North Carolina, or NC for short, is a magical land where mountains kiss the sky and beaches whisper to the ocean. It's a place where wild ponies run free on islands, and shiny skyscrapers reach for the stars in bustling cities. In this wonderland, there's a quirky group of kids, known as the "Green Thumb Brigade". These kids are not your ordinary run-of-the-mill children. Oh, no! They are garden wizards, plant whisperers, and flower fairies. Their mission? To turn every backyard, schoolyard, and even some rooftops, into a colorful, fragrant paradise. Leading the brigade is a character as quirky as they come, Soil Sally. Don't let her name fool you, though. She might sound like she's all about dirt, but she's also a master of the green. With a garden hoe in one hand, a watering can in the other, and an army of earthworms that follow her every command, she guides our little gardening warriors. Together, they plant sunflowers that reach up to tickle the sun, create vegetable patches that make even the grumpiest broccoli-hater drool, and breed roses so fragrant that bees come from miles around. These children from North Carolina, with their muddy knees and sun-kissed cheeks, transform the world around them one seed at a time. So if ever you're in NC, and you see a tomato plant growing in an old cowboy boot or a smiling sunflower winking at you from a rooftop, you'll know the Green Thumb Brigade has been there. And if you ever fancy joining them, Soil Sally and her earthworm sidekicks are always looking for new recruits.
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At Art-Kiddo, we are dedicated to helping children discover the world of art through Spanish immersion and bilingual instruction. Our sessions provide a creative and meaningful environment for children to learn and explore. We believe that art is an essential part of a child's development, and our sessions are tailored to enhance social/emotional skills, sensory regulation, motor skills, behavior, and play/leisure skills. Our program is designed to create meaningful experiences and nature/social connections for children. We use a variety of activities to engage children, including Spanish language instruction, art projects, music, and creative play. These activities are designed to help children develop their language and communication skills, as well as foster their creativity. By providing children with the necessary tools to explore art through second-language immersion, we strive to create an environment that is inviting and supportive to each and every child.
This exciting addition was inspired by two extraordinary women, Elizabeth and Elizabeth, who lived and gardened on Ridgewood Avenue in Charlotte, North Carolina, just a few generations ago. These two women made Ridgewood Avenue one of the most famous addresses in Southern garden history. The SEED Wildlife & Children’s Garden offers a unique opportunity for guests to learn about the natural environment, appreciate its beauty, and gain a better understanding of how to protect and conserve it. The garden is designed to support children’s exploration and encourage them to learn through play. With interactive elements such as a water table, a sensory garden, and a rain garden, children will have the chance to explore nature and become more aware of its importance. The SEED Wildlife & Children’s Garden is a wonderful way to honor the legacy of Elizabeth and Elizabeth, two extraordinary women who made Ridgewood Avenue in Charlotte, North Carolina one of the most famous addresses in Southern garden history. Through the addition of this outdoor exploration garden, Wing Haven Garden & Bird Sanctuary continues to offer guests the chance to learn about the natural environment and gain a better understanding of how to protect and conserve it.