School gardens transform outdoor spaces into interdisciplinary learning environments. Students engage in hands-on science, math, health, and environmental education while planting, growing, and harvesting crops.
Gardening encourages responsibility, patience, and ecological awareness. Students learn about plant life cycles, weather patterns, soil chemistry, and sustainable agriculture. It also supports social-emotional learning and mental well-being.
Gardens can be used for cross-curricular lessons—writing reflections, calculating square footage, or studying nutrition. They promote outdoor learning, collaboration, and community engagement.
Many schools partner with local farms, nonprofits, or city programs for materials and expertise. Even container gardens on rooftops or windowsills can be impactful.
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