Description In today's world, civic engagement is paramount in laying the foundation for the next generation of U.S. citizens. This book gives readers the tools they need to understand the civics concept of taking civic action. A relatable story and characters are paired with vibrant illustrations to teach readers the foundations of citizenship and civics. In this book, Kat contributes to a community garden. This fiction book is paired with the nonfiction book We Make a Community Garden (ISBN: 9781538364000). The instructional guide on the inside front and back covers provides: Vocabulary, Background knowledge, Text-dependent questions, Whole class activities, and Independent activities.