Early childhood is a great time to start getting children engaged with gardening, food, and the earth. Here at Nature Net, we are committed to sharing resources to get kids of all ages and backgrounds outside and engaged with all parts of nature. Gardening is a great way to introduce children to the importance of plants, “dirt” (maybe we can get them to call it soil!), and the value of working together to produce food and beauty for our communities.

If you’re looking for ways to share the value and joys of gardening, sustainable food, and local community engagement, look no further! Here are fun activities and methods for getting young kids involved with gardening and food.

Rooted

Food and gardening ideas and activities for every learning level, available in English and Spanish!

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