Garden-based workbook to connect preschool to elementary aged kids to the soil, the place where real, whole food begins. Kids will discover the value of healthy soil and how to take care of it, growing vegetables and fun ways to eat them as well as learning about beneficial microbes and insects. Developed by agronomist and mom of three, Rebecca Murakami, to develop kids’ relationship to healthy soil, seasons of the garden and real food. Inspired by the belief that lifelong wellness and resilience begins in healthy soil, this is a must have for any kids program where any size of garden is possible. Simple enough for non-gardeners and busy families to use where a garden exists or can be created (with the help of a gardener).Thoughtfully designed for:•Kids ages 3-10•Elementary classes, after school programs, summer programs, preschool, kids clubs, scouts, families•Ease of use. Teacher friendly (minimal prep time)•All in one. Teaching prompts, activities, workbook pages, garden recipes all included plus simple ideas and resources for further learning•Washington Administrative Code (WAC) friendly