TY - JOUR AU - Son Truong AU - Tonia Gray AU - Kumara Ward PY - 2016/10/01 Y2 - 2024/03/29 TI - "Sowing and Growing" Life Skills Through Garden-Based Learning to Reengage Disengaged Youth JF - LEARNing Landscapes JA - LL VL - 10 IS - 1 SE - Articles DO - 10.36510/learnland.v10i1.738 UR - https://www.learninglandscapes.ca/index.php/learnland/article/view/Sowing-and-Growing-Life-Skills-Through-Garden-Based-Learning-to-Reengage-Disengaged-Youth AB - There is an emerging body of literature that explores the impact of garden-based learning on health, well-being, social cohesion, and educational outcomes. In this paper, we examine a pilot study conducted in partnership with the Royal Botanic Gardens’ Youth Community Greening to implement a gardening program with disengaged youth. Data was collected through eldwork and semi-structured interviews, revealing ve interconnected themes: enhancing well-being and health literacy; building life skills; engaging students; connecting with adults; and increasing self- esteem. We conclude by showcasing some of the collaborative practices between educational contexts and communities to reveal how these partnerships can be mutually enhancing. ER -