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In what ways did this kit give opportunity for cross-curricular learning? We used the kits for our maths measurement topic this term.

What future learning opportunities have arisen from this kit? We had to start ours in term 4. We are a special school so the kit arrived a bit close to the holidays for us. However, this means that we are now watching out plants grow throughout the whole term and integrating it into other subjects.

In what ways has this kit improved students awareness of nutrition and healthy eating? Some of our students have very plain diets due to sensory issues. Some of us hadn't even heard of half of these vegetables. It has been a huge learning experience for us and continues to be.

“The students in my class absolutely LOVED our Little Garden Kit. Watering our plants has become a daily routine. Our special student needed reminding at first but are starting to remember to do this on their own. Taking care of something else is a huge step for some of my students who struggle with their own independence. The delight that came from seeing our seeds sprout was indescribable. Thank you School Kit and New World for this opportunity.”

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In what ways did this kit give opportunity for cross-curricular learning? Great writing from inventing their super hero characters using their names and a vegetable. We also wrote procedures. Linked with healthy eating and also how plants grow (science).

What future learning opportunities have arisen from this kit? Propagation, the Sun, Water, Planning healthy meals.

In what ways has this kit improved students awareness of nutrition and healthy eating? Students were challenged to try different vegetables.

“A very engaging way of incorporating healthy eating and learning about how plants grow. Students loved the secret messages and seeing their plants grow.”

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In what ways did this kit give opportunity for cross-curricular learning? We used this kit for health studies - learning about eating healthy and why vegetables are good for our bodies. Science - learning about what a plant needs to survive and grow and how we can care for them. Writing - learning about reading and breaking

What future learning opportunities have arisen from this kit? looking into healthy bodies and body functions eg: how healthy eating effects our body

In what ways has this kit improved students awareness of nutrition and healthy eating? We were able to explore why vegetables are so good for us and then tasted a variety of ones, some many of the children had never tried before.

“The children had a great time watching the seeds sprout and the seedlings begin to grow. We also loved cracking the coded messages and tasting a variety of new vegetables. The only thing we found tricky was that we did not have enough room at school for the seedlings to be replanted into a garden here, and with the school holidays/timing we sent the seedlings home with the students but most of them died.”

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In what ways did this kit give opportunity for cross-curricular learning? We included Science experiments, eg putting dye in water to show the process, Art, Writing and Maths (measurement and counting)

What future learning opportunities have arisen from this kit? What happens to the plants/vegetable when they are grown, how to cook them (opportunities to eat).

In what ways has this kit improved students awareness of nutrition and healthy eating? They learnt about new vegetables as well as the ones they already knew.

“The children enjoyed the thrill of watching their seeds germinate and learn about the process. It was a good way to teach the children about healthy food.”

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In what ways did this kit give opportunity for cross-curricular learning? Reading different books about healthy lifestyle. Writing about their new vegetables. procedural writing on how plant, making healthy food. PE keeps active at school.

What future learning opportunities have arisen from this kit? Growing a school veg patch

In what ways has this kit improved students awareness of nutrition and healthy eating? We have started a raffle on how can try new vegetables. Some learners have tried many new fruits and veg and have found a love.

“I really enjoy the school kit. Children (Year 2) fully engaged from the get go. Making estimations on what's in the big brown box and the 'badge' box. The anticipation for wanting to plant their seeds and measuring the growth of them sprouts. High recommened I have included photo where I have had to blur and screen shot faces out.”

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In what ways did this kit give opportunity for cross-curricular learning? I didn't have the opportunity to use this in a cross-curricular way.

What future learning opportunities have arisen from this kit? The children were excited about growing their own plants, especially ones they can eat.

In what ways has this kit improved students awareness of nutrition and healthy eating? We had many discussions about the benefits of eating lots of healthy vegetables, even better if they grow them themselves!

“I have used the Little Seedlings kit before and enjoyed the new additions to the kit this time. The clubhouse and badges were a hit with my class!”

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In what ways did this kit give opportunity for cross-curricular learning? Literacy reading vegetable signs and pledges

What future learning opportunities have arisen from this kit? Co-operating with community garden groups

In what ways has this kit improved students awareness of nutrition and healthy eating? They know what vegetables look like as seeds.

“Simple to use our students loved it”

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In what ways did this kit give opportunity for cross-curricular learning? Measurement - weeks, length Oral Language - listening and following instructions Science - seeds/growth

What future learning opportunities have arisen from this kit? Planting seeds early so they can try out receipes with the vegetables they have grown. Diary of the growth of the seeds PicCollage of growth/lifecycle of a seed

In what ways has this kit improved students awareness of nutrition and healthy eating? They learnt the names of a lot of vegetables.

“Throughly enjoyable for the kids. Highly motivated to look after their seeds and they are monitoring growth with excitement. The timing wasn't great for us as we had a school mini production at the end of term 3.”

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