Secret Garden Adventure: Discover New Plants!

Welcome to the Secret Garden Adventure! Are you ready to explore a garden or park you’ve never visited before? Let’s go on a plant-hunting expedition and see what new wonders await you!

Why Explore New Gardens?

Every garden or park has its own unique plants and flowers. Exploring new spaces helps us learn about different ecosystems, appreciate nature’s beauty, and even discover new favourites!

Step 1: Find a New Garden or Park

1. Ask for Suggestions: Talk to your parents or friends and find out if there’s a nearby garden, park, or community green space you haven’t visited yet.
2. Plan Your Visit: Choose a day to go explore! Make sure to check the weather, and wear comfortable clothes and shoes.

Step 2: Bring Your Adventure Kit

Pack your explorer’s backpack with these essential items:

• Notebook and Pencil: To jot down notes and sketch what you find!
• Camera or Smartphone: To take pictures of your discoveries (with permission from an adult).
• Magnifying Glass: To get a closer look at tiny details on leaves and flowers.

Step 3: Explore the Garden

1. Walk Around: Once you arrive, take your time to stroll through the garden or park. Look at everything around you—plants, trees, flowers, and insects.
2. Look for Unique Plants: Pay attention to any plants or flowers you’ve never seen before. What colours do they have? What shapes are their leaves?
3. Take Notes and Sketch: Write down the names of the plants you see (ask for help if you don’t know them). Draw pictures of the interesting ones to remember them later!

Step 4: Ask Questions

1. Inquire About Plants: If you see a garden worker or someone else enjoying the space, don’t hesitate to ask them questions! What’s their favourite plant? Why do they love this garden?
2. Research Later: Once you get home, look up the names of the plants you discovered. What interesting facts can you find about them?

Safety Tips:

• Stay on Paths: Always stick to the paths in the garden or park to protect the plants and keep yourself safe.
• Don’t Touch Without Asking: Some plants can be poisonous or harmful, so avoid touching anything unless you know it’s safe.

Fun Facts:

• Did you know that sunflowers can grow up to 12 feet tall and always turn their heads to face the sun? That’s called heliotropism!
• Bamboo is the fastest-growing plant in the world; some species can grow up to 35 inches in a single day!

Wrap Up Your Adventure

Congratulations, Plant Explorer! You’ve ventured into a new garden and discovered amazing new plants. Remember, the more you explore, the more you learn about the incredible world of nature around you. Keep your eyes open for new adventures wherever you go!