Born Learning Trail Holds Grand Opening In Danbury Wednesday

DANBURY, Conn. -- The United Way of Western Connecticut will host a grand opening event for the Born Learning Trail, a new interactive trail for kids, in Rogers Park in Danbury from 3 to 6 p.m. Wednesday.

The United Way will host a grand opening event for the new Born Learning Trail in Rogers Park in Danbury on Wednesday.
Photo Credit: *Karen Tensa, File*

by Eric Gendron and Karen Tensa

07/08/2013 3:00 p.m.

The trail, which opened to the public in June, has 10 signs featuring educational activities tucked into the landscape near the playscape and the spray park.

Wednesday's event will feature healthy snacks, water and children's activities.

Each of the 10 signs encourages a different learning activity appropriate for young children. For example, the one called "jump clap skip move" encourages parents and children to be active. "Pretend to move like an animal. Walk like a duck or jump like a frog," the sign says. And the children can leap on a sidewalk painting of a frog or duck-walk atop a painting of a waterfowl.

"By playing and exploring, you help young children get ready for success in school and in life. Together, you can turn everyday moments into learning moments," according to the first Born Learning sign.

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