Reasons for Learning Gardening 17 
that men can have only 
that which they produce 
by their labor; that by 
labor we can create 
something for ourselves 
without taking it from 
any one else. 
Gardening gives prac- 
tical business experi- 
ence. Gardening often 
affords business experi- 
ence through the sale 
of garden produce in the 
market or to neighbors. 
Such experience enables 
a young person to learn 
how to deal with others 
and gives him a training 
. Fic. 13. Gardening gives an appreciation 
and a knowledge of busi- of property rights. Even a young gar- 
ness methods that are dener knows that the fruits of his labor 
‘ ; rightfully belong to him. 
of the highest value in 
almost any profession or walk of life. 
Gardening gives healthful exercise. Gardening gives 
healthful outdoor exercise, which is especially beneficial 
to school children and to those who in later life work 
indoors. This exercise is varied, bringing into use many 
different muscles, which rests the nervous system in- 
stead of tiring it as fine and close work does. 
For those inclined to be nervous, gardening is an 
especially valuable form of exercise. Because it is 
a light outdoor occupation, the work itself is soothing 
