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NORTH STATE PARENT FAMILY RESOURCE GUIDE FALL/WINTER 2023
EDUCATION
Happy Acres Forest School; Chico. A direct experience with nature that aims to develop a sense of belonging and appre- ciation of the land. Small class sizes and high adult to child ratio provide an envi- ronment that fosters the unique growth of each child. Happy Acres meets in local parks, where students learn to recognize patterns in nature and changes on the land, all while building physical prow-
ess, agility, and confidence. Classes may include songs, games, poetry, storytelling, painting, drawing and crafting. hap- pyacresforestschool.com. (530)588-4407. Headwaters Outdoor School; Mt. Shasta. Wilderness skills, bow and arrow making, nature-awareness, boys and girls Rites
of Passage. Custom classes and private groups. hwos.com. (530)938-1304.
SHASTA COUNTY
Shasta Land Trust. Learn about our local ecosystems, wildlife, and the natural wonders of our biodiverse region. Events include family-friendly hikes, bike rides, movie screenings & more! All events support local land conservation efforts in protecting wildlife habitat, recreational lands, and working agricultural farms and ranches. Visit Shastalandtrust.org to sign- up. (530)241-7886.
SISKIYOU COUNTY
Maagic Mountain Farm; Mt. Shasta. Year- round, hands-on, interactive animal field trips, homestead classes, group or individ- ual tours & guest farm stays. In connec- tion with the land, all the creatures work together to provide for everyone’s needs through sustainable interdependent living. maagicmtnfarm.com. (530)925-6752.
migraines and traumatic brain injury for all ages. irlenvisions.com. 809 Nancy Ln. (530)891-4783.
SISKIYOU COUNTY
Donna Boyd; Siskiyou County. Private tutor for all ages, levels and learning styles. Donna Boyd holds a bachelor’s degree in math and tutors in all academic topics. (530)925-4750.
Truely Hutchinson; Mt. Shasta. Truly Hutchinson specializes in mathematics and language and tutors grades K-12 in multiple topics, including STEM education. Truely holds a bachelor’s degree in math- ematics, a California Teaching Credential and a California Reading Credential. nor- callearning.org. truely90@gmail.com
LIBRARIES & EARLY CHILDHOOD LITERACY
MULTIPLE COUNTIES
Little Free Libraries; Butte, Shasta, Siskiyou & Tehama Counties. This world- wide program encourages families and individuals to “take a book, leave a book” at small, freestanding libraries placed in communities. There are more than 40,000 Little Free Libraries – keep an eye out for one or search the national website to find one near you. Learn how to build and install a Little Free Library of your own. littlefreelibrary.org.
BUTTE COUNTY
Butte County Library. buttecounty.net/ BCLIBRARY. All branches are now using the same phone number (530)552-5652.
• Biggs. 464A B St., Ste A.
• Chico. 1108 Sherman Ave.
• Durham. 2545 Durham-Dayton Hwy. • Gridley. 299 Spruce St.
• Oroville- Administration and Literary Services. 1820 Mitchell Ave.
• Paradise. 5922 Clark Rd. SHASTA COUNTY
Cottonwood Community Library. face- book.com/Cottonwoodlibrary. 3427 Main St. (530)347-4818.
Fall River Valley Library. fallrivervalley- library.com. 43250 State Highway 299 E. (530)336-6445.
Shasta College Library. A community library card is available to Shasta & Tehama County residents. shastacollege.edu/ library. 700 Building. 11555 Old Oregon Trail. (530)242-7550.
Shasta Public Libraries. shastalibraries.org.
• Anderson. 3200 W. Center St. (530)365-7685.
• Burney. 37116 Main St. (530)335-4317. • Redding. 1100 Parkview Ave.
(530)245-7250.
SISKIYOU COUNTY
College of The Siskiyous Library; Weed. A library card is available to Siskiyou County non-student residents for a fee of $10 for
6 mos. siskiyous.edu/Library. 800 College Ave. (530)938-5331.
Siskiyou Child Care Council Resource Li- brary; Weed. Children’s books, educational toys, curriculum kits and other educational resources for parents, caregivers, educators and childcare providers. Free. Please call for updated information about re-opening date. 170 Boles St. (530)938-2748.
Mt. Shasta Public Library.515 E. Alma St. (530)926-2031.
Siskiyou County Library. co.siskiyou.ca.us/library.
• Butte Valley; Dorris. 800 W. 3rd St. (530)397-4932.
• Dunsmuir. 5714 Dunsmuir Ave. (530)235-2035.
• Etna. 115 Collier Way. (530)467-3661. • Fort Jones. 11960 East St. (530)468-
2383.
• Happy Camp. 143 Buckhorn Rd.
(530)493-2964.
• McCloud. 300 E. Colombero Dr.
(530)964-2169.
• Montague. 230 S. 13th St. (530)459-
5473.
• Scott Bar. 27233 Scott River Rd.
(530)496-3248 or (530)496-3664 for
appointment or pick up.
• Tulelake. 451 Main St. (530)667-2291. • Weed. 150 Alamo Ave. (530)938-4769. • Yreka. 719 4th St. (530)841-4175.
TEHAMA COUNTY
Tehama County Library. tehamacountyli- brary.org.
• Corning. 740 3rd St. (530)824-7050.
• Los Molinos. 7881 State Highway 99E.
(530)384-2772.
• Red Bluff. 545 Diamond Ave. (530)527-
0604.
NATURE EDUCATION
MULTIPLE COUNTIES
Leave No Trace Training For All. Free in- clusive online course that calls upon people of all different backgrounds and outdoor experiences to take action by participating in Leave No Trace’s free 45-minute virtual outdoor education course. The course will go over all your Leave No Trace questions, including how to prepare for your outdoor adventures, what to do when encountering wildlife, and so much more. Learn. LNT.org.
BUTTE COUNTY
Earthbound Skills; Chico. Direct experience in naturalist skills, wilderness survival and primitive living for a wide range of ages. Nature, observation and awareness in our outdoor school, seasonal camps and other programs. Immersing students in hands-on tracking, bird language, plant identification and more. See article in North State Parent at: northstateparent.com/earthbound. earthboundskills.com. (530)513-2542.
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“Early childhood education is the key to the betterment of society” ~Maria Montessori
Montessori Schools in Upper California
BUTTE COUNTY
Chico Montessori Children’s House
Director: Sarah Livingston
Preschool, ages 3-5
814 Glenn St., Chico chicomontessori.com
(530) 342-5518 Lic# 0454406630
Sherwood Montessori
Director: Michelle Yezbick
TK-8th grade, public charter school 1010 Cleveland Ave., Chico sherwoodmontessori.org
(530) 345-6600
Each school is individually operated.
SHASTA COUNTY
Montessori Children’s House
of Shady Oaks
Director: Julie Helart
Private learning environment for PreK-6th grade
1410 Victor Ave., Redding shadyoaksmontessori.com (530) 222-0355 Lic# 455405949
Shasta Elementary
Director: Kim Miller
Free Public Montessori TK-8th grade Homeschool option available 10446 Red Bluff Rd., Shasta shastaunionschool.net
(530) 243-1110