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Wings, Worms, and Wonder: A Guide for Creatively Integrating Gardening and Outdoor Learning Into Children's Lives
Wings Worms and Wonder A Guide for Creatively Integrating Gardening and Outdoor Learning Into Children's Lives Author:Kelly Johnson So you have a garden, but now what do you do with it? — Peppered with anecdotes and friendly advice, while based in research and experience, Wings, Worms, and Wonder: A Guide for Creatively Integrating Gardening and Outdoor Learning by Kelly Johnson answers this question. Above and beyond gardening guidance on topics such as composting and organi... more »c pest control, it gives adults the tools to reconnect themselves and the children in their lives to the natural world through holistic gardening experiences. It will ignite your confidence to create outdoor learning experiences that nurture both wonder and ecological literacy.
Overflowing with tips for successfully gardening with children in school and community settings, as well as including 36 child tested lesson plans, you'll find everything you need to seamlessly integrate gardening into both elementary curricula and daily life. Rooted in scientific and arts based Nature-Study and progressive education models, this guide is invaluable for anyone wanting to grow a thriving children's gardening program. This book will inspire and equip you to sprout a happier healthier generation of children!« less