🐭 How Can We Protect Our Plants from Mice & Rats in the Garden? What happens when a group of determined fifth graders take on a garden crisis? They form a team, research solutions, and get to work—just like real scientists and problem solvers! From “Smarter than Mice” to “Mice Busters” Our garden has been […]
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Whenever I see the welcome sign in the garden, I remember the members of the RJL Fix-it Club, a group of fifth graders who worked together to fix garden items last year. I also feel a sense of regret, realizing that I could have done more to help them reach their full potential. This experience
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Nature Walk & Photograph Taking A Nature Walk is enjoyable but becomes even more thrilling and inspiring when paired with a photo competition. The act of taking photographs encourages learners to discover and appreciate the beauty that surrounds them in nature. Photo Competition Some learners may not enjoy competitions, but it is helpful to view
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Nature Walk What makes acorns so fascinating to children? I still remember a beautiful autumn day from my elementary school years in Japan. We walked to the forest and spent the entire day there, discovering countless acorns. It was a wonderful experience. I want our learners to become familiar with the nature that surrounds them.
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Engaging children in gardening activities can profoundly impact their self-confidence and overall development. One gardening activity I found particularly effective in boosting self-confidence is pulling cilantro from the roots. You might think it is trivial, but this simple task helps children feel a sense of accomplishment and teaches them important skills. I believe it is
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Our elementary school learners recently showcased their entrepreneurial skills by hosting a farmers market at the school. This hands-on project allowed our learners to apply their knowledge from various subjects while raising funds for their school garden. Cross-Subject Learning The Farmers Market was an engaging and creative project incorporating various subjects such as math, art,
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