If your child is a struggling or reluctant reader who could benefit from small group time with a seasoned teacher in a peaceful setting. Reach out!
Storybook Squirrels tends to three students per session.
No screens, no apps. Just in-person time focussing on the fundamentals with a few kitty cat breaks- if you choose.
*We may play with kitties, but not squirrels!
Gather 3 children to participate in the 5-Session Book Club style literacy experience. Parents/Caregivers are free to relax in the garden during our Book Club (or have their own Book Club)!
Each Book Club Block (5-Days) includes:
Reading Aloud, Discussing our Book, Fluency and Comprehension Checks, Activities/Games/Art. I always try to make it engaging and enjoyable for your child. We will laugh.
Sessions can be held in our Studio space (if your child loves cats) or Cabin space (if your child does not love cats) or in the gardens (if the weather is cooperative).
1-hour Tutoring Blocks are available during the following windows for 5-consecutive weeks
Summer 2026
Summer Block 1: June 1-June 29 (Closed)
Summer Block 2: July 6-August 3 (In-Session/Join now)
Mondays: 9:00am, 11:00am, 1:00pm
Wednesdays: 9:00am, 11:00am, 1:00pm
Fall Blocks 2026: Starting September
Monday: 12:00pm, 2:00pm, 4:30pm, 6:00pm
Tuesday: 2:00pm, 4:30pm
Wednesday: 12:00pm, 2:00pm, 5:00pm, 6:00pm
Thursday: 12:00pm, 2:00pm, 4:30pm, 6:00pm
Saturday: 9:00am
Reach out and let me know your preference.
If another day works I can make exceptions, just ask.
After your first Tutoring Block, if you feel your child is benefiting from the sessions, you may book additional blocks. I cannot offer morning sessions in the Fall as I still teach Early Childhood Education M-F, mornings.
I use the UFLI (University of Florida Literacy Institute) Curriculum which comprehensively lays out the groundwork required for fluency and I can offer some tools/activities for you to practice at home if you choose.
A side note about my Sensory Gardens:
"For children and youth, nature-based experiences help to support overall positive physical, mental, and cognitive development, thus underscoring why we need to provide them with a range of opportunities to engage with nature in ways that they find fun and enjoyable." (Bowers et al., 2021).
Floriculture Micro Farm’s Sensory Garden exists to provide an inclusive, accessible, and nurturing horticultural environment where people of all abilities can connect with nature through sight, sound, touch, smell, and taste. Through thoughtful garden design and immersive sensory experiences, we promote calm, healing, learning, and self-expression while fostering confidence, well-being, and joy for children, seniors, and individuals with physical or cognitive challenges. Our mission is to cultivate a peaceful space where nature supports mental, emotional, and physical wellness for the entire community.
The Sensory Garden Program aims to:
- Increase access to therapeutic green spaces for underserved populations
- Support mental health, emotional regulation, and sensory integration
- Promote confidence, independence, and social connection
- Provide nature-based educational and wellness opportunities
*This is an outdoor/garden experience and as such exposes you to nature. While we do our best to maintain a safe environment, bee stings, mosquito bites and sunburn happen.
Please take the necessary precautions you need to safely visit the farm for an agrotourism experience, we are not liable for accidents should they occur. Please notify the host of any special circumstances, allergies or requirements you may have to make your visit accessible and comfortable.