Gardening Kids

"A lot of answers to life's questions can be harvested from a student garden. A child who nurtures a tiny lettuce plant is more likely to enjoy a salad. As the plant grows, the child develops, learning of nature, nutrition and responsibility." Seeds: School Gardens Offer Learning Opportunities. 2/12 Debbie Arrington. December 12, 2010. SacBee.com

Schools are collaborating with businesses, hospitals, and gardeners to create amazing learning opportunities. Grant High School in Sacramento has an extensive community garden, sustainability, and entrepreneurship program.

Gardening is a natural, simple, and sometimes profitable way for children to learn. With First Lady Obama, and California's First Lady Maria Shriver supporting gardening in schools and communities.


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