March 22, 2011
"I remember my niece, when she was first born, and the great irony of her learning how to walk by holding onto tomato plants and how to count with cherry tomatoes. When a kid grows up that way and is involved with seeing something grow and seeing something die and seeing something be reused, it’s a different kind of upbringing."

— Jake Gyllenhaal, Edible Schoolyard spokesman and school garden evangelist

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March 21, 2011
Where does your NYC garden grow?

Free and cheap events help at-home gardeners grow.

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March 20, 2011
What an absolutely charming little garden story from a girl named Pepper. Story and photo at Reading My Tea Leaves.

What an absolutely charming little garden story from a girl named Pepper. Story and photo at Reading My Tea Leaves.

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February 24, 2011
N.Y. Daily News - Teachers learn how to incorporate gardens into the classroom in Bronx workshop

N.Y. Daily News - Teachers learn how to incorporate gardens into the classroom in Bronx workshop

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January 6, 2011
Effort to Restore Children’s Play Gains Momentum

We think that gardening with your kids is a great way to get them outside, moving around, and dreaming!

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January 3, 2011
2011: The Year of the Vegetable

The chairman of the W. Atlee Burpee Co. says children can learn to enjoy healthier foods if they grow them with their parents. It’s easier than you think.

(Source: foodnewsjournal.com)

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