CURRICULUM & LEARNING ENVIRONMENT * 1 HOUR * LEVEL 2From Seed to Salad: Gardening in the Classroom
Reasons to Introduce Gardening
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Natural Curiosity
Children are born with a natural desire to figure out how the world around them works. Giving students the opportunity to explore the life cycles of fruits and vegetables can strengthen their creative problem-solving skills as well as fulfill their desire to discover. Nature can stimulate children’s imaginations and create a magical place for them to learn and grow. Having a class garden will ensure that your students are getting an adequate amount of quality outdoor time. Learning Life Skills
There are numerous skills that children can learn from digging around in the garden that they can use into adulthood. Your students will learn patience by having to wait for the fruits and vegetables to be ready. They will also explore the idea of cause and effect by learning that plants grow when you water them. Children will develop self-esteem by feeling pride in the growth of their plants, as well as respect for the environment. |
Community Building
Having a class garden is a great way to encourage students to work together. Because they will be helping one another in the day-to-day upkeep of the garden, their social skills and relationships with other students will develop. Your students will practice teamwork and cooperation as well as explore group dynamics. Students can also celebrate their successes together by having special meals such as a harvest party at the end of the growing season. |
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