Does Your Preschooler Have a Green Thumb?

May 16, 2013
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Is your child getting ready to start preschool? You can help your child make the most of the new school year by incorporating various lessons into at-home games and activities. If your child has a passion for gardening, then you can help him or her pursue this passion by allowing your child to practice this hobby at home. Use this guide for more information about helping your preschooler get involved in gardening:

  • Gardening offers a number of benefits to children of all ages. This fun activity allows children to get their hands dirty-which is a favorite pastime of many children, as parents know all too well! Getting involved in gardening also allows children to learn a variety of important lessons about the world around them. Children will develop a better understanding of plant life while also learning about the importance of nurturing items as they grow. Gardening also provides children with a sense of responsibility, allowing them to learn the importance of tending to their duties.
  • It can be easy to adopt gardening as a family hobby. You can start the adventure by finding books, websites, and other resources that can help your family learn more about different types of plants. This can provide a great opportunity to find information about a variety of fruits and vegetables and how to incorporate more of them into your diet. Not only will this help your child gain more gardening skills; it will also allow your entire family to easily adopt healthier eating habits.
  • You can help your child pursue his or her passion by starting a garden in your backyard. Talk to your child about what plants to include in the garden, and then create a basic layout of where each plant will be placed. If you don’t have room for a backyard garden, you and your child can learn more by taking regular trips to your local farmer’s market!

Gardening can be a great after-school activity for children of all ages. These tips will help your family pick up more gardening skills and reap the many benefits of gardening.

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