Children's Gardens
Gardening with kids is a great way to get them interested in nature. From the onset, children are inquisitive and learning how to design a garden for children will spark their curiosity even more. They love to watch plants grow and it’s a great learning experience for them. Many educational subjects can be covered simply by gardening with kids. Within the following pages, you will find information and tips for gardening with children and ideas for creative garden projects for kids. Keep reading to learn more about gardening with children.
Children's Gardens
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Kids’ Beanstalk Gardening Lesson – How To Grow A Magic Beanstalk
Growing a beanstalk with kids is the perfect way to share something magical. Click here to learn more about this fun family project.
By Amy Grant
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Birdhouse Gourd Design: How To Make A Gourd Birdhouse With Kids
Combining gardening and crafts is a great way to hold a child's interest. Making a gourd birdhouse is one such activity. Learn more about making these birdhouses in this article.
By Anne Baley
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Garden Themed Projects: Using Crafts From The Garden To Teach Kids
Can I teach art lessons to kids if I’m not artistic? You don't have to be an artist yourself to combine art activities with nature. Learn more here.
By Leslie Garner
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Kid’s Winter Crafts: Staying Busy With Winter Garden Crafts
Stock up on supplies and develop some creative winter garden crafts your little ones will be sure to enjoy. Get started here.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Indoor Salad Gardening – Growing Indoor Greens With Kids
Got a picky eater? Try indoor salad gardening with your children. It’s also a fun and educational family activity. Click here to learn more.
By Laura Miller
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Getting Kids Outdoors – Hacks For Gardening With Kids
Getting kids outdoors in the garden may not always be so simple. Finding fun ideas to make gardening easier can help. Click here.
By Leslie Garner
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Cress Head Ideas – Cress Egg Head Fun With Kids
Making cress heads is a whimsical craft. Click here for some cress head egg ideas for you and your kid’s next family project.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Paper Plants: Making A Paper Garden With Kids
Craft projects for kids are great when the weather is cold. Making a paper garden is a fun way to teach them about plants. Learn more here.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Hydroponic Farming With Kids – Hydroponic Gardening At Home
Hydroponic farming with kids requires some basic knowledge, but it’s not difficult and teaches valuable lessons. Learn more here.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Autumn Nature Activities – Engaging Nature Crafts For Kids
One way to keep kids busy learning is with nature activities like these.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Autumn Garden For Kids: Gardening In Fall With Children
Fall gardening with kids can be a fulfilling and satisfying way to teach as well as spark an interest in nature. Click here to get started.
By Tonya Barnett
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Babies In The Garden: How To Garden With A Baby
Gardening with a baby is possible and can even be fun once your child is a few months old. Just follow some common sense measures and make it a great experience for you both. This article can help get you started with tips for bringing babies in the garden.
By Becca Badgett
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Off-Season Gardening With Kids – Garden-Based Learning Through Fall And Winter
With fall around the corner, parents may be looking for off-season gardening ideas. Click here for learning through gardening activities.
By Susan Albert
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Autistic Children And Gardening: Creating Autism Friendly Gardens For Kids
Autism gardening therapy is becoming a fantastic therapeutic tool. Creating autism friendly gardens benefits children on every level of the spectrum as well as caregivers. Click this article for more on gardening with kids with autism.
By Amy Grant
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Pollinator Lesson Ideas: Planting A Pollinator Garden With Kids
If you want some lessons on pollination for kids, you may be struggling on how to begin. Click here for ideas for hands-on pollinator lessons.
By Teo Spengler
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Identifying Wildlife With Kids: Teach Children About Wildlife In Your Garden
By planning a garden attractive to wildlife, children will be inspired to question, explore, and interact in a whole new way. Learn more here.
By Tonya Barnett
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Gardens For Kids: What Is A Learning Garden
Teach your children about plants, biology, food and nutrition, and so many other things just by growing a garden together. This article will help.
By Mary Ellen Ellis