Author is a Environmental Science Educator, Citizen/Community Science Project Leader, and Curriculum Writer
The health of the planet and of humanity is connected to food. Where our food comes from matters. How our food is grown matters. The diversity of our food matters. With so many educational initiatives, if kids learn early, it becomes an enduring part of their lives.
Young naturalists can explore the fun of backyard gardening through stories and journal entries, detailed instructions, and interesting facts about food and nature.
One part how-to guide, one part garden journey, and one part educational adventure, this guide serves as a portal to the rich soils and seed beds of the backyard garden. Guided by educator Ron Smith, young naturalists will learn about planting and harvesting, the highlights of each season in the garden, and the importance of biodiversity.
Topics explored include:
• Community agriculture
• Composting
• The fascinating world of fungi
• Raising backyard chickens
• Beekeeping
Adventures in Backyard Gardening will engage children from age eight through early teens to develop their interest in growing food, understanding nature’s role in our health, and becoming lifelong participants in the earth’s bounty.
Supported by illustrations and photographs, easy-to-follow plans for planting and facts about food and nature come together to show how working in the garden can be a true adventure.
Young naturalists can explore the fun of backyard gardening through stories and journal entries, detailed instructions, and interesting facts about food and nature.
