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Youth Education

For Teachers

We have downloadable resources below that can be a great way to engage with the Gardens on your field trip.

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For Families

Explore the wonders of the gardens through our special programs and events. Pick up a children’s activity guide on your visit, or download one of the activities below. Bring curious minds, sunscreen, and a hat, and enjoy your adventure at the Gardens!

Downloadable Activities


Drawing of flowers

Cholla Blossom Coloring Page

Drawing of a bird

My New Backyard Coloring Book

Print and color this custom illustration by one of our instructors, Adela Antoinette

Print this pdf at home and have some reading and coloring time while learning about plants of the desert. In English and en Español!

My New Backyard Garden coloring book was written by Rita Maria Magdaleno, Illustrated by Sue Betanzos and funded by a grant from the Institute of Museum Library Services.