Little Farmers
A wonder-filled program for ages 2-5 and their grownups!
Little Farmers is a wonder-filled program for ages 2-5 and their grownups, where we explore the farm, the food we grow, and our relationships with the natural world. Together, we connect sensory, place-based experiences to the changes on the farm throughout the seasons, with both open-play and inquiry-based activities—such as tasting veggies, learning about worms, and harvesting carrots—that allow little farmers to explore, build confidence, and become comfortable with the outdoors.
Questions? Please email us at education@cedarcirclefarm.org.
Spring to Early Fall 2024
Little Farmers classes are held weekly on Tuesdays and Sundays from April 23rd through October 31st. We suggest coming to either Sunday or Tuesday, as the classes will have similar programming. You are welcome to attend for the full or partial hour and a half; whatever is best for your child. Use your Little Farmers punch card or register upon arrival.
Days & Times*
• Tuesdays, 9:30 – 10:30 AM**
• Sundays, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM**
*No class on: August 4, 2024
**Classes where the tractor is used to transport program participants may run 20-30 minutes longer.
Class Structure
- Meet for free play in the education garden (10-15 mins)
- Opening circle & introduction of the activity (5 mins)
- Activity (30-35 mins)
- Closing circle & free play (5-10 mins)
Time frames are estimated. Some may be adjusted to accommodate differences in activities and their time constraints.
Themes By Month
Each month our programs will be based off of the Harvest of the Month from VT Feed or NH Farm to School as well what produce is in season on our farm. Please note: Individual class curricula are subject to change based on weather.
- April: Grains & Seeds
- May: Mixed Greens & Asparagus
- June: Herbs & Strawberries
- July: Cucumbers & Berries
- August: Tomatoes & Sweet Peppers
- September: Apples & Cauliflower
- October: Kale, Scallions, Brussels Sprouts
Class Fees
No pre-registration required.
- Drop-In: $10 per class - Use our QR code to register at the Ed Garden on the day of class.
- Punch Card**: $90 for 10 classes + earn a free coffee if you use all of your punches!
**Punch Cards may only be used for the child(ren) listed on the card. If you’d like to invite a friend who is not a cardholder, they may use our day-of drop-in option.
Health Policies
Please click here to read our policies regarding illness.
Cancellation Policy
Classes are subject to cancellation if the weather poses travel safety concerns. We will inform you at least two hours prior if we have to cancel due to safe travel considerations. Classes will also be truncated if the weather becomes unsafe. In the case of a truncated class, you will be reimbursed for 50% of the class if more than 50% of the class time is canceled.
LATE FALL TO WINTER: NOVEMBER-APRIL
The Little Farmers program will pause for a period of time from November to early 2025. Check back for possible later winter/early spring program information!
Little Farmers Family Feedback
Here’s what Little Farmer families had to say about the program:
- “We love the hands-on experience. My child attends the program quite frequently, and every session is fantastic. We feel fortunate to have the Little Farmers program in our community. So far, my child’s favorite lesson was picking tomatoes: it was easy for her to choose colors and harvest independently.”
- “We love all of it! Ice cream making, bug catching, flower picking, storytime.”
- “We enjoy connecting with other local families. We enjoy the community and seeing friendly, familiar faces. We appreciate all the time and thought put into the program. I’ve been attending for over eight years. First as a nanny and now a parent for the last four years. We appreciate the teachers’ dedication and thoughtful additions. They are kind, sweet, and invested. We enjoyed the blueberry whipped cream. That was fun and silly!”
- “My son loves going rain or shine. He talks about Cedar Circle all week. It is a 45-minute drive, and he has convinced his grandparents that they must take him if they are watching him. Now, his grandparents have fallen in love with spending Friday mornings at Cedar Circle and enjoying a cup of coffee/sandwiches.”
- “We love the free and open nature of the class. We can exchange spontaneous conversations and interests. We love the tractor rides”.
- “We love the tractor rides. We love the direct connection with food, whether berry picking or pickle making. Our 3yo came home and requested we turn cucumbers from our garden into pickles. He completed the process entirely independently.”
We welcome your thoughts, ideas, and feedback on Little Farmers and other programs! Take our Education Program Survey.