My students need hydroponic garden kits, as well as a fish tank and a butterfly kit in order to supplement our STEM curriculum on ecosystems and natural habitats, all while we grow our own salad garden.
I teach in a New York City public school district. Our borough has been recognized as one of the most diverse in the nation and our school community speaks many languages.
Our children come from many countries, speak many different languages, and bring with them a wealth of cultures that enrich us all.
The families, students, and school all have success as a goal, and our students are hard working, motivated, and love to learn. My fourth-grade students are creative and enthusiastic learners who love a challenge. Our best projects are the ones my students create collaboratively, where every idea is considered and tested. They take pride in their work.
My Project
I'm excited to teach my students about ecosystems and natural habitats as part of our science curriculum. Creating a space in our classroom for natural habitats will aid my students in learning about the interaction between plants and animals. My students will also have the opportunity to grow and harvest their very own salad garden!
Growing their own “salad” garden will give my students a unique and authentic experience.
Not only will it help build science enquiry and invaluable STEM skills, but it will also encourage our students to form healthy eating habits. By growing their own food, children will learn important life skills, such as how to plant and care for their very own salad vegetables, including lettuce, peppers, tomatoes and various herbs. This will help promote knowledge of where their food comes from and the importance of cultivating and caring for our agriculture.
In addition, we will build on inquiry skills by caring for and observing our butterfly and fish habitats. These habitats will teach the children about the food chain and ecosystems.
Miracle-Gro AeroGarden Extra LED Indoor Garden with Gourmet Herb Seed Kit
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$175.48
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$175.48
Miracle-Gro AeroGarden Sprout Plus LED with Gourmet Herb Seed Pod Kit, White
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$70.15
2
$140.30
Back to the Roots Water Garden
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$57.56
2
$115.12
Butterfly Garden Gift Set with Live Cup of Caterpillars
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$27.87
2
$55.74
Advantus 10-Drawer Rolling Organizer, 37.6 x 13 x 15.4 Inches, Multi-Colored (AVT34004)
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$47.99
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$47.99
Brita Pitcher, Water Replacement Filters, 2 Count
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$9.99
3
$29.97
Whitmor Plastic Magazine Organizers, Set of 10, Assorted colors
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$28.53
1
$28.53
Brita 10 Cup Everyday BPA Free Water Pitcher with 1 Filter, White
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$23.99
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$23.99
Hydroponics Beginners Gardening Guide: How to Start a Hydroponics System Step by Step
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$19.97
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$19.97
Miracle-Gro AeroGarden Sweet Bell Peppers Seed Pod Kit (9-Pods)
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$19.95
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$19.95
Miracle-Gro AeroGarden Mega Cherry Tomato Seed Pod Kit (9-Pods)
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$19.95
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$19.95
Miracle-Gro AeroGarden Heirloom Salad Greens Seed Pod Kit (9-Pods)
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$19.95
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$19.95
Miracle-Gro AeroGarden Salad Greens Mix Seed Pod Kit (9-Pods)
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$19.95
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$19.95
Digital Aid® Best Water Quality Test Meter. 0-9990ppm. Professional TDS, EC and Temperature Meter. Three-in-One. Lifetime Guarantee on this Accurate and Reliable Water Test Meter. Ideal For Drinking Water, Aquariums, Ponds etc. With Protective Leather Case. TDS (Totally Dissolved Solids)
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$17.74
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$17.74
Learning Resources Answer Buzzers
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$16.72
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$16.72
Gardening Projects for Kids: Fantastic ideas for making things, growing plants and flowers, and attracting wildlife to the garden, with 60 practical projects and 500 photographs
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$15.26
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$15.26
Miracle-Gro AeroGarden Red Heirloom Cherry Tomato Seed Pod Kit (7-Pods)
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$15.04
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$15.04
National Geographic Readers: Caterpillar to Butterfly
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$3.99
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$3.99
Materials cost
$785.64
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$11.78
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$827.42
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$146.02
Total project goal
$973.44
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$973.44
1 Donor
-$486.72
Donations toward project cost
-$413.71
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$73.01
match offer
-$486.72
Match offer toward project cost
-$413.71
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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