About Our School Programs...

Willow Bend offers 45 in-class programs designed to supplement teachers’ science curricula. Our programs are locally focused, standards-aligned, and activity-based. They are available to teachers at schools where we are currently contracted: Flagstaff Unified School District, Williams Elementary, Maine Consolidated, and Fredonia Moccasin Unified School District. To schedule a program at one of these schools, contact Kirstie Bickford. To become a Willow Bend School, contact Sapna Sopori.

Classroom Programs
- Kindergarten
- First Grade
- Second Grade
- Third Grade
- Fourth Grade
- Fifth Grade
- Sixth Grade
- Middle School & High School
Field Trips
- Overview & Logistics
- Recycling Tour
Educational Resources
- Willow Bend Kits
- Other Resources
Teacher Trainings
- Program Description

Classroom Programs: First Grade

To ensure a high-quality educational experience, we work with only one class at a time. Programs run 50 minutes unless otherwise noted.

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
Coyote Tales: Learn more 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.) Suggested follow-up field trip: “Puppet Shows” at the Museum of Northern AZ.
Incredible Insects: Students learn about the life cycle and body parts of these fascinating creatures through story, guided imagery, and song! Suggested follow-up field trip: “Incredible Insects Field Trip at Willow Bend.
Saddle Up!: Historical ranch objects are a fun and educational introduction to Flagstaff ranching history.
Snow: Animals in Winter: Students discover different ways animals respond to snow through a story and imagination acting. This program is only offered November through March.
Recycling Rules!: Students explore why recycling is so important and understand the basic rules of recycling in Flagstaff. Suggested follow-up field trip: “Recycling Tour” through Willow Bend*