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Stories from the Garden

Nicole did a  workshop with the School Learning Garden Network. This is a for-garden educators, by-garden educators event which aims to connect the Seattle (and broader) school garden community and share stories, successes, failures, and resources. Her workshop is one in a series that would have been presented at the annual Winter Workshop, which wasContinue reading “Stories from the Garden”

Winterization in the School Garden

The days are growing shorter, colder, and darker, and people and animals alike must begin to make previsions. We shed our so-called “summer coats” for heavier, bulkier winter ones. In this time of change it is time to prepare your garden for the coming months. Beds Just like you probably add a few additional layersContinue reading “Winterization in the School Garden”

Herban Legends

This cold late Fall weather is the perfect time to cozy up and make some tea. Why not share the tea-making love with your kids in the garden? And while you’re at it, share the amazing benefits and stories herbs and spices have given us throughout the years… Before getting into the tea making activity,Continue reading “Herban Legends”

Multicultural Garden Education

I would like to begin this post by stating that I am by no means an expert in Multicultural Education or Cultural Competency. I simply strive to do my best with the subject at every opportunity and improve upon my lessons where possible with Cultural Relevancy in mind. These are some strategies I have foundContinue reading “Multicultural Garden Education”