We help kids play, learn, and grow through gardening

KidsGardening supports the educators and caregivers bringing the life-changing benefits of gardening to kids.

We support educators and families with grant funding, original educational resources, inspiration, and community to get more kids learning through the garden.

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Hands-on lessons and inspiration for all ages.
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Our favorite gardening activities for kids and tips.
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Holiday Gift Guide – Garden Books

Holiday Gift Guide – Garden Books

Linh’s Rooftop Garden by JaNay Brown-Wood Linh is having a picnic in her rooftop garden for all of her friends, and she needs help searching for blueberries to finish preparing her dishes. What do...

The 2026 Youth Garden Grant is Open!

The 2026 Youth Garden Grant is Open!

KidsGardening’s flagship grant program, the Youth Garden Grant, is now open! This year marks our 44th year offering this grant, and we are eager to support more school and youth garden...

Creating Calendars and Garden Funds

Creating Calendars and Garden Funds

A small organization with big ideas, the Maine School Garden Network (MSGN) has been carrying out its mission to promote and support youth gardening in Maine since 2002. With over 250 school gardens...