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In what ways did this kit give opportunity for cross-curricular learning? We have been learning about Living Things - plants are a living thing so it matched in beautifully

What future learning opportunities have arisen from this kit? We are looking at soil and what is it to grow healthy plants.

In what ways has this kit improved students awareness of nutrition and healthy eating? We have started talking about veges etc and because the want to see the plants grow they are excited to see their vegetable grow.

“My students love the science behind the soil growth and watching their plants grow.”

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In what ways did this kit give opportunity for cross-curricular learning? We wrote about many different aspects of our vegetables, including how our vegetables were growing, what plants need to grow, and which part of the plant we're eating with each different type of vegetable. We also did observational drawing of our plants a

What future learning opportunities have arisen from this kit? Our school also received a kit for a school garden (including a wooden frame, soil and more Little Garden sets), which we will plant at the beginning of next term. Students will be able to look after these plants and watch them grow over time, hopefully b

In what ways has this kit improved students awareness of nutrition and healthy eating? It made students more aware of different vegetables and where they come from. We also had discussions about healthy foods, and children could share which foods they liked. Some children, who are picky eaters, were able to experience different viewpoints a

“The Little Garden Kit had all the resources required to learn about plants and grow our own plants in our class. The story, Little Garden Club sign, badges and picture of the different characters engaged the students really well and got them excited about growing their own vegetables. Prior to this unit, most students did not know the names of many of the vegetables, but in the course of this unit, students learnt a lot about the different vegetables, parts of a plant and how to grow their own plants. However, the codes breakers we were sent were more suited to older students from Year 2 up (we are a new entrant/year 1 class).”

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In what ways did this kit give opportunity for cross-curricular learning? In writing, children were able to persuade the reader why they should like a certain vegetable/fruit.

What future learning opportunities have arisen from this kit? In term 4, we are going to carry on with this and grow some more. This is linking into the Zespri challenge, cross country and what foods we need to fuel our bodies for this.

In what ways has this kit improved students awareness of nutrition and healthy eating? We linked this in with our lunches we eat at school. What is a healthy snack/what isn't? Talked about how we could grow our own plants at home and discussed who already has.

“Children were engaged and loved being able to plant their own plants (the soil was magic in their eyes) They loved coming into school each day to check if the plants had grown and who could water them on that specific day”

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In what ways did this kit give opportunity for cross-curricular learning? writing, reading, science, maths so many!

What future learning opportunities have arisen from this kit? Continued growing plants, observe bean seeds, plant a pansy in decorated pot

In what ways has this kit improved students awareness of nutrition and healthy eating? Very topical as its all about vegies and why we grow them

“Love this kit! Practical and ready to use. Kids very keen”

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In what ways did this kit give opportunity for cross-curricular learning? They learned lots about plants, plant growth and were able to connect these to their own experience of growth. We used English by writing instructions and descriptions. We looked at science - plant growth cycle. We looked at measurement when comparing hei

What future learning opportunities have arisen from this kit? Lots - could keep using this next term to look into body systems and growth mindset.

In what ways has this kit improved students awareness of nutrition and healthy eating? The kids learned about how vegetables are important for health, and how vegetables are good for our bodies and brain. Keep up the great work School Kit!

“The kids in my class loved this school kit! Having a hands on project to explore and create new knowledge, enabled us to delve further into our topic of growth. It saved a lot of teacher time, and the fact that you made it a club boosted the kids sense of ownership and buy in.”

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In what ways did this kit give opportunity for cross-curricular learning? Science, we used measurement for maths in the watering process. Also talking about science of the sun helping things grow.

What future learning opportunities have arisen from this kit? We plan on planting out veg in the school garden to eat by end of term 4

In what ways has this kit improved students awareness of nutrition and healthy eating? We discussed what is healthy and unhealthy for us. And talked about growing our own so we knew what was on the product - being fresh. We have free lunch in schools and it encouraged my students to eat their little salad in their lunches

“My students loved the little garden resource! They loved coming in every day and seeing if there were any new sprouts.”

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In what ways did this kit give opportunity for cross-curricular learning? we could have utilized it more but I can see how you could connect it.

What future learning opportunities have arisen from this kit? we have started a garden for our juniors and feel it csn lead to more learning about nutrition.

In what ways has this kit improved students awareness of nutrition and healthy eating? We had discussions about trying new vegetables which encouraged the class to try different things.

“awesome resource - kids loved the secret codes!”

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In what ways did this kit give opportunity for cross-curricular learning? Science/writing/language/ The little garden kit has given us opportunities in increasing our oral language and writing. We have chosen lots of books to read regarding gardening and planting vegies.

What future learning opportunities have arisen from this kit? Creating a class garden, creating gardens at home with their families. extending vocabulary and inspiring young children to grow their own food to eat. Looking after plants, watering them and weeding the garden.

In what ways has this kit improved students awareness of nutrition and healthy eating? We have talked about lots of different vegetables we like to eat and how they keep us healthy. Some children have never tried certain vegetables so we are planning on making a big garden salad or pot of soup from the vegies when they grow

“I love the little garden kit and so did my students. They were excited to find out about the seeds we were going to grown and loved planting them in the pots provided. They watered them daily and were thrilled when they sprouted. I loved that everything was in the pack and it was a sustainable and recyclable cardboard. Children love their badges and were proud to wear them and show the other children. They are keen in being part of the whole process of growing seeds into vegetables.”

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