Our popular Barnyard Readers program returns in 2010. Download our information sheet by clicking here .
Barnyard Readers – 2010
Do you know a 3, 4, or 5-year-old that cannot get enough of farm animals? If so, then this 90-minute reading-based and activity filled program will be perfect for them! This program begins at the Living History Farms Visitor Center, where they gather to read a book or two about that week’s featured animal.
Then, they will board a tractor-drawn cart for a ride to the animal’s home at either the 1900 Farm or the 1850 Pioneer Farm. They will get a chance to interact with the animal, and see the animal’s friends in their homes. After participating in an activity, they will hop back on the tractor-drawn cart for a ride back to the Visitor Center.
Pre-registration is required! Space is limited! Register by calling 515.278.5286 between 8:30 and 4:30, Monday through Friday.
Registration fees:
$12.00 for 1 adult & 1 child (age 3 – 5)
$20.00 for 1 adult and 2 children (ages 3- 5)
Program Passes: Buy a “Program Pass” and save!
Each program pass includes admission to six programs.
Can’t make a program? Then you can give your spot to someone else to take your place. No
refunds givens on passes.
$60.00 for 1 adult & 1 child
$75.00 for 1 adult & 2 children
Schedule
NOTES: Programs occur on Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 9:30 – 11:00. The same program is offered four times.
| Animal | Pass 1
| Pass 2
| Pass 3
| Pass 4
|
Horses (1900)
| June 1
| June 3
| June 8
| June 10
|
Pigs (1850)
| June 15
| June 17
| June 22
| June 24
|
Cows (1900)
| June 29
| July 1
| July 6
| July 8
|
Oxen (1850)
| July 13
| July 15
| July 20
| July 22
|
Chickens (1900)
| July 27
| July 29
| August 3
| August 5
|
Sheep (1850)
| August 10
| August 12
| August 17
| August 19 |
Single day programs- Passes do not apply; must pay $10.00 per slot.
These programs focus on what is grown on the farm, but the schedule is the same (read, tractor
cart ride, visit the farm, cart ride back)
Wed., Sept. 8 Apples
Wed., Oct. 6 Pumpkins
Please click here to review important program details prior to booking.
