Children will learn that plants need water just like people and animals need water. They will explore dry and wet soil and be able to describe the difference between them. Children will practice testing soil for dampness using their fingers. Children will be introduced to a rain gauge and its purpose.
Students will become familiar with the different things plants need to survive and grow. Children will learn to listen and participate in a group activity while outdoors in the garden through this movement based activity.
A father makes a beautiful, green, growing garden filled with hidden treasures that he shares with his garden. The poetic prose of this book is captivating for young readers, and could serve as a writing lesson for older ones.
This vibrantly illustrated book takes us on a counting and rhyming adventure in the garden. From a bug’s eye view, we learn alliteration and action verbs as we buzz with the bees, slither with the snails, and glow with the fireflies. In the back, there is a section of fun and educational facts about each
Alice’s grandfather made her promise to do something to make the world a more beautiful place. But young Alice isn’t sure yet what that will be.
Teach students about the parts of plants and their functions and use the garden to teach a hands-on plant based activity.
