JMG Level 1 Teacher / Leader Guide — 2016 Version
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- August 31, 2021
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Ever suck a bug to study insects or make mud pies to evaluate soil texture? The 2016 revised Junior Master Gardener Teacher & Leader Guide provides elementary teachers with the tools to teach the world of gardening with eight chapters of novel, hands-on and proven lessons. The curriculum also helps develops life skills, includes career exploration, and provides opportunities for students to culminate the JMG experience with service-learning projects. As students complete areas of study, they can earn different recognition certifications including designation as Certified Junior Master Gardeners. (324 pp.)
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