FREE Lesson Plan: Exploring a Vegetable Garden
Inspire Young Minds with Hands-On Gardening Fun!
Looking for a creative, engaging way to introduce kids to nature and healthy eating? Our FREE lesson plan, Exploring a Vegetable Garden, is designed for early learners to spark curiosity and connection with the natural world!
This resource includes:
✅ Interactive Planting Activities – Watch seeds grow with hands-on experiments!
✅ Observation Journals – A simple, engaging way for kids to track plant changes.
✅ Garden Art & Creativity – Fun projects like strawberry rock painting and custom plant markers.
✅ Storytime in the Garden – Book recommendations that bring nature to life!
✅ Harvest Celebration – Kids will experience the joy of growing their own food.
Perfect for teachers, homeschoolers, and parents looking to bring the magic of gardening into the classroom or backyard!
📥 Download it now for free and start planting the seeds of discovery!
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This Exploring a Vegetable Garden lesson plan aligns with key learning expectations for Preschool, JK, and SK within the Ontario Kindergarten Program, supporting:
✅ Science & Inquiry – Observing plant growth, predicting outcomes, and engaging in hands-on exploration of living things.
✅ Environmental Awareness – Understanding the importance of nature, sustainable food sources, and care for living things.
✅ Health & Well-Being – Encouraging healthy eating habits, sensory exploration, and outdoor movement.
✅ Creative Expression – Integrating storytelling, art, and imaginative play within garden-based learning.
✅ Social & Emotional Growth – Fostering teamwork, patience, and responsibility through collaborative gardening activities.
This resource supports play-based learning while meeting curriculum expectations in science, social development, and creative arts—making it a perfect addition to early childhood education!
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printable letter-size PDF
9 pages
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Preschool
Kindergarten (JK / SK)