Winter Tree Lessons for Kids at Brooklyn Bridge Park
Difficulty
easy
Duration
60 minutes
Fitness Level
Suitable for young children with basic walking ability
Overview
Kids in Pre-K to third grade can identify trees and practice science skills during winter at Brooklyn Bridge Park. This hands-on program combines urban nature with essential learning.
Trees of Brooklyn Bridge Park (Gr. PreK-3, Winter)
$150 | Up to 35 Students | Chaperones Required
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About This Adventure
Discover the wonders of nature with the "Trees of Brooklyn Bridge Park" program for young learners. Students engage in hands-on exploration, using field guides to identify diverse tree species while applying scientific tools to estimate tree age and size. This unique experience combines outdoor adventure with essential learning standards.
Brooklyn Bridge Park's Education Program serves over 10,000 students a year. We use the Park as a living laboratory for hands-on investigation, incorporating inquiry-based learning into lessons that meet Common Core, NYC and NYS learning standards.
TREES OF BROOKLYN BRIDGE PARK (GRADES PREK-3) Learn basic tree anatomy and use age-appropriate field guides to explore and identify the diverse tree species in the park. Students use observation and scientific tools to estimate tree age, diameter, and circumference.
Location: Environmental Education Center, with brief outdoor experience
Program Length: 60 minutes
Adventure Tips
Dress for chilly weather
Layer clothing and bring hats and gloves since the program includes outdoor time in winter conditions.
Arrive on time
The program starts promptly and lasts about 60 minutes; late arrivals may miss key activities.
Bring a magnifying glass
Using magnifiers helps young students examine bark texture and leaves more closely for identification.
Prepare for a brief outdoor walk
Terrain is flat and child-friendly but include comfortable, waterproof footwear for wet or icy patches.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Eastern gray squirrels often dash between trees familiar to kids.
- Red-tailed hawks can sometimes be seen soaring above the park’s canopy.
History
Brooklyn Bridge Park transformed former maritime piers into a vibrant public green space since the early 2000s, revitalizing the waterfront.
Conservation
The park integrates sustainable landscaping with native species plantings and eco-friendly maintenance practices to support urban biodiversity.
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Recommended Gear
Warm layered clothing
Keeps children comfortable during outdoor segments in cold weather.
winter specific
Sturdy waterproof shoes
Protects feet from wet or muddy ground encountered in the park.
fall|winter|spring specific
Field guide or printable tree ID sheets
Assists with species identification and enhances learning.
Magnifying glass
Aids in close inspection of tree bark and leaves, making observations clearer.