Victory gardens (originally called war gardens or liberty gardens) made their first appearance during World War I (1914–1918). President Woodrow Wilson called on Americans to plant vegetable gardens to ward off the possible threat of food shortages. Americans took up the challenge as a civic and patriotic duty. During World War I (1914-1918) and WorldContinue reading “History Lesson on Victory Gardens — How Vegetables Fight Food Shortages During WWI and WWII”
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History Lesson Victory Gardens — How Vegetables Fight Food Shortages During WWI and WWII
Victory gardens (originally called war gardens or liberty gardens) made their first appearance during World War I (1914–1918). President Woodrow Wilson called on Americans to plant vegetable gardens to ward off the possible threat of food shortages. Americans took up the challenge as a civic and patriotic duty. During World War I (1914-1918) and WorldContinue reading “History Lesson Victory Gardens — How Vegetables Fight Food Shortages During WWI and WWII”
A Year of Growth – Gardens, Food and Young Minds!
The TFES Garden Club was revived in the Spring of 2021. It was a year full of challenges, growth and kids gardening. We are excited to share a review of our year growing food and young minds at Thomas Fitzwater Elementary School in Upper Dublin, PA. CLICK TO SEE ALL PHOTOS – The photo foldersContinue reading “A Year of Growth – Gardens, Food and Young Minds!”
Plant Play dates – Fall 2021
Fall Farmers had a blast last week learning about ways to deal with stress, using nature to make us healthier — body and mind. We also played some fun games, harvested from the garden and kids enjoyed getting hosed down on a hot day! Meanwhile the middle schoolers planted trees out front! #plantsplaydate #tfesgardenclub
The End is Just the Beginning
Students: you have made it through a school year like no other 😷 and we are proud of you 👏. Best wishes to all the TFES students this summer and we hope to see you in the garden! Congratulations to the TFES graduating 5th graders! Sandy Run is getting some great kids! SignUp This SummerContinue reading “The End is Just the Beginning”
Students’ Sprout Houses – Grow Your Own Magic Beans
The sprout house is a favorite craft, which highlights the health benefits of eating beans (they really are magic!) and how easy it is to germinate a seed. Check out this resource for additional activities to do with your magic bean Sprout House. https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/My-Little-Sprout-House-Printable-1218023. Here’s what to do next with your bean sprouts… What toContinue reading “Students’ Sprout Houses – Grow Your Own Magic Beans”
INSTRUCTIONS FOR SUMMER VOLUNTEERS
Welcome Garden Guards! Check back for updates! The below information is for those whom have already completed the Summer SignUp Genius, so please do so if you have not already. To help you with your gardening duties, we have created a list with tips for volunteering in the TFES Food Garden: INSTRUCTIONS FOR VOLUNTEERS wereContinue reading “INSTRUCTIONS FOR SUMMER VOLUNTEERS”
TFES Garden Club – Spring 2021 Award Ceremony
To celebrate the ending of the school year, Mr McLaughlin (with the help of some students) created our 1st annual awards! Here are some of photos capturing the events! Hopefully next year we can have families attend and celebrate by eating our harvest! For this year, bubbles, applause from friends, sprout houses and certificates withContinue reading “TFES Garden Club – Spring 2021 Award Ceremony”
Wild Wednesdays in the Garden (photos and progress of the TFES Student Program)
Photos of Student Garden Club TFES Garden Club – Spring 2021 Award Ceremony To celebrate the ending of the school year, we have out 1st Annual Garden Club Awards! CLICK HERE for some of photos capturing the events! ABOUT TFES STUDENT GARDEN CLUB PROGRAM: Student Club Classes (aka meetings) take place during school time, offeringContinue reading “Wild Wednesdays in the Garden (photos and progress of the TFES Student Program)”
TFES GARDEN CLUB 