This project aims to address the lack of access to outdoor and green learning spaces in early education centers (EECs) and organizations, particularly in low-income to working-class, predominantly Black and Brown neighborhoods of Greater Boston. 

This project seeks to bridge that gap by creating outdoor and indoor green learning spaces in EECs and infant/toddler support organizations, providing infants and toddlers with early opportunities for exploration, inquiry, and learning in a garden setting with their families. We hope to encourage: hands-on learning & connection to nature, physical development, emotional & social development, healthy eating habits, and understanding of life cycles. Optionally, our program will implement all five lesson plans with kids and families from spring to fall on a schedule determined by our staff and partner staff.