Looking for ways to pry the kids away from their electronic devices now that school is ending for the summer? Gardening is a healthy, exercise-provoking, and potentially lifelong activity worth trying ...

Gardeners often get the bug from messing around in the dirt as kids. You can encourage your kiddos' green thumbs with these easy projects that are sure to delight them. For your kids' indoor or ...

Grow strawberries in winter with kids in 8 simple steps. Encourage curiosity, care, and hands-on learning while enjoying a rewarding harvest even in small spaces.

Gardening is good for the mind, body and spirit. It is also good for the youngsters in our lives. Research shows that gardening helps relieve stress, improve focus, positively impacts mood and ...

Growing combinations in pots is easy and fun for young green thumbers. Question: I really enjoy growing herbs. How can I encourage my kids to have fun growing them, too? Answer: This is a wonderful ...

For many families, summer means scrambling to secure spots at overpriced and overbooked summer camps. But what’s the alternative? This summer, unlock a hidden gem of an enriching, affordable and ...

The Chicago middle school kids who garden with Natasha Nicholes at the urban farm she created are certainly focused on fun—sometimes so much that they don’t realize they’re taking in life skills, too.