Let’s face it—kids today are way too comfortable indoors. Between tablet time, snack time, and the “I’m booooored” whine (which, let’s be honest, always happens within five minutes of free play), it can feel impossible to get them off the couch and into the great outdoors.
But guess what? There’s a better way. A way that combines education, adventure, and just the right amount of dirt to make learning unforgettable.
Enter Good & Rooted, the nature-based, curiosity-fueled, get-your-hands-dirty learning experience that might just be the answer to your homeschooling, after-school, and “what do I do with my toddler?” needs. You can also find them on Facebook here.
🌿 The Good & Rooted Philosophy: Learning Is Meant to Be Wild
At Good & Rooted, we believe learning should feel less like sitting at a desk and more like climbing a tree, stomping through creeks, and wondering out loud why frogs are so good at hide-and-seek.
✔ Outdoor play is essential—because nothing builds confidence and resilience quite like mastering a mud puddle.
✔ Kids are natural learners—give them a stick and a question, and they’ll turn it into a science experiment.
✔ Teachers are guides, not drill sergeants—here to spark curiosity, not stifle it.
✔ Collaboration is key—kids AND teachers work together to explore, experiment, and create.
✔ Diversity is celebrated—both in nature and in the community we build.
Basically, if you think school should look more like exploring a forest, painting in the sunshine, and figuring out the best way to build an epic fort—you’re in the right place.
🍃 Homeschool Program: Nature-Based Learning at Its Best
For kids ages 5-12, this one-day-a-week homeschool program is a dream come true for parents who want an enriching, hands-on education that doesn’t involve printing one more worksheet.
Inspired by Charlotte Mason and Forest School principles, kids will:
🌎 Study science, history, and geography with real-world exploration.
🎭 Enjoy poetry, music, and art woven into their learning.
📖 Experience read-alouds under the trees, because why wouldn’t you?
🛠️ Try simple handicrafts (so maybe they’ll finally learn how to tie a proper knot).
Expect nature walks, STEM challenges, and lots of opportunities for creativity—all while soaking in the fresh air and learning at a pace that actually makes sense for them.
🌱 Babies & Tots: Because Even the Littlest Ones Deserve Big Adventures
If you’ve ever tried to keep a toddler entertained indoors for more than 30 minutes… you know why this program is a lifesaver.
For ages 0-5, this caregiver-and-child class is all about getting those little ones engaged with nature while building foundational skills through play.
📚 Storytime under the trees (because books are better with birds chirping in the background)
🎵 Songs and movement to burn off that endless toddler energy
🛠️ Hands-on play invitations to build fine & gross motor skills
🧡 Social-emotional development (a fancy way of saying “learning how to share without drama”)
And the best part? Siblings under 2 enroll FREE! So bring the whole crew and let them get messy while you soak in the parenting win of the week.
🌳 After-School Program: Where Nature Is the Playground
You know that feeling when your kid comes home from school, drops their backpack, and immediately starts climbing the furniture? Instead of saying “stop that!” for the hundredth time—why not channel that energy into an outdoor adventure?
For ages 5-12, our after-school program is the perfect way to unwind, recharge, and explore—all while still learning in a totally organic way (see what we did there?).
🌿 Fort building, tree climbing, and wildlife spotting—the real kind of playtime.
🧠 STEM-inspired tinkering and problem-solving (disguised as fun).
🎨 Nature art, trail walks, and tea time—because why shouldn’t kids get to have a chill moment, too?
This program is all about freedom—letting kids play, create, and discover at their own pace, with just enough structure to keep it engaging and safe (aka, no one ends up stuck in a tree… hopefully).
Why Good & Rooted?
Because kids deserve more than screens, desks, and four walls.
Because learning should be wild, messy, and unforgettable.
Because nature teaches resilience, creativity, and problem-solving in ways a worksheet never could.
Because we all need more fresh air.
And let’s be real—when kids are learning outside, bedtime happens faster.
So whether you're looking for a full homeschool supplement, a little ones' playgroup, or an after-school escape from screens, Good & Rooted is here to help your kids grow, explore, and thrive.
🌿 Ready to Join the Fun?
Learn more and register at Good & Rooted today!
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