There are countless benefits to gardening with young children, including spending time in nature, experiencing life cycles in real time, and improving attention.
Herb gardening is an especially joyful way to get young children involved in the garden. The plants are easy to grow, are readily available at garden centers and nurseries, and offer a rich sensory experience of smells, colors, and tastes. Thanks to the connection between our senses and our emotions, herbs can offer us an enjoyable way to delve into social and emotional learning (SEL).