Eat A Rainbow! is a series of ecology-based classes for school-aged children taught by Alana Reynolds, the garden’s Education Coordinator.  Registration and sign in is done in person on class days, with a cap of 15 children. 

Eat A Rainbow! Will take place:
Thursdays from June 11 through August 13 from 10-11 a.m.

JUNE 11 EAT A RAINBOW: YEAR 5
Celebrate the fifth season of EAR during this introductory session! Participants will have the opportunity to sample a variety of fruits and veggies of different colors.

JUNE 18 THE MAGIC OF SEEDS
Germination is fascinating, and sometimes, challenging! Discover how tiny seeds become big, strong, healthy plants.

JUNE 25 HOW TO BUILD A GARDEN
What does it take to build a garden? Explore design and materials during a short walk, and observe your surroundings. Draw up a garden plan afterwards!

JULY 2 WEEDS: WHAT ARE THEY GOOD FOR?
Dandelion, henbit, and purslane are just a few plants commonly referred to as “weeds”. Do they have a purpose in the garden? The answer to this question might surprise you!

JULY 9 CHICKEN CHAT
This session is all about a beloved, feathered friend. Learn fun facts about chickens and their eggs. A surprise guest has been invited to attend this session! Who could it be?

JULY 16 KID CHEF
You do not want to miss this annual challenge! What recipe will you prepare with the ingredients in front of you? Plate up your creation for the judges before time runs out!

JULY 23 FLOWER POWER
Gorgeous blooms in many hues! Find out more about the benefits of flowers and build a bouquet to brighten your day.

JULY 30 HERBS FOR KIDS: SEASON 2
Participants loved last year’s session so much, they voted to bring it back in 2026! Explore the wonderful world of herbs! Kids will help prepare and sample an herb dip, and make fragrant sachets to take home.

AUGUST 6 BEES PLEASE!
Another favorite session is back again! Enter the “hive mind”, join in a fun “waggle dance”, and sample five different kinds of honey.

AUGUST 13 STAY COOL
How do plants and animals beat the heat when it’s really hot? How do humans cool down when the temperature rises? Learn some heat safety tips and stick around for a homemade popsicle treat!

Many thanks to Dr. John Flack of SIU School of Medicine for sponsoring this program!