Lesson Plans

Seed Packets - Things to Know Before you Grow

Subject: Science and Language

Big Ideas:

Diversity,

Why do we grow what we grow?

Has what we grow changed from the past?

Description: In this lesson, students will be able to learn about the plants they plan to grow in their garden by investigating the seed packet they come in. Students are then able to share their new knowledge with their peers, formally or informally.

Worksheet attached below.

Garden Exploration

Subject: Science and Math

Big Ideas:

Description: This lesson provides an opportunity for students to explore and get to know their garden through different lenses/themes. Their findings can turn into a graph and or a themed-map of the garden.

Worksheet attached below.

Garden Maintenance

Subject: Science

Big Ideas:

Description: This lesson plan fosters the continued practice of garden maintenance. Whether done by a class or a team, this lesson plan will encourage students to be meticulous record keepers, recording information on plant growth, seasonal changes and requirements, as well as gardening techniques.