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Nature Based Education Opportunities in Dubuque, IA!

Immersive Outdoor Learning

At least 80% of the programs will take place outside. The children are free to explore and experiment in nature.

Healthy Development

Research suggests nature enhances a child health by promoting social-emotional development, executive functioning, physical activity and motor development.

Emergent Curriculum

The curriculum emerges from student questions and interests. Students and teachers will investigate the questions together to encourage problem solving.

Our Mission

Dandelion Discoveries nurtures the growth of the whole child (mind, body and soul) through play-based learning in nature, so they may grow into innovative life-long learners and kindhearted stewards of the earth.

Keep their growing minds engaged