Homeschool Days: Wabanaki Traditions (Ages 8-18)

Deepen your understanding of Wabanaki values and traditions on a special garden walk with Passamaquoddy educator Sandra Bassett. Sandra will share her personal story, demonstrate singing and drumming, and teach us a sampling of Passamaquoddy words. Participants will also learn about the significance of the four ‘R’s’—Reciprocity, Relationship, Respect, and Responsibility—in relation to Wabanaki values and the traditional uses of some of our native plants. At the end of the session, participants will try their hand at braiding sweetgrass. Each homeschool ticket includes admission for a child and a chaperone. Any extra adults pay $12/each. Children under 3 are free. Families who register multiple children or enroll in multiple programs will receive a discount at checkout. Financial aid is available; please email Beth Jarvis at ejarvis@mainegardens.org for an application.