Every week I get to teach garden-based education to 120 wonderful students that come from all walks of life. What exactly is garden-based education you ask? In short, a seed-to-table garden program teaches kids standard-based lessons utilizing the garden as an outdoor classroom where they can actively engage with their environment. The curriculum covers all subjects from literacy to life science to math and everything in between. Learning beyond the four walls of a classroom teaches
children through personal discovery in natural settings, ecological principles that govern all life, as well as develop a sense of connection with the land. The countless benefits range from health and sustainability awareness, personal growth and development, and an instilled sense of community.
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| Dried out sunflower seeds make for a tasty snack! |
I witness first-hand how effective and invaluable this program is for the kids. Seeing a child wide-eyed and curious while learning about a plant's lifecycle, or sampling a fruit they've never tried before plucked directly off the tree is truly amazing. I'm looking forward to the rest of the year and excited to share more of my garden classroom experiences!
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| The kids going bonkers for blueberries! |
