Homeschool Programs
In 2026, Tower Grove Park is excited to offer educational programs for homeschool students and families focused on both natural and cultural history. Programs are limited to 50 youth participants and their parents or guardians. Generally, programs start at 10:00am and last approximately 2-3 hours depending on the group size.
Registration is required for each program and will open four weeks in advance.
Program Schedule: Spring 2026
Schedule is subject to change.
Friday, March 6th, 10 am: “Pollinator Power” Kindergarten through 5th Grade
Join Tower Grove Park and the Missouri Department of Conservation for a hands-on, garden‑based exploration of how pollination works and why it’s essential for the foods we love. During this interactive lesson, students will discover the parts of a flower and learn how pollen travels with the help of insects and other pollinators. Students will observe pollen up close, investigate which animals help move it, and learn how pollination leads to seeds, fruits, and ultimately the ingredients we eat every day.
To bring these concepts to life, students will work together to make their own salsa, connecting each ingredient back to pollination. By the end of the experience, students will understand how plants reproduce, how pollinators support our food systems, and how seeds continue the cycle of growth. This engaging, movement‑based program blends science, observation, and tasting to help students appreciate the important work of pollinators all around us.
Registration Opens: February 6th, 10 am
Registration Closes: March 5th, 10 am
Tuesday, April 7th, 10 am: “A Great Migration”
This program will discuss why many birds migrate and how they can accomplish such a long journey. Also join us in birdwatching to see what birds we can find returning from their winter homes. Children will hear amazing stories about bird “superpowers” that help them fly across huge distances, then head outside to see what feathered friends are back in the park. Expect lots of looking, listening, and discovering!
Registration Opens: March 10th, 10 am
Registration Closes: April 6th, 10 am
Thursday, May 21st, 10 am: “Watershed Wonders” 3rd Grade and Up
How does water connect us all? Take a trip along the restored East Stream (Nee Kee Nee) in Tower Grove Park to learn about watersheds, the water cycle, native plants, and the history of this land through hands-on activities, guided hikes, and more.
Registration Opens: April 23rd, 10 am
Registration Closes: May 20th, 10 am
For any questions, please contact the Education Team at education@towergrovepark.org.