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In what ways did this kit give opportunity for cross-curricular learning? As mentioned above it tied in nicely with Healthy Eating. We also integrated it with literacy. We wrote about what we had done and our observations of the plants growing. We used the syndicate worm bin to feed our growing plants. We also enjoyed the story

What future learning opportunities have arisen from this kit? Ongoing learning about the school environment-practical use of syndicate worm bin fed with scraps from the children's brainfood break (fruit and vegies are only allowed) We also have school compost bins which we visited and linked to a story a child broug

In what ways has this kit improved students awareness of nutrition and healthy eating? This kit preceded a visit by the Life Education Trust to our school where our children focused on healthy eating. Thus the kit was nicely integrated with the children's on-going learning. The children have tried some seeds and vegetables in the classroom

“This kit complimented our How Does Your Garden Grow? Inquiry for the beginning of the fourth term. Because the kit came out in the school holidays our school asked if we could delay the start and provide feedback at the end of our Inquiry. This was approved. It was an excellent resource to begin our Inquiry. The children enjoyed receiving the badge. They enjoyed planting the seeds, watching the soil expand and then waiting for the first shoots to appear. It's so helpful having supporting videos and information, too. We extended the kit, planting bean and sunflower seeds. We created animal plant pots using recycled milk bottles. Our school grounds has a lot of kowhai trees and we looked at ways to crack the hard seed coat to encourage them to germinate. We had 100% success with this. The children are about to paint a terracotta pot to put these in and take home as a gift.”

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In what ways did this kit give opportunity for cross-curricular learning? The kit intergrated with the curriculum wellm the students measured their seedlings and compared tthem to others. They wrote about their plants and learnt about the plant lifecycle. They learnt about what a plant needs in order to live.

What future learning opportunities have arisen from this kit? The students are aware of how to plant seeds and how to grow their own food. Understanding that food does not just come from the supermarket.

In what ways has this kit improved students awareness of nutrition and healthy eating? This helped the students knowledge of where vegetables come from. They learnt about healthy eating and what they should be eating each day.

“The students loved the little garden kit. It intergrated well with the curriculum and taught the students about seedlings and how to grow your own food.”

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In what ways did this kit give opportunity for cross-curricular learning? Lots of writing, reading and maths(measuring) It was easy to make links.

What future learning opportunities have arisen from this kit? We moved on to hydroponics this term so the knowledge gained was really useful.

In what ways has this kit improved students awareness of nutrition and healthy eating? We tried some different recipes e.g. they made hummus so they could dip vegetables into it.

“Such excitement!!! The children absoluted loved this kit- from the sowing of the seeds until they were taken home to plant.”

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In what ways did this kit give opportunity for cross-curricular learning? Cross curricular learning included health, physical education, Science and English.

What future learning opportunities have arisen from this kit? Future learning included cooking with the veg grown, maths with working out length of time from germination to harvest.

In what ways has this kit improved students awareness of nutrition and healthy eating? Students loved the matching game and identifying veg. This was great to lead into class discussions about what the children recognise/ eat, and what they don't. We used the 5+ a day resources alongside this unit which worked well.

“My students loved being members of The Little Garden League. They felt like they were in a special club and we had a secret hand shake and everything. They really enjoyed watching their plants grow and took them home to continue the learning. All the resources were great! Thank you!”

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In what ways did this kit give opportunity for cross-curricular learning? Literacy - recording their thoughts, feelings, ideas &; experiences - coding using the provided codes, and leading them to develop their own coded messages and/or secret codes Maths - measurement of seedlings Science - requirements for plant growth

What future learning opportunities have arisen from this kit? The possibility of starting &; maintaining a class/school garden in the future.

In what ways has this kit improved students awareness of nutrition and healthy eating? This kit has certainly broadened the children's awareness of the variety of healthy fruit &; vegetable options available - even if they have never tried some of them previously. It has also inspired the children to get out there and grow their own...showi

“A fabulously put together kit that was super easy to use in our Y1 classroom. Resources were plentiful, easy to assemble, and thoroughly engaging for our 5year old children. Teacher resources were easy to follow and provided plenty of opportunity to explore a variety of themes and pathways.”

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In what ways did this kit give opportunity for cross-curricular learning? Health, Literacy (Storytelling), Maths (Measurement and Number), Science.

What future learning opportunities have arisen from this kit? Our environment, healthy eating, sustainability.

In what ways has this kit improved students awareness of nutrition and healthy eating? Experiencing and learning about new vegetables and the importance of healthy eating.

“Fabulous resource and supporting material.”

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In what ways did this kit give opportunity for cross-curricular learning? Maths - Kids were able to measure the growing plants every couple of days then determine the changes in size. Health - Having vegies as part of a healthy diet and lifestyle. Art - Drawing and taking photos of their plants. Using their vegie as another '

What future learning opportunities have arisen from this kit? Science - Where vegies are grown. How plants grow. What they need to thrive. A general wanting to know more about vegies (were the first carrots really purple?!!). Science / Social sciences - How our actions/activities affect the plant and environment. H

In what ways has this kit improved students awareness of nutrition and healthy eating? The focus on vegies as a healthy part of their diet.... they had to design a day's menu ensuring that there was a healthy aspect to each meal. I had the 'eat your colours' idea incorporated into this idea.

“Due to Covid, the seeds were sent home as part of an ongoing project of learning at home. The kids planted the seeds then kept a log of photos, information, queries, etc that could be electronically communicated with me and peers. Although was not the best option in regards to using the kit, those kids who participated enjoyed watching their efforts 'sprout' and grow. Specified questions that I asked had the kids looking at different aspects in respect to the vegetables and herbs. I would certainly like to use this kit again but in a more controlled learning environment.”

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How effective was this kit in promoting healthy eating in your classroom?

In what ways did this kit give opportunity for cross-curricular learning? We linked in technology, math, writing, reading, the arts and physical education.

What future learning opportunities have arisen from this kit? Learning more about the environmental impact of growing your own food in comparison to buying from the store/ not local.

In what ways has this kit improved students awareness of nutrition and healthy eating? It was interesting to find how many students had no idea where food came from - let alone how to grow their own. They were hands on and led the learning right from growing through to eating.

“We have used a few kits over the past 2 years and this, by far, has been enjoyed the most by the students. From the get go, they were engaged in the learning and couldn't wait to do more the next day.”

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