Gardening and Community Transformation

Miss Abby reads 'Harlem Grown', a story about transforming a neglected lot in Harlem into a thriving community garden. The book, based on a true story, highlights Mr. Tony's efforts to clean the lot and engage children in planting and growing various plants. Despite challenges, the garden flourishes, providing fresh produce for the community. The story emphasizes the power of community involvement and the impact of one person's idea. The video concludes with gardening tips and encourages viewers to consider what they would grow in their own gardens.

What was the initial state of the empty lot in Harlem?

• A beautiful garden

• A haunted garden

• A playground

• A parking lot

Who is the person that decided to transform the haunted garden?

• Nevaeh

• Mr. Tony

• Jesse Heartland

• Miss Abby

What did Mr. Tony and Nevaeh use to start planting in the garden?

• Fertilizers and pesticides

• Artificial turf

• Seeds, shovels, and water

• Garden gnomes

What happened to Nevaeh's plant after school one day?

• It was thriving

• It was wilted and sad

• It was stolen

• It was blooming

What did Mr. Tony build to help the kids try planting again?

• Raised beds

• A water fountain

• A compost bin

• A greenhouse

What types of plants did the kids successfully grow in the garden?

• Only trees

• A variety of fruits and vegetables

• Only flowers

• Only herbs

What did the kids do with the produce they grew?

• Gave it to a restaurant

• Took it home to their families

• Sold it at a market

• Left it in the garden

What additional feature did the garden have by the end of the story?

• A statue

• A playground

• Chickens

• A pond

Who is the author of the book 'Harlem Grown'?

• Jesse Heartland

• Nevaeh

• Tony Hillary

• Miss Abby

What is the main theme of the story 'Harlem Grown'?

• The benefits of urban living

• The history of Harlem

• The power of community and transformation

• The importance of technology