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by National Farm to School Network | 05-Oct-2017
In this webinar recording, partners from Montana, New Jersey, North Carolina and Mississippi share how their states celebrate National Farm to School Month and other farm to school celebratory activities. Hear their tips and ideas for getting started in your community.
by National Farm to School Network & Colorado State University | 29-Sep-2017
Using a survey and case study approach, this report examines the economic impact of local purchasing and provides new insight into the potential for farm to school procurement to positively impact local economies.
by National Farm to School Network | 21-Sep-2017
In this webinar, learn about federal legislative activities and state policy efforts that are advancing opportunities for the expansion of farm to school in K-12 and early care education settings nationwide. Presenters share key learnings from recent policy efforts, and discuss advocacy opportunities for getting involved in current initiatives.
by National Farm to School Network | 20-Sep-2017
In this webinar, learn about farm to school’s opportunities and benefits for farmers and producers. Hear stories shared by three family farmers and catch a preview at NFSN's forthcoming case studies on the economic impacts of farm to school.
by Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services | 13-Sep-2017
Growing with MO Harvest of the Season is a Missouri Farm to preschool program that offers resources and training for all types of early care and education settings. The goal is to educate children and the adults in their lives about the benefits of locally grown fruits and vegetables and help them find ways to eat more of these foods. The program focuses on 14 Missouri grown fruits and vegetables.
by Wisconsin Nutrition, Physical Activity and Obesity Program | 1-May-2016
"Got Dirt?" walks you through all the steps to plan and build a school garden, and provides example activities for garden programming.
by NYC Health Department | 12-Sep-2017
Handouts from the NYC Health Department for farm to early care and education available in English and Spanish.
by Community Groundworks | 12-Sep-2017
This is a farm to early care and education resource for farmers in Hmong.
by | 12-Sep-2017
Harvest for Healthy Kids gives you everything you need to inspire children with fresh food grown close to home. Download our free activity kits developed by teachers and childcare providers, and join us in helping a new generation thrive. (Resources available in English and Spanish.)
by NYC Health Department | 12-Sep-2017
This Farm to Preschool program from the NYC Health Department uses the Just Say Yes to Fruit and Vegetables Stellar Farmers Market curriculum and recipes. The recipes focus on fruits and vegetables that grow in the NYC region. The recipes are available in English and Spanish.
by Growing Minds | 12-Sep-2017
Estas recetas son aprobados por los padres, los maestros y los niños. Las recetas destacan los ingredientes locales y los ingredientes de temporada y son perfectas para cocinar las comidas memorables y los bocadillos a la casa y en la clase.
by | 12-Sep-2017
Oregon Harvest for Schools is a campaign to promote Oregon foods in school settings and to families. A variety of resources relating to the Oregon Harvest for Schools program are available here.
by USDA | 12-Sep-2017
Implement the new Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) meal pattern with these helpful tools. On October 1, 2017, the new standards that include a greater variety of vegetables, more whole grains, and less added sugars and saturated fat will go into effect. Available in Spanish and English
by USDA | 12-Sep-2017
Send this booklet home to parents and caregivers to share what's being covered in class, as well as healthy recipes and helpful tips. Available in Spanish and English.
by The Collective School Garden Network | 12-Sep-2017
Find documents in Spanish on the following: CA Frost Guide, Garden Tool List, Crop Planning Chart and Planting Guide, Introduction to Annual and Perennial Plants, Outdoor Classroom Management, Basic Garden Bed Types, Harvest Tips, and a Garden Feature Planning Chart.
by LabVida | 12-Sep-2017
Manual de huertos escolares para docentes
by | 12-Sep-2017
This garden-based nutrition education curriculum features seven full lesson plans that are aligned with Wisconsin's Model Academic Standards for Nutrition, Health, Science, and other related subjects. A series of shorter garden-based activities is also included.
by Wisconsin Nutrition, Physical Activity and Obesity Program | 12-Sep-2017
"Got Dirt?" walks you through all the steps to plan and build a school garden, and provides example activities for garden programming. [Resource in Spanish]
by | 12-Sep-2017
In Teaching in Nature's Classroom: Core Principles of Garden-Based Education, Nathan Larson shares a philosophy of teaching in the garden. Rooted in years of experience and supported by research, Larson presents fifteen guiding principles of garden-based education. These principles and best practices are illustrated through engaging stories from the field. The book features vivid paintings by mural artist Becky Redelings and connections to the research literature provided by Alex Wells and Sam Dennis of the University of Wisconsin Environmental Design Lab.
by University of California Cooperative Extension: LA County | 12-Sep-2017
Pasos sencillos para el desarrollo de un programa de jardinería escolar