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Mrs. St. Cloud from Punta Gorda FL is requesting lab equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Help Us Grow Our Minds and Gardens

Help me give my students a Gardyn system so that they can become familiar with how plants grow and how they benifit us.

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Benefits and Uses of a Hydroponic Growing System in a High School Intensive Reading Classroom

In an increasingly urbanized world, it is essential to find innovative ways to incorporate agriculture and environmental education into the curriculum.

Introducing a hydroponic growing system in a high school intensive reading classroom can provide numerous benefits and learning opportunities for students.

Benefits:

1. Hands-on Learning: A hydroponic growing system offers a practical and engaging way for students to learn about plant biology, nutrition, and the scientific method. By actively participating in the growth process, students can apply their knowledge and develop critical thinking skills.

2. Interdisciplinary Connections: Hydroponics can be integrated into various subjects, making it a versatile tool for cross-curricular learning. .

3. Environmental Awareness: Hydroponics promotes sustainability and conservation by using less water and space compared to traditional soil-based farming. .

4. Emotional and Cognitive Development: Gardening has been shown to have positive effects on mental health, reducing stress and anxiety. A hydroponic system in the classroom can provide a calming and nurturing environment, fostering emotional well-being and improving concentration.

Uses:

1. Vocabulary and Reading Comprehension: Intensive reading classrooms can utilize the hydroponic system to enhance vocabulary acquisition and reading comprehension skills. Students can read and discuss articles, research papers, and instructional materials related to hydroponics, expanding their technical vocabulary and understanding of scientific concepts.

2. Inquiry-Based Projects: Students can design and conduct experiments using the hydroponic system.

Introducing a hydroponic growing system in a high school intensive reading classroom offers numerous benefits and opportunities for students. From hands-on learning to interdisciplinary connections and community engagement, hydroponics can enhance the educational experience while promoting environmental awareness and sustainable practices.

Mrs. St. Cloud
Grades 9-12

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Gardyn 3.0 Hydroponics Growing System & Vertical Garden Planter | Indoor Smart Garden| Includes 30 Non-GMO Indoor Plants, Herbs & Vegetables & LED Grow Lights for Your Home Indoor Gardening System • Amazon Business $695.00 1 $695.00
Gardyn HydroBoost for Gardyn Hydroponic Indoor Gardens - 250 ML (Plant Based Water Treatment-Lowers PH, Balances Plant Nutrients & Reduces Need for More Intensive Hydroponic Growing System Cleanings) • Amazon Business $49.99 1 $49.99

Materials cost

$744.99

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 FREE

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 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$11.17

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$786.16

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$138.73

Total project goal

$924.89

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