Christopher, Kaci Rae, 1989-

The school garden curriculum : an integrated K-8 guide for discovering science, ecology, and whole-systems thinking / Kaci Rae Christopher. - xi, 309 pages, 8 unnumbered pages of plates : illustrations (some color) ; 26 cm.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Introduction : Where permaculture and science meet -- Kindergarten : an introduction to gardening -- First grade - grade one : seeds -- Second grade - grade two : pollinators and cycles -- Third grade - grade three : becoming soil scientists -- Fourth grade - grade four : vermicomposting -- Fifth grade - grade five : composting -- Sixth grade - grade six : rain gardens -- Leadership and stewardship -- Seventh grade - grade seven : renewable resources -- Eighth grade - grade eight : leadership and stewardship.

"The School Garden Curriculum provides an integrated K-8 framework and over 200 weekly lessons that weave science, permaculture, and environmental education into place-based, immersive learning. For teachers aiming to blend science and life skills while inspiring environmental stewardship."--

ISBN: 9780865719057 0865719055

Subjects--Topical Terms:
Environmental education--Activity programs.
Gardening--Study and teaching (Elementary)
Science--Study and teaching (Elementary)
Ecology--Study and teaching (Elementary)
Place-based education.

LC Class. No.: GE77 / .C57 2019 GE77 / .C57 2019

Dewey Class. No.: 372.3/57044