Children’s Gardens

Image by beavera As old as I am, which I will not divulge, there is still something magical about planting a seed and seeing it come to fruition. Growing a beanstalk with kids is the perfect way to share…

Image by Casper1774Studio Many parents are faced with having to entertain children at home all day, every day due to occasional school closures and new work-at-home situations. You may be finding yourself in…

Image by romrodinka Teaching kids about organic gardening is a fantastic way both to spend time together and to give them a sense of wonder and respect for plants. Organic gardening with kids can be very easy and rewarding, as…

Image by zlikovec If you’re familiar with the term, you probably know that Victory Gardens were Americans’ response to loss, during and after both World Wars. With a diminished domestic food supply and a…

Image by encrier So, you’re an avid gardener with young kids running around. If gardening is your favorite pastime and you’re curious about how you can pass on the green thumb to the youngsters, read on!…

Image by Gardening Know How, via Liz Baessler Spring and summer rains don’t have to ruin outdoor plans. Instead, use it as a teaching opportunity. A rain gauge project is a great way to help kids learn about…

Image by Sasiistock Grownups tend to be squeamish about creepy-crawly insects, but kids are often naturally fascinated by bugs. Why not start teaching kids about bugs when they’re young so they won’t be…

Image by KatarinaGondova With current events happening in the world right now, you may be homeschooling. How can you make standard school subjects, like math, more enjoyable, especially when your child seems…

Image by IPGGutenbergUKLtd With schools (and childcare) across the nation currently closed, many parents may be wondering how to entertain children that are now at home all day long. You want to give them…

Image by soleg Gardening can be a great way to teach children specific lessons. It’s not just about plants and growing them, but all aspects of science. Water, in the garden and in houseplants, for instance,…