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School Garden Research — California School Garden Network - This searchable database is a collection of research articles that demonstrate the value and effectiveness of Garden-Based Learning.

Grow Your Program: Benefits of Garden-Based Learning — Cornell University

Robinson-O'Brien R, Story M, Heim S. Impact of garden-based youth nutrition intervention programs: a review. J Am Diet Assoc. 2009 Feb;109(2):273-80.

Heim S, Stang J, Ireland M. A garden pilot project enhances fruit and vegetable consumption among children. J Am Diet Assoc. 2009 Jul;109(7):1220-6.

Heim, S., Bauer, KB., Stang, J., Ireland, M.  Can a community-based intervention improve the home food environment? Parental perspectives of the influence of the Delicious and Nutritious Garden. J Nutr Education and Behavior. 2011 Mar/Apr 43(2): 130-134.

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