出版社:LEARN (Leading English Education and Resource Network)
摘要:There is an emerging body of literature that explores the impact of garden-basedlearning on health, well-being, social cohesion, and educational outcomes. In this paper,we examine a pilot study conducted in partnership with the Royal Botanic Gardens’Youth Community Greening to implement a gardening program with disengagedyouth. Data was collected through fieldwork and semi-structured interviews,revealing five interconnected themes: enhancing well-being and health literacy;building life skills; engaging students; connecting with adults; and increasing selfesteem.We conclude by showcasing some of the collaborative practices betweeneducational contexts and communities to reveal how these partnerships can bemutually enhancing