Toolkit for Educators
Toolkit for Educators
Observation Checklist
Look for signs of development such as:
Emotional
shows pride in caring for plants
demonstrates patience
expresses joy or curiosity
Social
collaborates with peers
shares tools and space
communicates ideas
Cognitive
predicts outcomes
asks questions
uses new vocabulary
classifies or measures
Physical
uses fine motor control
carries materials safely
demonstrates coordination
Weekly Lesson Plan Template
Sections:
Learning goals
Materials
Steps
Questions to ask
Links to developmental domains
Reflection (Kolb’s cycle)
Teach safe tool use
Supervise water play
Check for allergies
Provide gloves if needed
Establish clear boundaries outdoors
A simple grid showing how gardening supports:
emotional skills
social skills
cognitive skills
physical skills
Educators can check off observed behaviors weekly.