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Join a nationwide movement with a mission that’s as fun as it is vital: getting children’s hands in the soil.

Monday, 30 June 2025
Country Trust

Getting hands in the soil isn’t just a fun activity, it’s a vital part of a child’s physical, mental, and emotional development. 

A Childwise survey, commissioned by the Country Trust, revealed that around a third of children don’t have the opportunity to put their hands in soil, either through play or soil-based activities such as gardening, at home or at school. Yet, encouraging kids to get their hands in the soil isn’t just for fun, it’s an essential part of a child’s physical, mental, and emotional development, and helps them to build a fundamental connection to the natural world and to food we all eat.

Bury your pants and grow your knowledge!

Once signed up, participants have instant access the dedicated Plant Your Pants Knowledge Hub which contains a teacher’s pack, downloadable activities, and inspiring films to support you and your children. It’s FREE to take part. 

Find out more: https://countrytrust.org.uk/plantyourpants/

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Country Trust
We a small but dynamic national educational charity, established in 1978 and dedicated to bringing alive the working countryside for children least able to access it. We aim to share knowledge, ignite curiosity and broaden the horizons of disadvantaged children. 75% of the UK’s land area is farmed, but...    Read More
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