In honor of Earth Day, my students will be learning about the importance of plants and animals to our Earth. Food from plants and animals can provide essential nutrients necessary for growth, good health, and energy. Creating an indoor garden would help support my unit on plant life while encouraging healthy eating habits.
We are starting our indoor garden from scratch, so we need everything! The children will be learning about the life cycle of a plant, what plants need in order to grow, and how growing our own vegetables is beneficial to our health. Moreover, students will be able to engage in STEM activities to further their learning, such as:
๐ชดIdentifying and illustrating the essential parts of a plant
๐ชดLearning about each plant parts' functions
๐ชดResearching the basic needs of a plant's survival
๐ชดAnalyzing how different factors can affect plant growth
๐ชดMeasuring and tracking plant growth
๐ชดObserving the life cycle of a plant
๐ชดDiscovering the nutritional benefits of each food
In order to successfully start an indoor garden, we will need the following items:
๐ชดvegetable seeds
๐ชดnutrient rich soil
๐ชดa seed starter tray
๐ชดa heating pad to keep plants warm
๐ชดlights to help the plants grow indoors
At the end of our unit, students will have the opportunity to bring home their plant in hopes of enjoying the fruits of their labor. I am certain that with your contribution, students will be able to participate in real hands-on learning activities that they will remember for years to come.
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