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Goal

Goal: Our goal is to expand the knowledge of the growing process for second graders through this project based activity. We will be using organic materials in order for students to foster a deeper appreciation for the environment and the need to be responsible for the Earth. Students will experience the life cycle of various plants. 

 

What will be done with my students

My students last year had a wonderful experience with the planning and planting of vegetables We ate numerous salads with our own vegetables. The students were in charge of the planting and the watering, which in turn taught them responsibility. They were always engaged when we visited the garden. I will guide my students in the process of the planting. The students will study the properties of water, light, soil, and nutrition. Not only will this process meet the Science standards, but will integrate into Math with the measuring of water needed for the plants. Students will also be writing in journals about the changes that occur with their plants daily. I would like to take them to the Botanical Gardens to explore gardens around the world.  

 

Benefits to my students

First, the students will investigate a variety of plants and seeds in order to evaluate which would grow better for certain seasons in Florida. The students will experience the hands on project of planting their seeds in the Earth Boxes. They will also study the properties of water, light, soil, and nutrition throughout the growing season. Students will gain knowledge in the life cycles of plants which is a second grade standard in Science. Another standard they will be able to recognize is the interaction and interdependence of plants and insects. They will also learn how to collect data and record their results in a journal. Students gain awareness of the nutritional value of the vegetables they grow. It is amazing the variety of vegetables the students will eat because they grew them their selves. 

 

Budget Narrative

I have added a bus to my grant for a field trip to Botanical Gardens. Admission is free for Title 1 schools. It is a wonderful field trip and an opportunity for students to learn about plants that are native to Florida and other areas. 

 

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