Hosting garden camps can be one way to manage school garden sites in the summer. This manual outlines the schedule, operational and safety policies, and vision of Gorman Heritage Farm’s garden-themed summer camps. View Resource »
Safe Gardening Guidelines
This article from KidsGardening.org has some great safety tips about water sources and animals. View Resource »
Steps to a School Garden
This website from the Collective School Garden Network has great resources for planning a garden, gaining community support, and implementing your plan, including lesson ideas and research on the benefits of garden-based education. View Resource »
Tips for Creating an Accessible School Garden
An accessible school garden is one that gives all students an opportunity to participate in its activities. While this brief offers general suggestions for garden design, bed styles, tools, practices, and preparation that will help a garden serve as an inclusive setting, remember that communicating with children, their caregivers, and experienced school personnel will best create a garden where all children can comfortably and safely grow, play, and learn. Download Brief »
