Listen "58: Is Growing a School Garden Really That Easy?"
Episode Synopsis
Send us a textSpoiler alert: Yes, and no! In this episode of School Gardens with Ease, I finally answer the question many of you have been wondering: Is growing a school garden really as easy as I keep saying it is?The short answer: It depends on how and why you do it. Most school gardens fail or become overwhelming because they're not built for education. But when your school garden is teacher-led, student-built, and connected directly to curriculum goals, it can be surprisingly simple—and incredibly powerful.🌱 Here's what you'll learn in this episode:Why most school gardens fail—and what makes mine differentWhat I actually mean when I say school gardens are easyThe non-negotiable role of education as the garden’s primary purposeHow students, not volunteers, should be doing the workWhat parents’ roles should and shouldn’t beHow working with nature (not against her!) makes gardening easierWhy planning, strategy, and patience are key to long-term successWhat it means to have a growth mindset in the gardenWhether you’re a teacher who's never touched soil or a parent eager to help, this episode will give you the honest roadmap to starting a school garden that’s simple, sustainable, and seriously educational.🎧 Tune in now and find out the truth behind the “ease” of school gardens. 👩🏫 Ready to start your own classroom garden the right way? Explore the Oasis done-for-you programs and more.
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