By Kim Rillero & Peter Rillero
Bring the power of the garden into your classroom with Our Plot of Sunshine: The Book — a colorful, hands-on guide to garden-based learning for grades 3 to 6. Blending science, sustainability, and real-world problem solving, this resource is designed to spark curiosity and support meaningful, project-based learning.
Developed through a National Science Foundation (NSF) grant and expanded by an Urban Farming Education initiative, this book features:
Engaging, standards-aligned lesson plans
Reproducible student worksheets
A dedicated teacher professional development chapter
Practical strategies to turn any space into a vibrant learning garden
Perfect for educators looking to integrate STEM, problem-based learning, and environmental stewardship into their curriculum, Our Plot of Sunshine provides all the tools you need to nurture young minds—both inside and outside the classroom.
