Entomological Society of America (ESA) adopted the common name of “spongy moth” (Lymantria dispar) recently. Thus, the Plant Heroes team updated our educational resources about spongy moths to reflect the new name. Learn more about the reason behind the name change and how you can be a plant hero and slow the spread of this invasive species.
Learn about American Public Gardens Association’s #ArtForPublicGardens and how you can participate next week from May 15-19, 2023. Discover 5 botanical art projects you can create with the children in your life.
Each year on the last Friday in April, hundreds of people plant trees in observance of Arbor Day. Planting trees is a tangible way for kids to become Plant Heroes! Discover 5 activities to help you celebrate Arbor Day with the kids in your life.
Meet Joshua Canepa Gallo, bilingual environmental educator, in this month’s Plant Heroes blog post. Josh is real life plant hero. We recently asked Joshua to share with us more about his journey to become a plant hero, his work with the Plant Heroes program, and his favorite Plant Heroes resources.
This month, we’re featuring several of our insect-themed educational resources to introduce curious, young minds to the world of insects and their valuable role on our planet.
In preparation for Earth Day activities with young learners, we’re featuring some of our favorite journals children can use on their own, with their families or in group activities to strengthen their connection to the natural world.
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