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For decades, we’ve seen firsthand how gardens can be inspirational, safe spaces where youth can build community, gain a sense of place and learn skills that will last them a lifetime. We know that gardens are powerful spaces that can…

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April is here, and our annual celebration of kids in the garden is in full swing! This year, our Kids Garden Month contest asks kids to tell us what they LOVE about their garden. Already, we’ve gotten such amazing entries!…

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Gardening engages young children by providing a dynamic environment to observe, discover, experiment, nurture and learn. An adventure for all ages, the garden provides opportunities for young children to build strong connections with caring adults and their communities in many…

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As you are figuring out educating or entertaining your children in these coming weeks, we want to be a resource for you. We are sharing some of our favorite garden- and nature-based activities and lesson plans. We are focusing on ideas that don't require many materials, and oftentimes with things that you already have on hand.

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[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.10.4″ _module_preset=”b70d5bb2-e40f-41f7-aab7-045dba2ad2ff” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.10.4″ _module_preset=”9ea9f19d-2270-4039-8b81-fdab3aee5304″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.10.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.13.1″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″] Working the Room with Worms There was a look of surprise on the faces in the audience when I dumped out a tub…

[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″] Christine Gall, a hands-on garden educator with students from kindergarten through college, gives quick, fun previews, sample lessons, and…

[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.10.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.10.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.10.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.13.1″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″] A couple of years ago, I shared my top tips for school gardens and one of them was “Invest in Your Soil.” This…

[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.10.4″ _module_preset=”b70d5bb2-e40f-41f7-aab7-045dba2ad2ff” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.10.4″ _module_preset=”9ea9f19d-2270-4039-8b81-fdab3aee5304″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.10.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.13.1″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″] Nine years ago, Bobby Wilson retired from the University of Georgia (UGA) Cooperative Extension. While the norm at this time of your life…