Plants, Gardens and Schools

The list author says:
	"This is THE gardening book for schools. It covers the organisation of gardening in schools not just the growing aspects. This book is a must buy."

The list author says:
	"An American book which makes an effective link between indoor and outdoor gardening activities. Clear and helpful."

The list author says:
	"Highly recommended by a participant on a "Wee Green Fingers" course. It is a super book."

The list author says:
	"A beautifully illustrated book that directly links what is grown in the garden to the plate. Everything grown has a recipe to go with it. Healthy eating here we come!"

The list author says:
	"Simple ideas for gardening activities indoors and out with very young children."

The list author says:
	"This is THE pond book. If you want a pond in your school (and the children will) this is a very helpful book."

The list author says:
	"Great for identifying common plants in school grounds with little snippets of information."

The list author says:
	"A valuable book for schools which gives the folklore around Scottish plants. A must buy."

The list author says:
	"A useful reference book for school staff when undertaking gardening for biodiversity"

The list author says:
	"An unsung hero of a book. How to reuse paper, tyres, soft drinks bottles, etc in a garden. Great for Eco Schools projects and promoting sustainable living."

The list author says:
	"A super manual for schools.  Very well laid out and easy-to-read with lots of practical activities to get gardening projects happening in your school."

The list author says:
	"I bought this book years ago and it remains a useful favourite.  Very helpful for working out what needs to be done and when in your school garden throughout the year."

The list author says:
	"This book gives useful detail for grounds staff.  It's not so useful for working with children but makes interesting reading."

The list author says:
	"I own the first edition of the book.  With increasing emphasis on biodiversity and heritage, this book is a useful reference for Scottish schools."

The list author says:
	"The original book about looking after worms and having a wormery. Comes from the USA."

The list author says:
	"A book specifically for school volunteers which tackles the issues around gardening in a school environment which takes more thought and planning than at home."

The list author says:
	"Any book by Chris Packham is a good investment.  Informative background reading for school staff."

The list author says:
	"One of the best books I have which links gardening to science concepts. A must buy for every primary school."

The list author says:
	"Not strictly gardening but well written so I have to include it somewhere in my listmanias!"

The list author says:
	"I haven't bought it but it looks promising!"

The list author says:
	"Biodiversity will boom in your school garden if you follow the ideas in this book!"

The list author says:
	"Recommended by a fellow school grounds professional. It may be old but it is a very good guide to growing all sorts of pips and seeds!"

The list author says:
	"This was also flagged up as a good gardening book but I haven't seen a copy yet."

The list author says:
	"I don't have a copy but it keeps popping up all over the place. Like here!"

The list author says:
	"This book goes beyond growing things to 31 projects to make gardens fun and interesting for children.  Good ideas and lovely photos."