by Beth Saunders | Jul 1, 2025 | The Latest
The students at Wylam Elementary will “learn the foundation of growing from seed to soil, in addition, which crops grow well in a traditional space and which crops grow well in raised beds,” said Mrs. Thompkins, Wylam Elementary’s principal. “Students will also learn...
by Beth Saunders | Jun 25, 2025 | The Latest
The youth garden movement has grown steadily over the past decade as more educators, caregivers, and families become excited about garden-based learning opportunities for children. The Youth Garden Grantmakers Community of Practice—*a network of organizations that...
by Beth Saunders | Jun 5, 2025 | Garden Stories
When parents and teachers at Granby Elementary in Columbus, OH, formed a garden team in 2017 to develop goals for their school garden, one of their guiding principles was to help make the school more environmentally friendly. “We wanted sustainability to be a theme...
by Beth Saunders | Apr 8, 2025 | The Latest
Together, Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day and KidsGardening designed the Lots of Compassion Grant to support local leaders looking to transform vacant lots into gardens to help grow compassion in their community. We are now accepting applications for the grant program! In...
by Beth Saunders | Apr 1, 2025 | The Latest
Gardening is more than just planting seeds—it’s about nurturing curiosity, fostering teamwork, and building confidence in children. For over 40 years, KidsGardening has worked to ensure that young learners across the country have access to school and community gardens...
