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This printable Garden Journal for Kids is the perfect way to get the kids outside, active, and exploring! Not only will this get them excited and engaged, but it’s the perfect way to spend quality time together, too! Gardening is a great activity for kids and adults – so why not enjoy the process together? Just print to get started! 

Garden journaling is a great activity for so many different reasons. Having the kids journal is such a simple way to get them thinking outside the box!

If you’re looking forward to introducing them to the world of gardening or just having some help in the garden – use this fun garden journal and garden scavenger hunt printable to do just that!

Today we will look at what a garden journal is, how to create your own journal for gardening and explore our super cute garden life journal for kids.

What is Garden Journaling?

Garden journaling is different in the way that it records thoughts while also helping to plan out a garden at the same time. One of the biggest hurdles of having a garden is actually getting started – and this is where having a journal specific to gardening will help.

This is a super fun outdoor activity that helps to connect the want for starting a garden with simple and actionable steps to actually make it happen. Using a garden journal is a great way to encourage freedom to explore thoughts, be creative, and make observations.

This is also a fun way to explore other outdoor activities like Fun Outdoor Scavenger Hunt For Kids as well. Once you get started with this type of outdoor journal, it’ll open your eyes to all the other areas of the great outdoors to explore.

How to start a Garden Journal

The first thing that you need to do is print the journal, and the next part is to grab a pen or a pencil. Those are really the only two steps that you need to take to get started on journaling.

If you want to make it easy to organize and keep a hold of the pages, use a hole punch and a three-ring binder to keep the pages in place. You can also use a clipboard to hold the pages as well.

How do I use a garden journal?

Great question! While every page has specific steps and instructions on them, it’s up to you to decide how you want to use this journal.

There are no set “rules” for using this journal, but the guidelines are great for keeping focus and for helping foster creative thoughts.

There are also areas where drawings and notes can easily be added so that if someone gets a fun thought or sees a beautiful flower or plant while in the garden area, they can easily draw it or write it down to remember or come back to later.

The best part about journaling is that you can totally go off the radar and make it your own thing, too! This is your journal with your thoughts and your ideas, so it just makes sense to make it your own.

Garden Activities Printable

What I find really interesting about gardening is that no two gardens are the same. Some focus more on planting and growing flowers, while others will have herbs and vegetables. And let’s not forget all the various sizes, locations, and varied growing times.

In this garden printable set, have fun exploring the objects that are found, planting times, and just being able to immerse yourself in the garden scene so that you can see the beauty.

The fun part about having a printable packet for gardening is that it lets you slow down and take the time to observe. This would be perfect to combine with hiking to get outside and explore.

Included in this garden printable activity: 

• Garden Log Cover Page
• Garden Journal Planting Log
• Garden Observations
• Garden Scavenger Hunt List (written)
• Garden Scavenger Hunt List (with photo prompts)

Even though this journal isn’t editable, you can print it as many times as you want for your various gardening activities. If you have multiple kiddos or want to use it to teach a gardening lesson, it’s perfect for doing just that!

Make sure to grab this garden journal for kids! Your first time gardener will love a sweet outdoor activity. The outdoor scavenger hunt plus fun planning pages. This will give them the chance to create their own garden space to grow their own goodies!

Garden Observation Worksheets

You’ll notice that there is a portion for making observations about what they say, what they notice, and objects found. They can draw, checkmark, or even just doodle as they please.

This is a great time to answer the following questions to help with observation skills.

• What did you learn from spending time in the garden?
• What can you improve in the garden?

Garden Scavenger Hunts

Exploring the garden area with a garden scavenger hunt is so much fun for the kids. This garden activities worksheet printable includes two types of scavenger hunt printables, including a Garden Scavenger Hunt Written and a Garden Scavenger Hunt List with photos.

Have the kids find some of the following items in the garden:

• Wheelbarrow
• Watering can
• Yellow flower
• Hose
• And more!

Having one option with pictures means that it opens up the opportunity for all ages to join in on the fun!

Garden Nature Journal PDF

Kids who want to keep a garden journal can use these handy printables to track what they planted, when they watered and harvested each crop, and other information.

Have fun with this printable garden journal activity pack. The kids will love planning and exploring the garden area!

All you need to do is download this Garden Activities Printable PDF to get started (also on Etsy.) You can print this packet in black and white, or color! This set will come with 21 pages allowing you to use all the pieces or grab the pieces that fit you and your budding farmer. Add it to a garden planner notebook and keep track of yearly goals and activities.

Grab the Printable Garden Journal for Kids PDF

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How to Print at Staples

Don’t have a printer? You can print at your local print shop or your Staples Printing Center. Watch this video for how I print my PDF documents at Staples.

More Journal Ideas for Kids

Once you start with themed journaling, you’re going to be hooked! This is such a great way to get the kids excited, off of screens, and ready to get out the door!

Pond Journal

This Pond Nature Journal for Kids is so much fun! Get the kids outside exploring all they can find with this pond scavenger hunt and nature activity. Pin to Pinterest.

Camping Journal

We love this camping journal for kids. This camping planner log book includes fun facts, pictures to color, and best of all – the freedom to be creative while camping!  Pin to Pinterest.

Insect Journal

Ge outdoors and explore nature and insects. This fun Insect Booklet is perfect for kids. It might be a nice addition to pest control over your garden. For a great gift addition, add a mesh bug house, binoculars, and a magnifying glass.  Pin to Pinterest.

Bullet Journal

Bullet journals allow your inner personality to shine. Get some fun ideas of extending the various garden journal with fun bullet journal ideas. Pin to Pinterest.

Outdoor Hunt for Kids

Don’t miss out on this  Outdoor Scavenger Hunt! It’s the perfect way to get the kids exploring all the things in nature! Pin to Pinterest.

Our Pinterest community and I would love to see how this worked out for you. Share your printable garden journal ideas.  Leave a comment here or on Pinterest!

Let the garden adventures begin!

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