The Backyard Farmer   

  Homeschool Program

September- November

Thanks to strong community interest, the Backyard Farmer Program will now run for 

9 weeks this season! We’re excited to offer participants even more opportunities to learn, grow, and experience life on the farm.

Join Instructor Lynn-Marie Dubeau for an enriching    9 Class Series where children will have the opportunity to immerse themselves in the world of farming and the natural environment on our historic farm. This hands-on program is designed to spark curiosity about the natural world, build comfort and confidence in outdoor settings, and cultivate a deep respect for all living things.

Each session will focus on outdoor learning experiences, using our fields, pastures, barns, woods, and farm animals as a dynamic living classroom. Children will engage with farm life through direct interaction with ducks, chickens, and other animals, while exploring farm operations, plant growth, and the wonders of the natural world. Through guided lessons and activities, kids will develop a stronger connection to nature and gain a better understanding of where their food comes from, how plants grow, and the balance of life on a working farm.

This extended series is perfect for young explorers eager to get their hands dirty, ask questions, and discover the beauty of farming and outdoor living.

Instructor: Lynn Marie Dubeau is a passionate educator and naturalist with a deep connection to nature and hands-on learning. A Certified Early Childhood Education (ECE) teacher and experienced homeschool educator, Lynn brings a wealth of knowledge and creativity to her teaching. She is the founder of the innovative Farm Science Program. As the owner of her own family farm, Lynn integrates real-world farming experiences into her teaching, offering students a unique and immersive approach to learning.

For Whom: Ages 5- 12 years old

When: 

Mondays 10 am - 12 pm

September 14, 21 & 28

October 5, 19 & 26

November 2, 9 & 16 

Or 

Wednesdays 10 am - 12 pm

September  9, 16, 23 & 30

October 7, 14, 21 & 28

November 4 

Cost: 

$288 per student/ $266 sibling discount

Limit of 20 students

* Single class attendance is not available.

Registration:  Registration is online and is first come, first served.  Questions? Contact Kathy Lambert, Education Committee Chair, HMFFPA by clicking  HERE

On The Farm Story Time 

September- October

This unique 5-week outdoor program with Librarian Miss Debra will provide children with an opportunity to incorporate the sensory world of nature into their reading encounters. Each class is sure to inspire! 

Thematic Read-Alouds, exploration, STEM,  literacy, and creative movement under the trees.  

Instructor: Debra Cohen is a teacher, mother, and lifelong learner who lives and works in the Cumberland community.  She holds teaching certifications in Early Childhood and Elementary Education, a K - 12 School LIbrary Media Certification and an MLIS degree. Debra loves creating meaningful experiences for children including nature & farm exploration, creative movement & inspirational children's literature. She can be spotted around our community teaching LEGO & Upcycle engineering classes, Jr Coding workshops and Scout Badges 

For Whom:  Ages 2- 5 years old  

When: 

Fridays, Sept 18, 25, Oct 2, 9, 16

Time: 10:00 - 11:30  am 

Cost:  $65 per child/ $60 sibling discount

*Single Class/ Drop-Ins are not available for this program.

* This is not a drop off program

* Limit of 15  

Registration:  

In the event of rain, we will do the best we can to make up the class. Registration is first come, first served. 

Questions? Contact Kathy Lambert, Education Committee Chair, HMFFPA by clicking HERE