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I’m a Wellness Designer, Educator, Author & Illustrator, Certified Ergonomic Office Evaluator and a passionate advocate for sustainability and intentional living.

My mission is to help you reconnect with nature—both at home and in the workplace. Through my children’s book, My First ABC Book of Houseplants, I guide families in introducing little ones to the basics of plant care. The book encourages early environmental awareness, fosters a love for nature, and helps cultivate foundational skills for a thriving home garden.

Whether I’m designing a wellness-focused workspace or leading a hands-on planting workshop, my mission remains the same: to inspire mindful living through nature, creativity, and purposefully designed environments.

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I love being able to show my son the wonderful plant illustrations and tell him about their care. For some plants, if I have them, I also point those out to him - I think it’s a great way to teach him about connecting real-life objects with images in a book.

Darryl Cheng, House Plant Journal, Author of The New Plant Parent & The New Plant Collector
It is beautifully illustrated and I love how you used a pairing between actually teaching children about the plant itself and then also attaching that to natural history of the plant and where these plants actually are native to.

- Emma Terrell, The Urban Botanist, Naturalist, Explorer, Educator & Entrepreneur & Wellness Enthusiast
"The world needs more plant people, so start 'em young with this beautifully researched and illustrated book, which is an enjoyable read for both kids and adults! "

Maria Failla | Author of Growing Joy: The Plant Lover's Guide to Cultivating Happiness (and Plants) & Podcast Host of Growing Joy with Maria
What a sweet book to add to our little ones book collection. The colours in this book are so gentle and relaxing. The illustration is stunning. You can tell this book was done with such thought and care. We are a plant loving family and this most definitely is a fun way for our littlest ones to learn and connect with the concept/benefits of gardening and house plants.

Kat Morin
This is a wonderful gift and way to share about plants with your little ones . It is the perfect book to take out and learn and discover all the different plants .

Patricia Forte
This book is truly beautiful and well-thought out. I love that I get to learn about plants right alongside my child. The illustrations are absolutely stunning. The seek and find portion of the book was a true delight and surprise. Highly recommend for all the plant lovers and little green thumbs in the making.

Berson C.
This book is educational and really easy to follow. Great for children, beginner and veteran plant lovers. The illustrations are beautiful and trendy!

Emmanuel Ramirez

Events

June 8th, 2025

Patagonia Ottawa

119 York St, Ottawa, ON

Kids Propagation Workshop

Join us on Sunday, June 8th at 9am for a plant propagation workshop. Kids will decorate their own propagation stands, designed to hold glass tubes for rooting plant cuttings. After decorating, they’ll learn the basics of propagation by taking their own plant cuttings to start growing at home. This hands-on experience combines art and nature, fostering a love for plants and an early understanding of plant care.

*Adults must accompany their children are welcome to observe and assist their kiddo when necessary.

*Weather permitting, this event will be held outdoors. Please ensure that participants are dressed appropriately for the weather conditions.

Tickets for this event include:

Participation in the workshop
A propagation stand to decorate and take home
A copy of Priscille Joseph’s book, My First ABC Book of Houseplants
Buckets of fun!

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Upcoming events

Boogles Playhouse (GTA)

Grow Joy: Plant Workshop
June 14th, 2025
Join us at Boogles Playhouse for a special nature-inspired morning with Priscille Joseph—Ottawa-based author, wellness advocate, and creator of The Joyful Lil’ Gardener.
Workshop Highlights
Lavender Mini Garden
Build a soothing mini garden using real lavender plants. Kids will decorate their own plant markers and discover how lavender smells, grows, and helps us feel calm. This ties into Prescille’s book, where L is for Lavender—a lovely way to link letters and nature.
Little Botanists Propagation Station
A fun, beginner-friendly intro to plant care and science! Your child will make a mini propagation station using real cuttings, water jars, and labels—plus enjoy a playful talk on how plants grow and thrive.

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Indigo Kids Rideau (Ottawa)

Planting Lavender Seeds
June 28th, 2025
Join us for a hands-on planting workshop in partnership with Indigo and children's book author and illustrator Priscille Joseph! Inspired by her beautifully illustrated book My First ABC Book of Houseplants, this interactive event invites children and families to explore the beauty of growing lavender from seed.
Participants will decorate their own planter and dive into engaging lessons on soil health, seed planting, germination, and caring for lavender. We'll also explore where lavender originates and learn its scientific name, connecting plant care to a deeper understanding of the natural world.
Through guided activities, storytelling, and creativity, kids will walk away with a new appreciation for plants—and their very own lavender seed planted with care.

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Indigo Kids Barrhaven (Ottawa)

Propagating Lavender
July 6th, 2025
Discover the beauty of plant propagation in this hands-on workshop led by My First ABC Book of Houseplants author and illustrator, Priscille Joseph. Hosted in partnership with Indigo, this engaging session invites children and families to learn how to propagate the beloved lavender plant.
Participants will explore the science behind propagation, dive into different horticultural growing mediums, and uncover the many benefits of lavender—from its calming properties to its role in pollinator gardens. We'll also learn the basics of plant biology and what makes lavender unique, including its structure and growth patterns.
To complete the experience, each participant will decorate their own planter and take home a propagated lavender cutting to continue caring for at home.

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