Growing something can be very satisfying and exciting so why not share the experience with your child? Also, children can learn science when you talk about roots, leaves, and the need for water and light and math by counting seeds and measuring distances when planting. 

Here are some great books for you as parent or caregiver to find information about gardening with a child:

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These books are great stories to read with your child about growing flowers or vegetables:

 

And don't forget! Nashville Public Library has a Seed Exchange program where you can check out seeds for free at 15 different library locations.