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Landscaper: history and fun facts

Everything a curious kid might want to know about this job.

Did you know?

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Many tulips grow from small round bulbs that are planted under the soil in the fall, then bloom in spring!

Through history

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    Long ago

    People have been shaping gardens and green spaces for thousands of years, making shady spots and pretty paths for their homes.

Tools of the trade

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Wheelbarrow

A wheelbarrow has one wheel in front and two handles. It helps carry heavy soil, rocks, and plants across the yard.

A day in the job

  • MorningThe landscaper meets the family in their yard to hear what they would like, like a shady bench or a big flower bed.

Words to know

Landscape
A landscape is all the land around us, including grass, trees, flowers, and paths. A landscaper plans and cares for it.

Quiz time

  • A landscaper never thinks about where rainwater goes.

  • Landscapers can plant trees and flowers.