Featured Lesson Plans

How Does Your Garden Grow?
Grades K-2
Discover the needs of a seed to germinate and the needs of a plant to grow while exploring the life stages of a flowering plant.

Farming in a Glove
Grades 3-5
Observe how a seed sprouts and investigate the conditions necessary for germination to occur.

High-Tech Farming
Grades 6-8
Discover technologies that are used on farms to increase efficiency and yields and decrease costs and environmental impact.

Federal Lands: Ranching & Recreating on Common Grounds
Grades 9-12
Discuss different points of view concerning public lands use and public lands grazing.


Featured Companion Resources

“Our Food Grows” by Sarah M. White
With vibrant illustrations and simple explanations, “Our Food Grows” shows how fruits, vegetables, and grains make their way from the farm to our plates.

Aerponic Garden Kit
This kit provides everything except a 5-gallon bucket for students to create their own aeroponic garden.
Order kit from agclassroomstore.com.


Popular Resource

NAITC School Garden Center

Discover a wealth of resources offering practical information about gardening, including engaging lesson plans and activities to integrate gardening into core curriculum.


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