Library Resources for Children's Gardening
A study done in 2021 detailed how a majority of children from ages 4-7 are confused if their food comes from a plant or animal. Creating and planning a garden addresses those concerns by teaching children the life cycle of a plant from seed to harvest. Spring is the perfect time to start planning for a summer garden. The Richmond Public Library has many resources available to help caregivers teach children about food sources and how to garden. Whether one lives on a large plot of land or in a tiny apartment with a window or balcony,...