Anita Croft

Autumn is a wonderful time to garden with children. As the weather cools, tamariki can explore seasonal change through hands-on activities like seed saving, planting winter vegetables, composting, and building bug hotels. These simple gardening activities help children learn about nature, soil care, and plant life cycles while developing a meaningful connection to the garden.

Gardening helps children build healthy eating habits by connecting them to food from seed to plate. Through growing, harvesting, and cooking, tamariki develop confidence, food literacy, and a positive relationship with vegetables in a joyful, hands-on way.

Teach tamariki the importance of watering with fun, hands-on garden activities. Learn practical watering tips for early childhood gardens that nurture care, responsibility, and curiosity while helping your plants thrive all summer long.