Materials for the Chest for Multigenerational Planting

VEG-GET-ABLE Chest for Multigenerational Planting

The chest for multigenerational planting is an innovative planting chest designed to common gardening activities among multiple generations,
including children and individuals using wheelchairs. The chest is designed with accessibility and inclusivity at its core, featuring an
extendable standing platform for children and an adjustable height to accommodate wheelchair users. This planter chest not only enhances the gardening experience by making it accessible to everyone, but also promotes social interaction, learning, and a sense of community through
shared activities. It is ideal for parks and community centers looking to offer inclusive recreational activities.

GOALS

• Provide an inclusive gardening solution for people of all ages and mobility levels.
• Encourage family and community bonding through shared activities.
• Offer educational opportunities for children to learn about plants and nature.
• Support therapy and rehabilitation by reducing stress and improving mental health.
• Promote environmental awareness and stewardship.

The chest for multigenerational planting operates through a simple yet effective design that prioritizes accessibility and ease of use.
1. Setup: The planter chest is ready assembled.
• Extendable platform: The special extendable standing platform for children is hidden within a drawer-like compartment. It can be easily pulled out when needed, providing a stable and safe standing area for children to engage in planting activities.
2. Planting: The chest includes sections that can be filled with soil for planting. Users can plant seeds, water plants, and perform other gardening activities together.
• Accessibility: The chest’s design ensures that all tools and planting areas are within reach for users of all ages and mobility levels.
• Community engagement: The planter chest can be placed in communal areas to encourage group gardening activities, fostering social interaction and community building.

Veg-get-able chest description and activity guide

This material was developed within the project “KidsLikeUs : Empowering NGOs & public institutions in helping children overcome migration traumas using creativity and favors of nature”, co-financed by European Union funds (European Regional Development Fund) from the INTERREG Baltic Sea Region program.

The project was co-funded by the Polish Ministry of Science and Higher Education (International Co-financed Projects program). Agreement no. 5874/Interreg BSR 2021-2027/2024/2″

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