SPRING 2013: Edible Schoolyard Project
The stated mission of the Edible Schoolyard is “to create and sustain an organic garden and landscape that is wholly integrated into the school’s curriculum, culture, and food program.”

Edible education is making an impact in communities all over the world. Learn about the innovative work being done and support the incredible people doing it. If you have a program, join the network and share your story! Visit them on the web at http://edibleschoolyard.org

WINTER 2013: Gardening In Your Classroom
Greater Newark Conservancy

For 25 years, the Greater Newark Conservancy has been a leader in garden education on many levels. Enrich your classroom with their downloadable lesson, “Propagating Plants in a Plastic Bag Greenhouse” which is a wonderful winter lesson for school garden curricula.

There are a number of ways to propagate a plant other than using seeds. Taking cuttings and putting them in water to root is not a very good idea because the roots that grow are brittle and often break off when put in soil.

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