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Discussion on Organic
In this lesson, students explore their pre-existing associations with the word organic. This lesson extends on the conversations from the lesson, What is Organic?. Students will map and discuss their thoughts, as well as the various influences that make up their understanding of organic.
Grade: 
6 – 8, 9 – 12
Progression:
5 of 10
Principles of Organic
In this lesson students will explore the guiding principles that inform and define organic agriculture. Students will identify and discuss the four principles of organic before delving into the ecology of a garden.
Grade: 
6 – 8, 9 – 12
Progression:
2 of 10
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How To: Direct Seed
The process of direct seeding (also called direct sowing) involves planting seeds in the garden, rather than buying small plants or starting seeds indoors and transplanting them outside. This lesson will walk you through the steps of direct seeding so you are ready to direct seed something yourself!
Grade: 
6 – 8
Progression:
6 of 6
Create Your Own: Planter Box
Building a planter box is a simple way to start gardening. This lesson will help you build your own planter box using a few simple items that you can get at any hardware or garden store or by upcycling things you have already.
Grade: 
6 – 8, Whole Family
Progression:
4 of 6
Seed Parts and Sprouting Starts
Seeds are extraordinary! For example, one tiny tomato seed will grow into a beautiful tomato plant that can produce over ten pounds of tomatoes! The life of nearly all plants we eat starts as a seed.
Grade: 
PreK – 2, 3 – 5, 6 – 8
Progression:
1 of 6
Heritage Box
We are going to make a family heritage box – a keep sake box that contains items that represent your family, your culture and history. First you will watch a video of an artist talking about how she uses art to honor her culture and family.
Grade: 
3 – 5, 6 – 8, 9 – 12, Whole Family
Making Seed Balls
Want to make a recipe for something that isn’t edible? We have just the recipe for you! Today you will learn how to make seed balls to spread the beauty of flowers any place plants will grow.
Grade: 
PreK – 2, 3 – 5, 6 – 8, Whole Family
Growing From Food Scraps
Did you know that a lot of the produce in your kitchen will sprout new growth just by putting it in water or soil? This activity explores growing food from the ends and scraps of produce in your kitchen.
Grade: 
3 – 5, 6 – 8, 9 – 12, Whole Family
Coloring Together
Coloring, sometimes considered a child’s activity, is a documented stress reliever for adults! In this activity, use our coloring sheet to color as a family. While you color, consider using the conversation starters to discuss the various fruits, vegetables, and herbs on the drawing sheets.
Grade: 
PreK – 2, 3 – 5, 6 – 8, Whole Family
How To: Flip Food
Have you watched chefs on TV effortlessly flip an egg or pancake without using a spatula? Do you want to be able to do that and impress your friends with your skills? In this lesson, you’ll learn how to flip food in a sauté pan and reflect upon how you learn new skills.
Grade: 
3 – 5, 6 – 8, 9 – 12
Progression:
1 of 12

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