Sustainable Gardening and Urban Farming
Teaches advanced gardening techniques with a sustainability focus.
Description : Through practical projects, research-based learning, and hands-on activities, students explore organic gardening, urban farming practices, and sustainable agriculture, emphasizing environmental stewardship and innovative urban food production.
Category : LifeSkills
Age : 12+
Difficulty Level : Normal
Curriculum :
Module 1: Introduction to Sustainable Gardening and Urban Farming Section 1: Understanding Sustainability in Gardening Lesson 1: What is Sustainability? Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 1: What is Sustainability? Lesson 2: The Role of Environmental Stewardship Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 2: The Role of Environmental Stewardship Section 2: Fundamentals of Organic Gardening Lesson 1: Organic Gardening Defined Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 1: Organic Gardening Defined Lesson 2: Benefits of Organic Practices Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 2: Benefits of Organic Practices Section 3: Basics of Urban Farming Lesson 1: Urban Farming Overview Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 1: Urban Farming Overview Lesson 2: Comparing Urban and Rural Farming Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 2: Comparing Urban and Rural Farming Section 4: Essential Gardening Tools and Materials Lesson 1: Introduction to Gardening Tools Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 1: Introduction to Gardening Tools Lesson 2: Basic Materials and Their Uses Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 2: Basic Materials and Their Uses Section 5: Planning Your First Garden Lesson 1: Garden Design Basics Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 1: Garden Design Basics Lesson 2: Creating a Sustainable Garden Plan Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 2: Creating a Sustainable Garden Plan Module 2: Plant Biology and Soil Management Section 1: Plant Life Basics Lesson 1: Understanding Plant Parts and Functions Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 1: Understanding Plant Parts and Functions Lesson 2: How Plants Grow and Thrive Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 2: How Plants Grow and Thrive Section 2: Soil Composition Fundamentals Lesson 1: What Makes Up Healthy Soil? Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 1: What Makes Up Healthy Soil? Lesson 2: Testing and Improving Soil Quality Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 2: Testing and Improving Soil Quality Section 3: Composting Essentials Lesson 1: Basics of Composting Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 1: Basics of Composting Lesson 2: Creating and Maintaining a Compost Pile Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 2: Creating and Maintaining a Compost Pile Section 4: Watering and Irrigation Techniques Lesson 1: Watering Strategies for Healthy Gardens Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 1: Watering Strategies for Healthy Gardens Lesson 2: Introduction to Simple Irrigation Systems Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 2: Introduction to Simple Irrigation Systems Section 5: Nutrient Management Lesson 1: Natural Fertilizers and Their Uses Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 1: Natural Fertilizers and Their Uses Lesson 2: Balancing Nutrients in Your Garden Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 2: Balancing Nutrients in Your Garden Module 3: Growing and Caring for Plants Section 1: Planting Techniques Lesson 1: Seed Selection and Preparation Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 1: Seed Selection and Preparation Lesson 2: Proper Planting Methods Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 2: Proper Planting Methods Section 2: Watering Practices Lesson 1: Best Practices for Daily Watering Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 1: Best Practices for Daily Watering Lesson 2: Adjusting Watering for Weather Conditions Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 2: Adjusting Watering for Weather Conditions Section 3: Pruning and Weeding Lesson 1: Basic Pruning Techniques Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 1: Basic Pruning Techniques Lesson 2: Effective Weeding Strategies Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 2: Effective Weeding Strategies Section 4: Pest Management Fundamentals Lesson 1: Identifying Common Garden Pests Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 1: Identifying Common Garden Pests Lesson 2: Natural Pest Control Methods Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 2: Natural Pest Control Methods Section 5: Seasonal Care Basics Lesson 1: Preparing Your Garden for Seasonal Changes Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 1: Preparing Your Garden for Seasonal Changes Lesson 2: Seasonal Maintenance and Harvesting Tips Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 2: Seasonal Maintenance and Harvesting Tips Module 4: Urban Farming Techniques and Innovations Section 1: Container Gardening Lesson 1: Getting Started with Container Gardening Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 1: Getting Started with Container Gardening Lesson 2: Choosing Containers and Soil for Success Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 2: Choosing Containers and Soil for Success Section 2: Vertical Gardening Lesson 1: Introduction to Vertical Gardening Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 1: Introduction to Vertical Gardening Lesson 2: Setting Up a Vertical Garden Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 2: Setting Up a Vertical Garden Section 3: Hydroponics Introduction Lesson 1: The Basics of Hydroponic Systems Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 1: The Basics of Hydroponic Systems Lesson 2: Simple Hydroponic Setups for Beginners Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 2: Simple Hydroponic Setups for Beginners Section 4: Rooftop and Balcony Gardening Lesson 1: Planning a Rooftop Garden Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 1: Planning a Rooftop Garden Lesson 2: Managing Limited Space for Urban Farming Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 2: Managing Limited Space for Urban Farming Section 5: Community Gardening Projects Lesson 1: Benefits of Community Gardens Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 1: Benefits of Community Gardens Lesson 2: Planning and Starting a Community Garden Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 2: Planning and Starting a Community Garden Module 5: Sustainable Practices and Future Projects Section 1: Eco-Friendly Practices in Gardening Lesson 1: Reducing Waste and Going Green Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 1: Reducing Waste and Going Green Lesson 2: Incorporating Renewable Resources Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 2: Incorporating Renewable Resources Section 2: Recycling and Reusing in the Garden Lesson 1: Upcycling Materials for Garden Use Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 1: Upcycling Materials for Garden Use Lesson 2: DIY Projects with Recycled Goods Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 2: DIY Projects with Recycled Goods Section 3: Energy Conservation in Urban Farming Lesson 1: Energy-Saving Techniques for Garden Operations Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 1: Energy-Saving Techniques for Garden Operations Lesson 2: Solar Energy Options for Urban Farms Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 2: Solar Energy Options for Urban Farms Section 4: Budget-Friendly Urban Farming Lesson 1: Cost-Effective Gardening Techniques Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 1: Cost-Effective Gardening Techniques Lesson 2: Finding Low-Cost Resources and Materials Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 2: Finding Low-Cost Resources and Materials Section 5: Final Project Planning and Reflection Lesson 1: Designing Your Own Sustainable Garden Project Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 1: Designing Your Own Sustainable Garden Project Lesson 2: Reflecting on Lessons Learned and Future Steps Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 2: Reflecting on Lessons Learned and Future Steps