New Winter Outdoor Educational Activities for Children this Season
For two years running our popular article on wintertime outdoor learning experiences for kids has been the “go to” for many parents and teachers across Canada. We’re honored to have been of service. As we enter yet another winter season, we thought we’d revisit the concept and provide some new ideas to make sure […]
How Organizations Are Helping Plant a Seed & See What Grows Foundation Inspire the Next Generation
We are surrounded with some amazing, altruistic, and like-minded people. Without them, we simply could not have accomplished all that we set out to do. Today, we would like to shine spotlights on some proud supporters of the Plant a Seed & See What Grows Foundation so that you can support those who have dedicated […]
How to Use Pumpkins to Teach Kids About Food Security
It’s October, and no matter where you may be in Canada, there are pumpkins everywhere. This curious looking cultivar of a squash plant currently lines the produce aisle of your local grocery store. They`re found on the porches of home fronts all over town. While your kids most likely associate the gourd with decorative carving […]
How to Celebrate World Food Day in School and at Home
Last month, we released a calendar of events that note international days of celebration that you and your children/students can use as inspiration for learning experiences this autumn/winter. One especially important event, is World Food Day. Here are 3 ways to recognize World Food Day in and outside of the class. And if you happen to […]
How to Get Kids Excited About Growing Food
Our Foundation is a big proponent of using gardening/farming to teach Canadian kids about growing food while providing them with invaluable outdoor learning experiences. You can learn more about our initiatives here. However, today’s article intends to help with your particular goal in getting your children not only interested in growing food, but downright excited […]
International Days to Inspire Outdoor Education (for Kids) this Autumn/Winter
This past September 16 was International Coastal Cleanup day, a global event started by Ocean Conservancy, a staunch supporter of marine stewardship across the planet. Many Canadian families used the event as inspiration to take the kids outside and partake in a beach cleanup, however, many missed out on the opportunity because they were not […]
Looking for Outdoor Educational Learning Resources?
If there is one predominant theme found on the Plant a Seed & See What Grows Foundation’s our website, it’s the unwavering support of outdoor education in Canada. The Foundation has some great educational resources and we love to share some other ideas, too. The reason for this focus is founded in the proven benefits […]
Why Buy Organic?
In celebration of Organic Week from September 16-24, 2017, our guest blog today is from Rachel Parent, our close friend and volunteer. In this post, Rachel Parent elaborates on the reasons why we should buy organic. Rachel is a Canadian youth activist and founder of Kids Right To Know, a not-for-profit organization advocating for GMO […]
Let’s Grow: Peer-to-Peer Fundraising
Would you like to make a difference in the lives of young children? Read our guest post from Rebecca Taylor for great tips on how to do Peer-to-Peer fundraising for the Plant a Seed Foundation. Peer-to-Peer fundraising (P2P) is a popular method of fundraising. It is when an individual (or group) raises funds by asking […]
Top Apps for Teaching Kids About the Environment and Sustainability
As the summer ends and kids retreat indoors they will be spending more time on their mobile devices. You want to make sure this is time well spent. Given that the concept of sustainability continues to grow to the forefront of childhood education, your kid’s tablet or smartphone should be loaded with apps that point […]