Curriculum

At FLC, we hold and guide learners in our "Big Three" values; take care of yourself, take care of others, and take care of the environment. We use these values as the primary developmental goals for each age group:

• 5-6y/o: take care of yourself

  • Learners get to know the needs of their brains and bodies and develop skills to meet those needs

• 7-9y/o: take care of others

  • Learners strengthen social bonds and develop skills in friendship, kindness, and empathy

• 10-12y/o: take care of the environment

  • Learners gain awareness of their surroundings and develop skills to notice details and take initiative

• 13+: embodying all three values through leadership

  • Learners experience being looked up to and develop skills as they relate to being a role model 

 

​All age groups participate in four ‘core’ activities: journaling, sit spots, handicraft, and projects. The learning is scaffolded for further progression each year. When learners reach the 10-12 age group, they add “Responsibility” to their core activities. Each age group has a guiding nature theme that directs their FLC experience; all activities for the year are based and built upon that theme.

• 5-6y/o: Exploration and Imagination

• 7-9y/o: Observation/Connection

• 10-12y/o: Nature Appreciation

• 13+: Stewardship

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Click here for a more comprehensive look at the content of each core activity as it corresponds to our age groups.