An activity designed for early learners but can be adapted for all ages. Children experiment with different herbs when making tea, and come to know that food comes from nature.

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​​​​​​​This activity is excerpted from Cultivating Joy & Wonder, a collection of hands-on education activities for discovering the wonders of the world. Download the full publication here.

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