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Book

All new square foot gardening with kids : learn together : gardening basics, science and math, water conservation, self-sufficiency, healthy eating

Call Number

  • 635 B287.3 (CEN, MBL)

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Publication Information

Minneapolis, Minn. : Cool Springs Press, 2014.

Physical Description

192 p. : col. ill. ; 22 cm.

Summary

Square foot gardening (SFG) is based on a grid of 1-foot squares, offering numerous opportunities for lessons in math, science, and other subjects. Includes suggestions for activities.

Notes

Includes index.

Contents

  • Kids and SFG go together like carrots & tomatoes
  • Building together: making your own SFG box
  • Getting dirty: making Mel's mix is as easy as (mud) pie
  • Miracle in a box: the thrill of growing a garden
  • The reward
  • Digging deeper: reaching out beyond the box
  • Kids guide to veggies & herbs.

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