In Kingdom Builders: The Case of the Wilting Garden, Chris, John, Mary, and Martha are faced with a problem when they discover that their community garden is drying out and the plants are starting to wilt. Determined to help the garden flourish again, the Kingdom Builders use the Engineering Design Cycle to come up with a solution that ensures the plants get enough water to thrive.
As the team works together, John gathers materials for a simple irrigation system, Martha sketches out their plan and takes notes, and Mary reminds everyone to care for God's creation with love and respect. Through brainstorming, building, and testing, the team creates an irrigation system that distributes water evenly to the plants, helping the garden bloom once again.
This story highlights the importance of problem-solving, environmental stewardship, and teamwork, all while being guided by Catholic virtues like compassion and responsibility. The Kingdom Builders show how faith and engineering can work together to solve real-world challenges, inspiring young readers to nurture both their minds and hearts as they care for the world around them.