from 1 to 2:30 p.m. each Tuesday from Sept. 19 to Nov. 7. Homeschoolers will explore Eastern Shore history through exciting hands-on activities, including target practice with handcrafted bows and arrows, natural dye making and a model archaeological dig. Classes will be held largely outdoors; students should wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather.
Time Travel for Homeschoolers! is $110 for Arboretum members and $135 for non-members. A $10 sibling discount is available. Advance registration is required at adkinsarboretum.org or by calling 410-634-2847, ext. 100.
Adkins Arboretum is a 400-acre native garden and preserve at the headwaters of the Tuckahoe Creek in Caroline County. For more information, visit adkinsarboretum.org.