Registration opens:
March 11th, 2026 7:00pm

Where the Wild Things Are

For kids ages 2 to 5 years old with a caregiver.

About the Program

Get outside and explore with this family‑friendly nature adventure around Critter Creek at the Eastside Branch. Each week features themed stories, songs, and hands‑on discovery stations that invite children to connect with the natural world. (See weekly themes below.)

This child‑led outdoor program encourages curiosity, confidence, and imagination through nature play—including opportunities for forest exploration, investigating streams and ponds, and other adventurous play. With a bit of luck, we may even spot some local wildlife along the way!

Please dress yourself and your child for the weather and for outdoor play, rain or shine. If severe weather occurs, the program will move indoors.

Weekly Themes:

• Week 1 (April 1): Hello Spring
• Week 2 (April 8): Wildlife Wonders
• Week 3 (April 14): What's Growing?
• Week 4 (April 22): Splish, Splash
• Week 5 (April 22): What's Beneath Our Feet?
• Week 6 (May 6): Busy Bugs

For kids ages 2 to 5 years old with a caregiver. Please register each child attending separately.

This program is part of a series. There are 6 sessions taking place on Wednesdays: April 1, April 8, April 15, April 22, April 29, and May 6.

We kindly remind you that registrations will be removed if the registered person does not meet the program’s specified age requirements. 

Early Learning Programs for young children at WPL are based on literacy research and include tips and information for parents and caregivers. Your active participation in these programs will maximize the experience for you and your child. 

Photography Notice: Please note that photographs and videos may be taken at this event and may be broadcast, reproduced, and/or made available in print or online. For individual or small group photos, staff will make attendees aware of their presence and will ask permission before taking photos. 

For larger public events, please note that by attending, you are consenting to the use of your appearance, image, and voice in print or digital productions created by the Waterloo Public Library for promotional use only. Please speak to library staff at the event if you’d like to be excluded from any photo/video. 

Staff: Maddy