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After-School Gardening Program

Teaching kids how to grow a garden, one seed at a time

Kids planting in soil

Bring gardening education to your school today.

Empower students with hands-on learning and a deeper connection to nature by introducing gardening education to your school. Our engaging program combines practical skills, environmental awareness, and teamwork to cultivate both gardens and minds. Perfect for fostering curiosity, responsibility, and a love for sustainable living, gardening education brings the classroom outdoors, creating a dynamic and enriching experience for every student

Kids planting in soil

Built By Gardeners, Designed For Kids.

Pre-K and K

Week 1

  • Garden Exploration
  • Seed Exploration Activity
  • Planting Seeds

Week 2

  • Garden Exploration Recap
  • Seed Germination Observation
  • Craft Activity

Week 3

  • Sensory Garden Exploration
  • Soil Exploration

Week 4

  • Nature Art Session
  • Check on Germination

Week 5

  • Caterpillar Observation
  • Interactive Story Time

Week 6

  • Butterfly Art and Crafts
  • Scavenger Hunt

Week 7

  • Introduction to Vegetable Gardens
  • Planting Session

Week 8

  • Garden Care Workshop
  • Vegetable Garden Inspection
  • Story Time

Week 9

  • Nature Art Exhibition
  • Photo Capture

Week 10

  • Harvest Preparation
  • Vegetable Tasting
  • Reflection Session
  • Certificate Ceremony

1st - 6th Grade

Week 1

  • Welcome to the garden
  • Current Garden Knowledge Discussion
  • Planting Herbs

Week 2

  • Observe Planted Herbs
  • Garden Care Workshop

Week 3

  • Observe Planted Herbs
  • Introduction to Weather Patterns
  • Earth’s Solar Orbit Discussion
  • Daily Observations

Week 4

  • Seasonal Changes Discussion
  • Plant Response to Weather
  • Weather-Inspired Pairs Art
  • Check on Plant Growth

Week 5

  • Introduction to Botanical Art
  • Nature-Inspired Art Session
  • Art Exhibition

Week 6

  • Garden Journal Setup
  • Journaling Session
  • Journal Sharing

Week 7

  • Pollinator Discussion
  • Pollinator Identification
  • Group Pollinator Project

Week 8

  • Introduction to Herbs
  • Herb Planting Session
  • Herb Tasting

Week 9

  • Mini-Ecosystem Creation
  • Ecosystem Exploration
  • Reflection

Week 10:

  • Garden Engineering Introduction
  • Design and Build
  • Showcase

7th - 8th Grade

Week 1

  • Introduction to Plant Anatomy
  • Hands-On Dissection
  • Discussion of Photosynthesis

Week 2

  • Introduction to Soil Science
  • Soil Testing Experiment
  • Discussion of Soil Amendments

Week 3

  • Introduction to Permaculture Principles
  • Discussion of Water Conservation
  • Design Challenge

Week 4

  • Introduction to Pest Management
  • Identification of Pests & Diseases
  • Discussion of Natural Pest Deterrants

Week 5

  • Introduction to Scientific Inquiry
  • Garden-Based Experiment Design
  • Data Collection and Analysis

Week 6

  • Presentation of Experiment Results
  • Discussion of Findings
  • Reflection on the Scientific Process

Week 7

  • Introduction to Engineering Principles
  • Design Challenge

Week 8

  • Testing and Evaluation
  • Discussion of Design Improvements

Week 9

  • Discussion of Global Food Systems
  • Exploration of Cultural Gardening Practices
  • Seed Saving and Exchange

Week 10

  • Community Garden Project
  • Reflection

Expert Gardening Instructors

Our gardening instructors are carefully selected for their expertise, passion, and hands-on experience. Each instructor undergoes a thorough vetting process to ensure they possess not only deep knowledge of gardening techniques but also the ability to teach and inspire.

Woman standing with shovel

Trusted Guides for Young Gardeners

Experienced gardening professionals engage students in fun, educational activities that promote growth and teamwork.

Tailored Teaching Methods

Exciting lectures with hands-on practice, ensuring students not only hear about effective gardening techniques but also get to try them too.

Live Scan - Fingerprints

We ensure the safety and security of students by verifying the instructor's criminal history through fingerprinting.

Tuberculosis Tests

Instructors are screened is for tuberculosis (TB), protecting the health and well-being of students and staff.

How It Works

Step 1

Enroll School

Fill out the enrollment form with your school’s details and preferences.

Step 2

Invite Students

Your school gets a special link to send to students to sign up.

Step 3

Start Classes

Classes are conducted each week on-site at your school, for 10 weeks.

Parents have shared how much their children enjoy the hands-on activities and how it has sparked conversations at home about sustainability and healthy eating. This program has been a fantastic addition to our school!

John S.

Principal, Wagner Elementary

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does the program cost?
School enrollment is FREE. Student enrollment is $250 per child for the 10 week program, paid by the parents.
How long is each class?
1 hour
Do the gardening instructors have background checks?
We pre-screen all of our gardening instructors with a background check before they teach any classes.