Harlem Grown: How One Big Idea Transformed a Neighborhood

“An inspiring picture book for youngsters with meaningful ties to the environment, sustainability, and community engagement.” —Booklist“Hartland’s gouache illustrations wobble endearingly, colorfully capturing the children’s triumph, and the kinetic energy and colorful vibrancy of the city neighborhood.” —Publishers WeeklyDiscover the incredible true story of Harlem Grown, a lush garden in New York City that grew out of an abandoned lot and now feeds a neighborhood.OnceIn a big city called New YorkIn a bustling neighborhoodThere was an empty lot.Nevaeh called it the haunted garden.Harlem Grown tells the inspiring true story of how one man made a big difference in a neighborhood. After seeing how restless they were and their lack of healthy food options, Tony Hillery invited students from an underfunded school to turn a vacant lot into a beautiful and functional farm. By getting their hands dirty, these kids turned an abandoned space into something beautiful and useful while learning ab