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It's National Garden Week and The Soil in Jackie's Garden by Peggy Thomas and illustrated by Neely Daggett is the perfect way to celebrate!
Follow Jackie and her diverse friends as they meet pollinators, measure progress, and patiently wait for their plants to grow. This fun book is filled with facts that will teach young readers about the life cycle of a plant, the natural processes that create new soil, and the importance of composting for a sustainable garden.
Check out the trailer below and download a free coloring page for The Soil in Jackie's Garden here!
To get kids even more excited about gardening, check out the The Root Viewer activity kit! The kit includes everything needed to start a mini garden: a transparent viewer box with a lid, nutrient-rich soil, high-germination seeds (Spring Onion and Cilantro), fun and colorful stickers for personalization, and an easy-to-follow instruction guide. Best of all it can be done indoors! Making it an exciting and accessible activity for all.