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Which subject	Literature
What topic	Gardening
What length (min)	30
What age group	Preschool / Nursery
Class size	20
What curriculum
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Lesson plan

Topic

Gardening

Objectives

• Introduce students to basic concepts of gardening.
• Encourage observation of nature and plant life.
• Foster an appreciation for the environment and responsibility in caring for living things.

Grade/Age Group

Preschool / Nursery (Ages 3-5)

Subject

Literature

Materials

• Picture books about gardening (e.g., "The Tiny Seed" by Eric Carle)
• Plant seeds (e.g., beans, sunflowers)
• Small pots or containers (one for each student)
• Potting soil
• Watering cans (toy or real, depending on safety)
• Markers and stickers for decorating pots
• Aprons or old t-shirts to protect clothing

Class Size

20 students

Standards

The lesson aligns with the following early childhood education standards:

• Collaboration: Support children’s development of cooperative and collaborative strategies.
• Observation: Encourage exploration and observation of the natural world.
• Language and Literacy: Build vocabulary related to gardening and plant life.

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length	Details
1	Introduction to Gardening	5 minutes	Read a short picture book about gardening to the class, engaging them with questions about what they see.
2	Discuss Gardening Tools	5 minutes	Show students the tools and materials, explaining their uses (e.g., soil, pots, seeds). Make it interactive by letting them touch items.
3	Potting Seeds	10 minutes	Demonstrate how to fill a pot with soil, plant seeds, and water them. Assist each student as they create their own pot.
4	Decorating Pots	5 minutes	Allow students to decorate their pots with markers or stickers while the pots dry. Encourage them to express creativity.
5	Story Time & Reflection	5 minutes	Gather the students for a brief story time focusing on nurturing plants. Prompt discussion on what the plants need to grow and how they can care for them.
6	Wrap-up and Homework	5 minutes	Recap what was learned, discuss the importance of caring for plants. Assign homework: a simple drawing or journal entry about what they learned about gardening. Explain that students will bring this back for a check without presentation.

Homework

• Students will create a drawing or write a short journal entry about their experience with gardening in class.
• Homework will be checked for completion without requiring students to present it in front of the class.

Assessment

• Observe students during activities for engagement and participation.
• Review homework for understanding and expression of learned concepts.

Notes

• Ensure to maintain a safe and clean environment, especially when working with soil and plants.
• Be attentive to any allergies students might have regarding plants or soil materials.

Lesson script