Scheduling a Classroom Program with Willow Bend
To ensure a high-quality educational experience, we only work with one class at a time. Programs run 50 minutes.
Coyote Tales
Learn about the natural history of this very adaptable animal through Native American coyote tales. Out of Respect for Native American traditions, this program is only available November through March.
Creature from Planet X
This introduction to the amazing arachnid family has plenty of spider surprises, so shhhh, keep the topic a secret from your students!
Exploring Earthworms
By looking at real, live earthworms, students will learn more about these amazing animals and their role in composting.
From Trees to Paper
Through storytelling and hands-on activities, students will learn the importance of trees, how they become paper, and why it is so important to recycle. Suggested follow-up field trip: “Flagstaff Recycling Tour”
Incredible Insects
Students learn the life cycle and body parts of these fascinating creatures through song and insect exploration.Suggested follow-up field trip: “Incredible Insects Field Trip”
Midnight Hunters: Owls
Through hands-on activities and props, students will learn the importance of these hunters as well as their unique body adaptations for catching prey. Be aware of potential Native American conflicts.
Recycling Rules!
Students explore why recycling is so important and understand the basic rules of recycling in Flagstaff. Supported by the City of Flagstaff. Suggested follow-up field trip: “Flagstaff Recycling Tour”
Saddle Up!
Historical ranch artifacts are a fun and educational introduction to Flagstaff ranching history.
Snow: Animals in Winter
Students discover how different animals respond to snow through a story and imagination acting. This program is only offered November through March.