Garden Opportunities for Parents
Parents are a priceless asset to any school or church community garden. Gardens are often started around the excitement and energy of kids within a community group. Parents can make this experience that much more rewarding and easier to sustain by embracing the lessons and outlets available to the entire family for participation.
Consider being a weekly garden checker for your kid’s school garden, coordinate with neighboring families to have a shared backyard garden, or simply start considering ideas to incorporate garden produce in the kitchen or as daily snacks. Here are a few opportunities for you to consider: