A Little Garden Calendar for Boys and Girls

A Little Garden Calendar for Boys and Girls by Albert Bigelow Paine is a charming guide designed to introduce children to the joys and responsibilities of gardening. Written in an accessible and engaging style the book serves as both a practical manual and an educational tool providing month-by-month instructions for planting caring for and observing plants throughout the year. Paine uses simple language and clear illustrations to make gardening an enjoyable and rewarding experience for young readers. Each chapter corresponds to a specific month of the year with tasks and tips related to the changing seasons. The calendar encourages children to observe the natural world around them learn about different plants and flowers and appreciate the beauty of growing things. Paine also emphasizes the importance of patience responsibility and understanding the cycles of nature offering lessons that go beyond the garden to teach broader life skills.