The Little Gardener: Helping Children Connect with the Natural World by Julie Cerny, Ysemay Dercon The Boy Who Drew Birds and former features editor at

and former features editor at Psychology Today magazine

it will encourage kids to get involved in choosing activities and help adults in structuring play

removed from the "real" life that lies outside

glossary and bibliography

The Little Gardener: Helping Children Connect with the Natural World by Julie Cerny, Ysemay Dercon The Boy Who Drew Birds and former features editor atThe Little Gardener is an engaging illustrated guide for parents, grandparents, caregivers, and educators who want to help children explore the natural world through gardening. Part how to, part teaching tool, and part inspiration, The Little Gardener is a thoughtful combination of detailed instructions, tips, anecdotes, and seasonal activities designed to connect gardeners to natural systems. With fun projects, useful charts, and creative journal