3 Ways to Inspire Kids to Love Our Planet (2)
Visit a farm
Most modern agricultural practices have enormous impact on the environment. A lot of land has been cleared for agriculture, causing soil erosion. Regular agriculture pollutes the soil with chemicals, and the industry emits a lot of greenhouse gases, as well.
Luckily, many local farmers are farming differently. Small farmers often use organic and regenerative agricultural practices. These practices can even help improve the quality of the soil and have minimal impact on the environment.
Many farms welcome visitors to educate about their methods. Kids will love to learn about the respectful and environmentally-friendly ways to raise animals, or about the vegetable growing cycles. On some farms, kids may even get to help with chores around the animals or in the garden. This will only add to the fun!
By visiting a local farm, you’ll teach your little ones to appreciate how our food grows and how agriculture can have a positive impact on our planet.
Start a garden
After your countryside, farm trip, you might want to use those learnings and start a little herb garden at home.
Kids will love caring for their own plants, and this will deepen their understanding of natural cycles. Among others, they will get to experience firsthand how much care is needed to bring the greens to our plates!
Even if you live in a small apartment, you may be able to find room for a few small pots. Fill them with good soil and let your kids plant different kinds of seeds. Coriander, basil, mint, chives, or even a cherry tomato plant may fit well in a small space.
After the planting, set up a watering schedule, so the children commit to watering the herbs a few times a week. Pick a nice sunny spot and watch the plants start to grow!
Little things do ad up! When our kids grow loving and appreciating our planet, the future is better for all of us. I hope you join me in making small eco changes in your own lives. After all, the more, the merrier!