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Tips for Starting a Local Kids’ Gardening Club
If you want to start a kids’ gardening club, follow these tips for success. With a bit of effort, you can turn your big ideas into a labor of love.
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How To Introduce Kids to Gardening Through Play
Kids often learn best through play. Here's how you can teach your little ones about the wonders of gardening by engaging their creative, imaginative minds.
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Best Vegetables for Kids To Grow in Your Garden
What should you plant in the family garden this year to keep your kids engaged? Here are some fast-growing and fun-to-eat vegetables to try!
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4 Ways To Get Your Kids To Enjoy Eating Vegetables
Does your little one absolutely refuse to eat their veggies? Check out our tips on how to get your kids excited about eating nutritious vegetables.
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The Benefits of Gardening for Children's Mental Health
Gardening improves the body and soul, with benefits that extend beyond your fruit and vegetable growing space. Learn how it improves children's mental health.
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How To Create a Seasonal Gardening Plan With Kids
A seasonal gardening plan helps you and your kids create a thriving garden! Here's what you should include in your plan to have a successful growing season.
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Plant Nutrition, Pest Management, and Garden Watering - Cliff Notes from Class Three of the "First & Third" Fall Gardening Series
The content of this class is my favorite. Why do I love it so much?
Well, when you start understanding what plants ne...
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Growing Herbs - Cliff Notes from Class Two of the "First & Third" Fall Gardening Classes
Class 2: Growing Fresh Herbs
I don't know who is getting more out of the series: my students or me. Actually, I do kn...
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How Gardening Supports Child Development
For kids, gardening is more than just a fun pastime. It teaches lessons that help them grow into kind, curious, and responsible individuals.
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What To Look For in a Kid-Friendly Gardening Set
Before you let your child help you in the garden, consider getting them their own kid-friendly gardening tools. Here’s what to look for when shopping.
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How to Grow a Fall Garden - Cliff Notes from Class One of the "First & Third" Fall Gardening Series
Check out the notes (with favorite product links) from Class 1 of the “First & Third” Fall Garden Class Series.
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How To Create a Kids’ Vegetable Garden From Scratch
Your kids will love starting a vegetable garden with you! But how do you begin? Here’s how you can create a fun and educational garden from scratch.
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