Jennie Sugg

Growing Gardeners

Kids EN ↓ 14 episodes

Gardening podcast for kids by kids (and a mom).

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Jennie Sugg

Episodes

Repackaging Education for the Modern Learner 12.08.2023 20:53

#111- FOR THE GROWNUPS- Recently, Jen was asked to give a talk at the Shoals Homeschool Expo, and we thought some of our listeners may enjoy hearing a recording.

Jack tells All about Gourds 10.08.2023 12:44

#109- Jack discovered volunteer gourds in our yard and was interested in finding out how to dry the gourds. He tells us what he learned.

Cullen's Questions #4: Native Vines 30.07.2023 6:40

Minisode #4: Cullen wants to know about Trumpet Vine, Cross Vine, and Poison Ivy.

Growing Gardeners and the Truth about Mandrakes 25.07.2023 14:17

#108- We’re discovering more about plants mentioned during our summer reading! Jack has been reading Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets. Are the screaming baby mandrakes real?!?! In this episode, we find out the truth! Sources: “Wicked Plants” by Amy Stewart; “Solomon Described Plants” by Lytton John Musselman; www.museumofhealthcare.blog

Solomon’s Seal 21.06.2023 11:50

#107: Jack and I have a discussion about the novel My Side of the Mountain and one of the plants mentioned there.

Cullen’s Questions #3: Plant Life Cycle and Pollination 17.06.2023 7:08

Minisode #3: Cullen wants to know about the life cycle of a plant and about pollinators.

Water Lilies: On Location in Bankhead National Forest 03.05.2023 18:58

#106: Our family takes a trip to Bankhead National Forest, and Jack and mom discuss water lilies.

Cullen’s Questions #2: Companions and Poison 29.04.2023 3:14

Minisode #2: Cullen has some followup questions about sunflowers and poisonous plants.

You're My Sunflower 25.04.2023 16:25

#105- Jack asks Mom some questions about Sunflowers. ………………Sources: wikipedia.com; almanac.com; jokes.best; upjoke.com; gardenerspath.com; whisperingbooks.com

Belladonna 20.04.2023 25:39

Episode #104: Jack and I discuss the Deadly Nightshade plant. From it's very interesting history, to its medicinal uses and folklore, we had fun with this discussion!

Cullen’s Questions #1: Trees 19.04.2023 5:50

Minisode #1: Cullen asks and Mom answers. Today’s topic: Trees.

8 o’clock or Evening Primrose?::Family Plant Mystery 12.04.2023 30:50

#103: Jack and I discovered a family plant mystery and buckled down to follow the clues and find the answers.

Red Hot Chile… 07.04.2023 37:02

Ep. #102: Today, Jack and I get into a discussion about peppers. There’s a lot to learn…and some jokes!

Ode to Tomatoes 03.04.2023 24:03

Ep. #101: Jack (9) and Jen (mom) sit down to learn all about one of the country's most favorite plants (whether we realize it or not)— tomatoes!……………………………… Sources: bonnieplants.com, wikipedia, nationalgeographickids.com, history.com, yourdailypoem.com