Sustainable School Teaching Garden

Oct 18, 2017 The goal of this project was to engage students and teachers to utilize the garden for more than just learning about flowers by bringing the classroom outdoors to teach subjects like math and science. The garden is used throughout the school day, after school, and during the summer months by a team of enthusiastic teachers and students.

Sustainable Youth Garden for Penobscot Nation

Oct 18, 2017 “This program is a way to bring together children, families, and the community.”—Shaunda Neptune, Maine SNAP-Ed Nutrition Educator. In 2016, Maine SNAP-Ed and the River Coalition teamed up with the Penobscot Nation Youth Program to build a community garden.

Walkability and Reading: How StoryWalks® are Transforming Maine Communities

Oct 29, 2024 StoryWalks® are a movement and literacy project that displays a children’s book, page by page, along a community walking route. It has increased the use of walkable destinations, such as local trails, parks, and libraries. Youth and their families can enjoy great literature while exploring walking routes in their neighborhoods and communities.