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Get Your Kids Excited About Gardening with These Fun Activities!

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by RAKI WRIGHT

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Gardening is a great way to get your kids outside and teach them about nature, but getting them interested in gardening can be a challenge. Fortunately, there are a number of fun activities that can help spark your child’s interest in gardening.

Did you know that there are many different types of gardens? 

You can grow flowers, vegetables, and even herbs. Help your child pick out a type of garden they would like to grow. Once you’ve decided on the type of garden, it’s time to get started!

One of the best ways to get your kids excited about gardening is to let them help with the planning and planting. Have them help you choose the plants, vegetables, or flowers that will go in your garden. Then, let them help you plant them. They’ll be so proud when they see their hard work grow!

Another great way to get your kids interested in gardening is to have them help you care for the garden. Have them help you water the plants, pull weeds, and harvest the vegetables. 

They’ll love being able to see the fruits of their labor.

10 Things you should know about Gardening with kids

  1. Gardening is a great way to get your kids outside and teach them about nature. Nature is all around us and provides many opportunities for learning.
  2. Gardening can help spark your child’s interest in science.  Science is all around us, and gardening is a great way to introduce basic concepts. Also, as kids observe their plants grow, they’ll be able to see science in action!
  3. Gardening is a great way to bond with your kids. Spending time together outside can create lasting memories. Plus, it’s a great opportunity to teach them about responsibility and teamwork.
  4. Gardening can be a great way to teach kids about healthy eating. When kids grow their own food, they’re more likely to eat it! Gardening is also a great opportunity to introduce them to new and different fruits and vegetables.
  5. Kids learn best by doing. So get them involved in every step of the gardening process, from planning to planting to harvesting.
  6. Gardening can be messy. So be prepared with some old clothes and plenty of sunscreen. Also, consider doing your gardening in an area where the mess can be easily cleaned up.
  7. Gardening is a great way to teach kids about patience. Plants take time to grow, so kids will need to be patient if they want to see results. This is a valuable lesson that they can apply to other areas of their life.
  8. Gardening can be a great way to relieve stress. So take some time for yourself and enjoy the peace and quiet of working in the garden.
  9. Gardening is a great way to teach kids about responsibility. They’ll need to help water the plants and pull weeds if they want the garden to thrive.
  10. Gardening is a great way for kids to get exercise. 

Running around in the backyard, digging in the dirt, and hauling buckets of water are all great ways for kids to get some exercise. And they’ll have so much fun, they won’t even realize they’re getting a workout!

7 Things you should never do when gardening with kids

No matter how much your kids love helping you in the garden, there are some things you should avoid doing when they’re around. Here are 7 tips on what exactly to avoid:

1. Never force them to garden if they don’t want to. 

Gardening should be something that they enjoy, not a chore.

2. Never scold them if they make a mess. 

Remember, gardening can be messy. So embrace the mess and have fun!

3. Never get angry if the plants don’t grow as planned. 

Plants can be unpredictable, so go with the flow and enjoy the process.

4. Never neglect their safety. 

Be sure to use proper safety equipment, such as gloves and sunscreen, to protect them from harm.

5. Never put them in charge of the garden. 

They’re still learning, so it’s best to supervise them as they work.

6. Never forget to have fun! 

Gardening should be enjoyable for both you and your child. So take some time to relax and enjoy the experience.

7. Never give up! 

If gardening is something that you’re passionate about, then don’t let anything stand in your way. Gardening with kids can be challenging, but it’s also incredibly rewarding. So stick with it and enjoy the ride!

We hope you enjoyed this article on gardening with kids. For more tips and advice, be sure to check out our website. Happy gardening!

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