Articles tagged with Gardening
A three-year study reveals that children engage more in learning when given responsibility for decision making and planning. The 'Greener Voices' project found that adults often make assumptions about children's involvement in gardening, neglecting their creative thinking.
Researchers have uncovered a genetic 'snooze button' that regulates when plants bloom in the spring, allowing them to compete for resources. The study's findings offer hints at precise control over flowering, essential for agriculture and plant reproduction.
Researchers found that participants with moderate leisure-time physical activity had a 14% lower risk of any type of stroke, while those with high activity levels had a 26% lower risk. Daily commuting activities also showed a significant association with reduced stroke risk.
A recent study by Texas Cooperative Extension found that kids' gardening programs increase a child's interest in science and nutrition. The program, Junior Master Gardener (JMG), was developed to teach horticulture skills while promoting healthy eating habits.