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Science in the Garden: A Lesson for Elementary School Students

This blog post will provide an interactive lesson plan for elementary school teachers looking to incorporate gardening into their curriculum. We'll also mention the scientific supplies and resources available at Hummert International that can enhance the learning experience.

Science in the Garden A Lesson for Kids

Plant Life Cycle: Gardening provides an excellent opportunity for elementary school students to learn about the life cycle of plants. You can start by explaining the journey of a seed from planting to sprouting and eventually becoming a mature plant. Highlight the importance of seeds, soil, and light in this process. Hummert International offers a variety of gardening and germination supplies to support this lesson.

Hands-On Experiments: To make the science lessons more engaging, provide students with simple and fun experiments that they can conduct in the garden. For instance, set up experiments to test different conditions for seed germination. Explore the impact of light and nutrient variations on plant growth. Use our high-quality germination trays and humidity domes to create controlled environments for these experiments.

Garden Journals: Encourage students to keep garden journals to record their observations and track the growth of the plants. Garden journals provide an excellent opportunity for students to document their findings, drawings, and notes. Hummert International offers a range of gardening supplies, including journals and markers, to help students create these journals.

In conclusion, incorporating gardening into elementary school curricula is an effective way to teach students about plant life cycles and scientific principles. Hummert International provides the necessary supplies and resources to make these lessons engaging and memorable for young learners.