Great Post- Here is number 54! To get your children excited about raising their own food consider starting by having them grow TickleMe Plant first. As a science teacher, one assignment I give my kids, is to grow a TickleMe Plant over the summer to extend the school year. I send home three seeds with each child as an end of the year gift. This is the plant that will close its leaves and lower its branches when tickled. How cool is that!! This allows kids to learn the basic skills needed for gardening and often increases their sensitivity to plants and other living things. Readings and discussions on plant requirements and their role in the web of life can be included of course. Parents that are interested in sharing their love of plants and nature with their child, can get more information at http://www.ticklemeplant.com Help your kids brains continue to grow over the summer, while they are having fun and enjoying nature at the same time. In September my kids come back with stories about how they loved growing their "Pet TickleMe Plant" which by then have beautiful pink flowers and seeds.