Choosing the right plants for your garden is always important, but it’s especially crucial for gardens designed for young children. This list from Kidsgardening.org includes annual and perennial plants considered safe for young children. View Resource »
Garden to Cafeteria Toolkit
Slow Food USA, in partnership with Whole Kids Foundation, has developed a toolkit to help school district food services safely bring school garden produce onto the lunch line! The toolkit builds off the successes and safety protocols of five school districts across the United States to provide templates and a step-by-step process to help District Food Services develop their own protocols. View Resource »
Using Veggies From School Gardens in Recipes
This document is a great reminder of the ways that school gardens are a great way to introduce children to a wide variety of fruits and vegetables. Find fun summer recipes as well as documents to help you navigate issues of food safety. View Resource »
Reducing Lead Hazard in Gardens and Play Areas
Lead is the most common metal contaminant in urban areas. Lead exists naturally in soils at concentrations of 10 to 50 parts per million (ppm). Higher concentrations may indicate lead contamination. This document from Oregon State University Extension will walk you through ways to limit risks of lead contamination in outdoor learning spaces. View Resource »
La Crosse Community Garden Toolkit
This comprehensive guide covers topics such as selecting a site, establishing a garden committee, securing funding, and building your garden. View Resource »
