Herbal wisdom for curious kids & thoughtful parents
Raise kids who know the plants in their own backyard.
Download Erica Marie Coston’s family-friendly guide and discover simple, safe ways to introduce kids ages 6–10 to herbalism through stories, kitchen projects, and nature walks—no prior experience required.
Instant download • Kid-tested activities • Parent-safe guidelines
Created by: Erica Marie Coston — author, educator & community herbalist
For parents who want nature to feel like home.
Herbalism doesn’t have to be mysterious or overwhelming. In this gentle, practical guide, Erica helps you turn everyday moments—making tea, tending a windowsill garden, walking to the park—into chances for kids to build a lifelong relationship with plants.
- Kid-appropriate language that honors their curiosity
- Hands-on projects you can do with what you already have
- Safety notes every parent needs around common herbs
- Conversation prompts that connect plants, feelings, and family stories
Perfect for families with kids ages 6–10, homeschoolers, classroom teachers, and anyone who wants to bring more plant magic into everyday life.
What you’ll get
✓ 32-page illustrated eBook
✓ Step-by-step kid-friendly activities
✓ Printable plant observation journal pages
✓ Erica’s favorite starter herbs for families
Meet your guide
Erica Marie Coston is an author, educator, and community herbalist for the whole family.
For over a decade, Erica has been teaching families, schools, and community groups how to build everyday relationships with the plants around them. Her work blends evidence-informed herbal practice with story, ritual, and deep respect for children’s ways of knowing.
As an author, she writes gently powerful resources that help families feel confident using herbs at home. As an educator, she creates kid-centered curricula for classrooms and homeschoolers. As a consultant, she supports schools, wellness centers, and organizations who want to weave herbal wisdom into their programs with care and cultural humility.
- Trained clinical herbalist with a focus on family wellness
- Former classroom educator and curriculum designer
- Facilitator of community garden and plant walks for kids
- Trusted partner to parents seeking gentle, grounded guidance
One mission, many ways to work with Erica.
Whether you’re a parent, teacher, or organization, Erica creates spaces where kids can meet the plants as friends, teachers, and allies.
Author
Erica writes accessible, heart-centered books and guides that invite families to explore herbalism one small step at a time.
Educator
From after-school programs to homeschool co-ops, Erica designs experiences where kids can taste, touch, smell, and draw the plants they’re learning about.
Consultant
Organizations partner with Erica to create herbal programming, gardens, and curriculum that are developmentally appropriate and culturally rooted.
Inside the guide
“Herbal Adventures for Curious Kids”
A playful, practical introduction to herbalism for kids ages 6–10, written for the grownups who love them.
- Gentle plant profiles for kid-safe herbs like chamomile, lemon balm, and calendula
- Step-by-step family activities: tea blending, plant sketching, scent games, and more
- Story-based lessons that help kids see plants as living beings, not just ingredients
- Simple scripts for answering big questions about safety, science, and tradition
- Printable journal pages so kids can track what they notice, feel, and taste
Designed with real families in mind
This guide comes from years of sitting on picnic blankets with kids, answering their questions, and watching the way their faces light up when a plant they’ve walked past a hundred times finally gets a name.
You’ll also find Erica’s notes on:
• setting boundaries and safety agreements
• honoring cultural lineages of herbal wisdom
• making room for your child’s own stories and sensations
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You’ll receive:
• The full 32-page PDF guide
• A printable plant journal for kids
• Erica’s family herbalism email letters (1–2x per month)
What families are saying
“My 8-year-old now points out plantain and yarrow on our walks and tells me their ‘superpowers.’ This guide gave us a way to connect that feels magical and grounded at the same time.”
— Maya, parent & homeschooler
“As a teacher, I’m always looking for resources that respect kids’ intelligence. Erica’s activities weave science, story, and sensory exploration so beautifully.”
— Jordan, 3rd grade teacher
“The safety notes alone are worth it. I finally feel like I have a clear, trustworthy starting place for bringing herbs into our family rhythm.”
— Alexis, parent of two
Why herbalism belongs in childhood.
Kids are natural herbalists. They notice the dandelion in the sidewalk crack, the way mint smells when they crush it between their fingers, the way a warm cup of tea feels like a hug from the inside.
This guide helps you follow their lead while keeping them safe, informed, and connected to the long lineages of people who have turned to plants for comfort and care.
- Builds sensory awareness and curiosity about the natural world
- Introduces kids to body literacy and self-tending in age-appropriate ways
- Strengthens family rituals around rest, nourishment, and care
- Connects kids to cultural and ancestral plant traditions
- Offers a gentle, practical entry point into herbal safety and ethics
Questions parents often ask
Is this guide safe for complete beginners?
Yes. The guide is written assuming no prior herbal knowledge. Erica focuses on a small group of widely used, kid-friendly herbs and offers clear notes on safety, sourcing, and when to consult a healthcare provider.
What ages is this best for?
The activities and language are designed with kids ages 6–10 in mind, but many families use the stories and plant profiles with slightly younger or older children by adapting the questions and level of detail.
Do we need a garden or special equipment?
No. Most activities can be done with dried herbs from your kitchen or local shop, plus simple items like mason jars, crayons, and paper. If you do have access to outdoor spaces, Erica includes ideas for nature walks and balcony or windowsill growing.
Will I get spammed if I share my email?
You’ll receive the PDF guide, occasional letters from Erica about family herbalism and upcoming offerings, and you can unsubscribe at any time with a single click. Your email address is never sold or shared.
Can schools or organizations use this guide?
Yes. You’re welcome to share the guide with a single classroom or program. For wider use or custom curriculum and staff training, Erica offers consulting—reach out via the contact information in the guide.
Still wondering if it’s a fit?
The guide is especially supportive if you’re new to herbalism, care about safety and consent, and want your kids to relate to plants with curiosity instead of fear or “shoulds.”
Ready to invite the plants to the family table?
Download the free guide and start your family’s herbal journey with a trusted, kid-centered companion.
“Children already belong to the world of plants. Our work as adults is simply to notice with them, to listen with them, and to make space for the relationships they’re already forming.”
— Erica Marie Coston
Erica Marie Coston
Author • Educator • Consultant in herbalism for families, schools, and communities.
For consulting inquiries, collaborations, or speaking, reply to any email you receive from Erica with the subject line “Consulting Inquiry.”
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