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	“Kids Can Grow!” Program Plant a seed, water it, patiently watch it grow, and experience the miracle of gardening.
History of Kids Can Grow Kids Can Grow! Program KCG Application Plant-a-row for the hungry Photos	Welcome to the Kids Can Grow! Program  … Plant a vegetable seed in the soil, water, wait a while, pick and eat. It’s almost that simple. Food is plentiful in our country, yet with the falling number of farming families, many children do not realize how delicious fresh vegetables are and how important they are in a healthy diet. The Kids Can Grow! program is a dynamic gardening and community-service program designed to teach children about the science behind growing food and flowers together with the basics of food safety and good nutrition. Students also experience the gift of giving by donating  food grown by them, in the Plant-A-Row for the Hungry Program, to the less fortunate. For more information contact Frank Wertheim, Extension Educator Email: frankw@umext.maine.edu back to top	Kids Can Grow! Do you want to grow your very own crunchy, sweet carrots, juicy tomatoes, peppers or a tall sunflower? It easy and fun! We will show you how to get started, partner you with a Master Gardener Volunteer and even supply you with the seed and plants to grow your very own garden to share with your family! Share the joy of giving to the less fortunate when you participate in the Plant-A-Row for the Hungry.

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