Gardening with Young Children

By Sara Starbuck, Marla Olthof, Karen Stoelzle Midden

Subjects: GARDENING / Reference, Activity programs, EDUCATION / Teaching Methods & Materials / General, School gardens, Study and teaching, EDUCATION / Elementary, Experiments, Gardening, Children's gardens, EDUCATION / Preschool & Kindergarten

Description: Gardens are where children's imaginations engage nature, and the result is joyful learning. Gardening helps children develop an appreciation for the natural world and build the foundation for environmental stewardship. This book is packed with information and inspiration to help you immerse children in gardening and outdoor learning experiences—green thumb or a perfect plot of land not required. Learn how a gardening curriculum supports learning and development across all domains. You'll also find heaps of suggestions for planning, planting, and caring for a garden suited to your unique setting, such as container gardens, raised beds, in-ground gardens, gardens grown vertically on a wall or fence, and even rooftop gardens.