CHILDREN'S GARDENS 49 



Wheelbarrows. It is wise to have well-made wheel- 

 barrows, as they will then last for years. It is very 



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Wheelbarrows stacked. Cleats to hold the wheels 



important to have the wheelbarrow the right size for 

 the child who is to use it. 



Diaries. It is an excellent plan for each child to 

 keep a simple diary, to record the work done each 

 day. The book should not be too small. The ordi- 

 nary ruled copy book, 7x8 inches, is good. Each entry 

 should be dated. The entries should include : 



What is planted, and time of planting. 



What is harvested, time of gathering, and quantity 

 (by count, measure or weight). 



