Our 2nd-grade students have built their own rain gauges to measure how much water falls in our school garden. This fun DIY project helped them understand how important water is for plant growth. Through observation and discussion, the children learned that while water is essential for life, too much water can actually harm plants. To […]
Measuring Rain in Our School Garden Llegeix més »
After the long summer break, our school garden welcomed us with a wild surprise: weeds had taken over almost every corner! The garden and surrounding area looked untidy and in need of some care. Our students are now working hard to bring the garden back to life. The first task is weeding – removing all
Back to the School Garden Llegeix més »
Our composting project has produced its first batch of rich, fertile compost, ready to nourish our school garden. As you may recall, the school invested in a composter to recycle organic waste from both our school kitchen and our garden. The process, while simple in principle, is a powerful
First Compost Harvest Ready for the School Garden Llegeix més »
Have you seen the amazing bean plants growing in our school garden? They’re climbing high and producing lots of yummy pods! Beans are not just for the birds! They are a superfood for humans too! They are packed with goodness like protein, which helps us grow strong, and fibre, which helps our tummies stay happy.
Wow! Look at our Beans! Llegeix més »
Hello, young cooks! Remember last week when we made that yummy Swiss chard recipe from our school garden? This week, we’re using another colourful veggie we’ve grown—red cabbage! Let’s turn it into a warm, sweet, and cozy dish that’s perfect for sharing. What You’ll Need: 2 cups of shredded red cabbage (ask an adult to
Warm and Sweet Red Cabbage Stir-Fry Llegeix més »
Students have taken home every Swiss chard plant we have grown as a reward for keeping the school garden beautiful and healthy. Now, it’s time to enjoy the fruits of their hard work! SWISS CHARD STIR-FRY Ingredients: 1 bunch Swiss chard, washed and chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon soy sauce 1 teaspoon sesame
A Delicious Reward: A Swiss Chard Recipe Llegeix més »
Have you ever played hide-and-seek? It’s a fun game where you try to hide from others. Well, animals play a similar game in nature, but it’s not just for fun! They do it to survive. What is Mimicry? Mimicry is a special skill that some animals have. It’s like wearing a disguise to trick other
Amazing Animal Tricks: Blending In! Llegeix més »
At our school, we have a garden where we not only take care of plants but also learn lots of interesting things! We do a variety of activities that help us understand the world of plants and why they are so important. Some of our activities are theoretical, which means we learn important concepts and
Our School Garden: Learning and Having Fun Llegeix més »
Did you know that plants have a special way of fighting back when bugs eat their leaves? It’s called compensatory growth, which means the plant works extra hard to grow new leaves to replace the ones it lost. Here’s how it works: When a pest takes a bite out of a leaf, the plant notices
How Plants Fight Back: Growing New Leaves! Llegeix més »
Last week, we celebrated the fruits of our labour by harvesting our delicious garden vegetables. Now, it’s time to turn those fresh, homegrown goodies into mouthwatering meals! Today, we’re focusing on two nutrient-rich leafy green: lettuce and escarole. These adaptable greens are packed with essential vitamins and minerals, and they’re incredibly easy to prepare. Here
Get Ready to Cook! Llegeix més »
