Anyone can enjoy gardening, but children, in particular, will gain special benefits and have tons of fun in the process. Caring for plants is highly didactic and helps children develop new skills.
Since 2018, Novak Djokovic Foundation has been implementing the “ABC of Better Me” program in close collaboration with professional nutritionists, public health institutes, and organic gardening associations.
For many years now, humans have grown increasingly alienated from nature. This is especially the case in urban areas, where children see plants on supermarket shelves and tablet screens only.
Our team sets up and maintains preschool gardens for children, organizes teacher training, and trips to local organic producers’ farms
This environment teaches children responsibility, discipline, and teamwork, while also having a positive effect on their health.
A key part of the “ABC of Better Me” program is the maintenance of gardens in preschools throughout Serbia, together with teachers and children. Gardens have the role of “laboratories“, where children can learn about nature, natural processes and the needs of fruits and vegetables. Gardens are established according to the principles of organic production.
With the help of nutritionists and other experts, our team organizes special training for teachers and preschool staff. We train them how to work with children in gardens and to transfer their knowledge to other colleagues. In this way, we ensure the sustainability of our program and build a community that nurtures healthy eating habits.
The best way to teach children is to show them examples that are adapted to their interests. That’s why we provide them with a learning experience that sparks their imagination and initiative. Such is the visit to a local organic producers farm where they can learn more about how nature and nutrition are connected.
ABC of Better Me program includes children from many parts of
Serbia in the gardening processes, from sowing and growing to
harvesting. Click on a map and take a close look.
If you need some tips and tricks when it comes to your child bonding with nature more closely, look no further. Our experts are sharing with you tips on gardening, organic food, sustainability, and much more.
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FUNDRAISEIn Serbia, it is particularly present in urban areas. Help us expand our “ABC of Better Me” program and provide support to more children. The only way for humans to thrive in the long run is to coexist with nature, not master it.
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