Gardening for Little Girls by Olive Hyde Foster

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Author Foster, Olive Hyde
LoC No. 17017293
Title Gardening for Little Girls
Note Reading ease score: 68.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary "Gardening for Little Girls" by Olive Hyde Foster is a practical gardening guide aimed at young girls, written in the early 20th century. This book is part of a larger series that includes similar volumes covering topics such as cookery and sewing. The focus of the book is to enable children to connect with nature and learn the fundamentals of gardening, emphasizing its developmental benefits. The opening of the book introduces the joys and benefits of gardening for children, emphasizing how it can foster industry and creativity. Foster outlines the initial steps for starting a garden, including considerations of space, soil, and plant selection. It encourages children to think about planning their gardens thoughtfully and educates them on various types of plants, their needs, and the gardening process in a clear, accessible way. Overall, the introductory portion sets a delightful and nurturing tone, making it clear that gardening is both a productive and enjoyable endeavor for young girls. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class SB: Agriculture: Plant culture
Subject Gardening
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EBook-No. 39993
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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