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Help Facilitate a Children's Gardening Class!

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ORGANIZATION: El Nido Family Centers

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Join Us as a Volunteer for Our Children’s Gardening Class!

Are you passionate about gardening and working with kids? We invite you to help facilitate our Children's Gardening Class at the El Nido Farmers Market every Saturday from 10 AM to 12 PM!

Class Curriculum Overview:

Each week, we’ll engage children in hands-on activities that explore different aspects of gardening and nature. Here’s what we have planned:

Week 1 & 2: Soil and Compost

  • Week 1 Activity: Soil Pudding Cups - A fun, edible project to learn about soil layers!
  • Week 2 Activity: Grow Your Own Plants - Kids will plant seeds and learn how to care for them.

Week 3: Seeds

  • Activity: Seed Bombs - A creative way to learn about seed dispersal and planting!

Week 4: Companion Planting

  • Activity: Three Sisters Art Project - Explore the concept of companion planting through art.

Week 5: Pollinators

  • Activity: Bee Crowns - Celebrate the importance of bees while making fun wearable art.

Week 6: Native Plants

  • Activity: Nature Bracelets - Kids will collect natural materials to create beautiful bracelets.

Week 7: Herbal Remedies

  • Activity: Tea and Herbal Playdough Making - Discover the benefits of herbs through tasty tea and playful creations.
Volunteer Responsibilities:

As a volunteer, you will help set up activities, assist children during projects, and create a fun and educational environment. Your enthusiasm and guidance will inspire young minds and cultivate a love for gardening!

****Commitment:
  • Start Date: October 19th
  • When: Saturdays, 10 AM - 12 PM
  • Duration: Seven Weeks

If you’re ready to make a positive impact and share your love of gardening with children, we would love to have you on our team! Please contact us to sign up or for more information.

Thank you for considering this rewarding opportunity at El Nido!

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About El Nido Family Centers

Location:

440 Shatto Place, Suite 417, Los Angeles, CA 90020, US

Mission Statement

To empower families in low-income communities of Los Angeles County to break the cycle of poverty, child abuse, violence, academic failure, and teen pregnancy through outstanding educational, youth development, health and therapeutic services.

Description

Program Focus: Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment, Teen Family Services, Parent Education and Family Development, Youth Development, Delinquency Prevention and Gang Prevention.

Where We Serve: Antelope and San Fernando Valleys, Compton, Inglewood, Pacoima, Mission Hills and South Los Angeles.

CAUSE AREAS

Children & Youth
Community
Environment
Children & Youth, Community, Environment

WHEN

Sat Oct 19, 2024 - Sat Dec 07, 2024
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

WHERE

11243 Glenoaks Blvd.Pacoima, Los Angeles, CA 91331

(34.27395,-118.41291)
 

SKILLS

GOOD FOR

  • Teens
  • People 55+

REQUIREMENTS

  • Background Check
  • Must be at least 14
  • TB test Parental consent if under 18

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