rather than getting tangled in the weeds of past regrets or future worries, we plant ourselves firmly in mindfulness As gardeners united, we can cultivate a culture of kindness, empathy, inclusivity, and respect. & TRICKS TO CREATE SEAMLESS BULLETIN BOARDS) I M A G E S : Blooming Flowers door Planting Seeds of Kindness Let's Root for Each Other (Jamie Estenfelder) Blooming With Kindness Looks Who's Blooming Involve

Let's spread seeds of kindness for a brighter tomorrow! We love seeing your creations!

Be kind to yourself and others: Fred Rogers believed that being kind was the most important thing. Try to be kind to yourself as well as others, and do good deeds whenever you can.

Having integrity means making choices that are good and kind, even if they are difficult. A world where integrity prevails is one where inclusivity, fairness, and kindness thrive, paving the After the story, have a discussion about the characters' actions and choices, encouraging the kids to Scenarios: Create different scenarios that gardeners might encounter in their daily lives, such as finding Role-playing helps kids practice integrity in a safe and supportive environment, building their confidence

communication open 2 Encourages self-regulation skills 3 Explores new coping strategies 4 Cultivates empathy & kindness

Opens up the lines of communication for kids to talk about their feelings with trusted sources. 2. It encourages empathy, inclusivity, kindness and responsible decision making. 4. The more 'gardening tools' kids have to help manage stress and big emotions, the more resilient they

The underlying message of our children’s book has roots in: -Mental Health/Wellness -Kindness -Gratitude

A Timeless Message of Love and Growth:  Our book's enduring themes of kindness, positivity, gratitude

Some Fun Gardener Words To Use On Your Board: Gardener, Flowers, Weeds, Seeds, Helpful, Hopeful, Love, Kindness , Calm, Garden, Hope, Growth, Fox, Foxie, Confident, Kind, Joyful, Roots, Plant, Grow, Dig, Grateful, your weeds). 🔠 Can be done in school or at home. 🔠 Fun as a group or independent activity. 🔠 Helps kids Playing games is a fun way to help you take your mind off your weeds!

It was so exciting to be back for our 2nd #PullYourWeeds® SEL Workshop at Kings Road School in Madison As new gardeners, the students of Kings Road School already have a strong understanding of how important These level appropriate activities & exercises open young gardeners minds to new skills/tools, that Are you and your kids/students ready to start adding some new 'Gardening Tools' to your emotional toolkit

So may we all continue to tend to our gardens, planting seeds of love, kindness, and personal growth,

& Wednesday I had the pleasure to present my #PullYourWeeds® Program to the entire student body of Kings It was so exciting to back in the schools and connecting with kids in-person! KINGS ROAD SCHOOL MADISON, NJ JANUARY 18TH & 19TH 2022 I love it when schools like Kings Road School