Planting Seeds for the Future: A Classroom Garden Project
Help me give my students the resources to engage in hands-on learning experiences that will help them develop life skills, a deeper appreciation for the environment, and a sense of responsibility.
$392 goal
This project expired on July 15, 2025.
This project expired on July 15, 2025.
My Project
This special project will provide my students with the opportunity to engage directly with the natural world through a hands-on gardening experience. In today’s technology-driven society, many students are spending less time outside and are becoming increasingly disconnected from the environment. This garden project will offer them the chance to explore nature, learn about ecosystems, and develop a deeper appreciation for the earth’s processes. With your generous support, we can provide essential materials—such as gardening tools, soil, planters, and educational resources—that will allow my students to get their hands dirty and actively participate in growing plants from seed to harvest.
The goal of this project is to help students develop a connection to the environment and the skills they need to understand and care for it.
By taking part in the gardening process, students will learn important life skills such as responsibility, patience, teamwork, and problem-solving. They will also gain knowledge about sustainability and ecology that will extend far beyond the classroom. These experiences will give students a new perspective on the natural world and foster a sense of stewardship that will stay with them long after the garden is planted.
What makes my students so special is their enthusiasm and curiosity, especially when presented with hands-on learning opportunities. Some of them lack access to outdoor experiences, and this project will give them an opportunity to engage with nature in a practical and meaningful way. As they work together to grow and care for plants, they will also develop vital life skills, including perseverance, collaboration, and a deeper sense of responsibility for the world around them.
Thank you so much for considering this project and for helping provide a valuable learning experience that will have a lasting impact on my students.
COATTOA Raised Garden Bed, 7×3×1ft Outdoor Galvanized Planter Boxes, Galvanized Garden Beds Outdoor with Metal Plant Stakes, Large Raised Garden Stock Tank, Galvanized Planter for Vegetables Planter
• Amazon Business
$62.56
1
$62.56
Dr. Earth Gold Premium Potting Soil, 8 Quart, Natural
• Amazon Business
$11.99
5
$59.95
Four-Way Soil Analyzer
• Ward's Science
$59.59
1
$59.59
Charlie's Compost - Organic Fertilizer for Home Gardens, Raised Beds, Containers, Natural Soil Amendment with Biochar 10lb
• Amazon Business
$25.99
1
$25.99
Garden Rake - Large Leaves Rakes for Gardening - 25 Metal Tines 18" Wide - 78" Long Handle Leaf Rakes for Lawns Heavy Duty for Yard Lawn Shrub Garden Beds
• Amazon Business
$24.97
1
$24.97
Gardening for Geeks: All the Science You Need for Successful Organic Gardening (CompanionHouse Books) Step-by-Step Processes with Diagrams, Expert Tips, & Nerdy Details on Soil Biology, Botany, & More
• Amazon Business
$18.99
1
$18.99
Fiskars 315530-1001 Xact Garden Hand Trowel, Black/Silver
• Amazon Business
$12.77
1
$12.77
Fiskars Xact Hand Weeder, Garden Tool, Stainless Steel Blade with Sharpened and Serrated Edge for All Gardening Tasks, SoftGrip Handle
• Amazon Business
$12.77
1
$12.77
Fiskars Xact Hand Cultivator, Stainless Steel Weeder with SoftGrip Handle, Durable Garden Tool for Loosening and Aerating Soil, Ideal for Flower Beds and Garden Beds
• Amazon Business
$12.77
1
$12.77
Trifabricy Gardening Gloves for Women, Breathable leather Garden Gloves with Grip, Thorn-Proof Puncture-Resistant Work Gloves
• Amazon Business
$7.99
1
$7.99
Materials cost
$298.35
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$4.48
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$332.83
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$58.73
Total project goal
$391.56
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