Children actually live through the meaning of the agricultural revolution and come away understanding what makes civilization possible.As Montessori teachers the Barkers have designed the farm so that children have real access to its very essence.Animal lovers do well as do children comfortable with mixed ages.Participants come away with a twinkle in the eye that reflects both the intrinsic satisfaction and fun of farm life.The 42 acre farm is located in world’s largest settlement of Amish people although the Barkers are not Amish themselves and the experience has no religious affiliation.The smaller more comprehensible scale of life in this environment makes it the perfect setting.Things are just the right size.The consistency yet variety in the experience bring children back year after year.Fun is basic to farm life but satisfaction is the lingering result.
For our visitors, being at the farm is like being in the film "Babe." After five days children feel like they have lived here all their lives.
