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Gardening Week Resources for Little Learners

Get your Daily Dose of Vitamin G, with Jaques of London

 

It’s National Gardening Week! What better time to introduce blooming brains to the joys of the backyard? The great outdoors is a world of wonder for helpful horticulturalists, so join Jaques of London, as we plant our resource seeds into the Mini Minds Garden and grow a selection of petalled printouts to change your child’s environment for the better.

 

 What Do Plants Need to Grow?

Our first botanical barometer of brains tasks your littlest landscapers with feeding flowers and planting with purpose. Simply match the right foods to the right plants for garden glory! Sow the seeds of success to grow the tallest sunflower in the land.

 

 

 

 

Rosey Riddles

Deadhead the duds and keep developing minds evergreen, with plant riddles made to separate the mulch from the compost. Rewarding riddles help boost child vocabulary, whilst being a fun-filled way to water growing brains. Just be careful not to get caught on any thorns along the way, with our selection of garden riddles made for willing weeders. Keep critical thinking neatly trimmed for the brightest of growing flowers.

 

 

  

DIY Spring Globes

Bring the outdoors in, with Jaques of London’s guide to creating beauty in a bottle and joy in a jar. Craft and creation are the perfect way to germinate little imaginations, whilst this green-fingered task invites kids to develop fine motor-skills, as their blossom buddy comes to life.

 

 

 

For even more fantastic educational resources and garden themed games, get your wellies on and head down to the Mini Minds Hub garden today.

Kate Luke
Head Of Brand
After graduating with a 2.1 Music degree, Kate pursued a career in the Music Industry, becoming a professional West End vocalist and a fully qualified Music Teacher, School Choir Leader and Songwriter. As one of Jaques of London’s Creative Editors, her specialism surrounds building confidence and expression through music & play—drawing upon her qualifications in Music Psychology & Child Development. As well as this, she is an accomplished blog writer and published journalist who enjoys promoting the importance of Montessori learning for all ages.
Ben Williamson
Creative Writer
Ben is passionate about Montessori learning for children and has written for many parenting publications to bring the magic of real play to families in the UK. After graduating in 2009, his career has enabled him to work in areas such as Child Development and Psychology. As a great believer that learning starts at home, he combines his experience with his own parenting style to help bring other families together.
Jess Casson
Marketing Assistant
Jess graduated from the University of York in 2022 with a degree in Sociology and Criminology; kickstarting her career in the creative marketing industry through content creation and social media management. One of these roles involved creating content for a children's holiday camp, which alongside a knowledge of Montessori Teaching, formed an interest in childhood development. Utilising her expertise in both these fields has allowed her to promote and share her passions with the online community while exploring her talent for writing and establishing collaborations.
Laura Henderson
Interior Designer
Interior Designer, Laura Henderson, lives in Surrey with her husband and two daughters. Taking a timeless approach to her designs and drawing on her love of colour, antiques, art, modernist furniture and photography she delivers luxurious compositions and peaceful sanctuaries within every space. Her previous experience in furniture design plays an integral role in the development of each of her projects, as does the time she spends getting to know her clients. She uses this to achieve beautiful, practical, reimagined layouts, resulting in projects that enhance a client’s lifestyle, reflecting their individual passions. To learn more see her website www.laurahendersoninteriordesign.com.

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