Bringing students outside to learn doesn’t just make lessons more engaging. It helps them connect with nature, build hands-on skills, and deepen their understanding of the world around them. Yet, many teachers feel unsure about how to start or worry that they lack the time and expertise to...

Creating a vibrant, thriving school garden is a rewarding endeavor that offers countless educational benefits. However, one of the biggest challenges educators and volunteers face is maintaining the garden, especially during the long summer break.

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When it comes to creating school gardens, one common belief often surfaces: "A school garden is just too expensive!" But let’s break down this perception and understand why it persists and more importantly, why it doesn’t have to be true.

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Are you a parent dreaming of a school garden where your child can learn hands-on about nature, food, and sustainability? You’re not alone! Many parents feel passionate about school gardens as a way to empower kids with life skills, like growing their own food. But if you’re...

School gardens can be so much more than a place to grow food. They can transform into vibrant, multifunctional spaces that engage students, attract wildlife, and beautify the campus. By designing gardens with a holistic approach, teachers can create environments that serve diverse roles while...

As outdoor educators, we know that nature-based learning isn’t just about growing gardens—it’s about creating opportunities for children to explore, learn, and thrive in an outdoor environment. In this post, I’m excited to share highlights from my recent conversation with...

When planning to incorporate a garden into your classroom, the way you approach lesson planning can make or break the success of the project. Teachers often fall into a common trap: starting with core curriculum goals and trying to fit gardening activities into them. While this method works well...

A school garden can be a powerful teaching tool, offering students hands-on, experiential learning that connects to a wide variety of subjects. But many teachers unknowingly make the biggest mistake right at the start. And it has nothing to do with what they grow, how they grow it, or even where...

Growing a school garden can seem intimidating, especially with all the myths floating around. But the truth is, it's easier than you think, if you do it right! In this post, we'll tackle some common misconceptions that might be holding you back from growing the teaching garden of your dreams.

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Starting a garden from seeds can feel daunting, especially when you’re juggling different seed sizes, planting locations, and the confusing world of timing. As a teacher, you want to inspire your students to grow plants with confidence, not overwhelm them—or yourself—with...

As the weather cools and the days grow shorter, many of us assume that gardening has to take a back seat. But that’s not true! You can bring nature into your classroom and keep your students engaged in hands-on learning throughout the fall and winter months. And no, it doesn’t require...