About This Book
A parent might reach for this book when their child starts asking questions about where food comes from or shows a new curiosity about the plants they see on a walk. "All Kinds of Gardens" is a perfect first look into the world of gardening, using crisp photographs and simple, direct sentences to introduce various types of gardens, from common vegetable and flower gardens to more unique rooftop and water gardens. It beautifully nurtures a child's sense of wonder and appreciation for the natural world. Accessible for preschoolers and a great confidence-builder for early readers, this book is an excellent, straightforward tool for building vocabulary and sparking a desire to explore nature firsthand.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
None. The book is a straightforward, secular, and positive introduction to a nature topic.
Ideal Reader
A 4- to 6-year-old who is just beginning to ask questions about the natural world, plants, and where food originates. It is particularly well-suited for a child who enjoys nonfiction and learning facts, or a city-dwelling child for whom green space is a novelty. It's a great fit for a visual learner who connects with photographs over illustrations.
Parent Prep
No preparation is necessary. The book's concepts are simple and can be read cold. A parent could enhance the experience by thinking of a local community garden, park, or nursery they could visit after reading to connect the book's ideas to the real world. A child asks "Where do carrots come from?" at the dinner table or points to a flower on a walk and asks about it. A parent might also select this book to prepare for a visit to a botanical garden or to introduce the idea of a family gardening project.
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