Plant a seed with our school gardening curriculum
Rutabaga Education offers school gardening curriculum rooted in garden-based science, nature, and nutrition that teaches children to care about our planet.
Gardening Books for Kids
Rutabaga Gardening is committed to nourishing young minds with practical gardening education aimed at nurturing a love for the earth and deepening children’s connection to it.
With this at their core, our gardening books for kids are fantastic resources for parents and teachers alike wanting to foster stewardship and useful life skills in their children or students.
Created by a former elementary school teacher, this STEM gardening curriculum adheres to Common Core and Next Generation Science Standards. Additionally, the information is tailored to the fall, winter, and spring seasons. This means these books will help children grow in their knowledge and love of gardening throughout the school year, whether they’re public- or homeschooled.
In a nutshell, we make it easy for children to have fun and become good global citizens while building upon their studies. Explore this page to learn more about our children’s gardening books and reach out if you have any questions.
EXPLORE OUR SCHOOL GARDENING CURRICULUM
Print Books
Digital Books
Complete Book Sets
Take advantage of the benefits of gardening for children
We are on a mission to develop students into environmentally-aware young citizens. From preschool to elementary, building a school garden aligns with Common Core and Next Generation Science Standards for easy accessibility and implementation for teachers and schools all over.
Common Core and Next Generation Science Standards
The Rutabaga Education Curriculum includes Common Core and NGSS within the lessons, bringing cross-curricular content to life and reinforcing material taught within other subject areas such as nutrition, math, science, geography, and more.
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create a better tomorrow
Our lesson plans are rooted in hands-on learning and meaningful moments that foster an appreciation for food, the earth, and sustainability while teaching students to connect with the soil beneath them.
What our customers are saying
An impactful garden program builds community and school pride; Rutabaga Education Curriculum has given our elementary school a Tremendous framework for students and parents to participate in year after year!
Maria Fowler, Principal, Silver Gate Elementary School
These books are magical! I ordered them for our school and have loved all the lessons I have had a chance to try with my students. Colleagues are using them too. I miss being in the garden at school and will continue to work with students to keep them gardening this summer at their homes.
@writefromthegarden, Parent and Elementary Teacher
I LOVE everything about the lesson development from the beginning to the end. The pictures and all the tips & suggestions are so helpful. I can tell that thoughtfulness and effort went into each & every part of the lessons. I would highly recommend this program for a preschool & even into k-4 school system. It’s laid out in an easy-to-follow format!
Christa Collins, Parent and Preschool Teacher
Absolutely love these books! My kindergarteners have learned so very much. I love how there are lessons paired with favorite childrens books as well. Each lesson is well thought out and easy to follow. All lessons are mapped out for you with a great materials list that is not too time consuming to put together. Out of all of the subjects I teach, gardening is now one of the most rewarding! Thank you Rutabaga Education!
