Growing Together: Open Forum

Did you know that November 1 is National Family Literacy day? How do you incorporate English Language Arts (ELA) or literacy in the garden? 

Did you catch the NCYGS "Literacy Moves Outdoors" Session hosted by Valerie Bang-Jensen and Mark Lubkowitz? Have you incorporated story walks, word gardens, or interpretive signage in your garden?

If you are interested in learning more about how to use the garden to teach literacy to kids, incorporate literary elements, and celebrate books, join us on
November 10, 7pm EST, for our ELA in the Garden Webinar!



During this webinar, Valerie and Mark, along with ELA expert Jennifer Tianen, will be sharing about how they integrate ELA into their outdoor classrooms, activities to do with students, and tips on getting started.

This event is designed for educators of all age groups and contexts. Space is limited, so be sure to save your spot! 

Registered participants will be automatically entered in a giveaway for one of 3 FREE gift baskets ($210 value!!) that includes:

• Books in Bloom, authored by Mark and Valerie! 
• $50 gift card for Gardener's Supply Company  
• 1 gallon berry blue Smart Pot with KidsGardening logo
• 5 tree kits
• 5 seed sets
• 1 pair of Garden Freak webbed gloves

Check out the details on the Crowdcast event page and register now!

If you have any questions for the presenters, please post them here! 

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Lily Nguyen
KidsGardening
Education Specialist
lilyn@kidsgardening.org
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