ABC's of Wild Foraging: A young beginners guide to wild food and medicine)
Teaching children to forage is a thrilling journey of discovery that bridges the gap between us and the natural world. It's a hands-on experience that sparks curiosity, instills respect for nature, and can even lead to a lifelong skillset for health and wellbeing using what nature has provided us. The excitement lies in the anticipation of what might be found next, the joy of identifying a plant correctly, and the satisfaction of foraging from nature. It's a wonderful way to spend quality time together, learn about the environment, and cultivate a sense of self-sufficiency in children and adults alike! The ABC's of wild foraging has been created as a beginners guide to learning basic concepts like the alphabet while also beginning the learning process of commonly foraged edible and medicinal plants that grow throughout the USA. It is never to early (or late for our parents and grandparents) to learn fun and potentially life saving skills! The interactive section in the back gives valua