Winter Gardening Projects for Kids

Birds need shelter in the winter, and a birdhouse is a great way to provide it. You can build a simple birdhouse out of recycled materials, or purchase a kit. Your kids can help with the design, construction, and installation, and they’ll love watching the birds use their new home.

Growing seeds indoors is a fun and rewarding project for kids. You can start seeds in pots or containers, and use grow lights to provide the plants with enough light. Kids will love watching the seeds grow and eventually transplanting them outside in the spring.

If you don’t have a lot of outdoor space, you can still enjoy gardening by planting a winter container garden. You can use pots or containers to grow a variety of herbs, vegetables, and even small fruit trees indoors. Your kids can help with the planting, watering, and care of the plants.

You can turn your winter garden into a fun scavenger hunt by hiding small items or clues around the garden for your kids to find. This is a great way to get kids outside and exploring, and it’s a fun way to learn about the plants and animals in your garden.

By engaging kids in winter gardening projects, you can help them learn about nature, get outside, and have fun. Happy gardening!