Examining the jobs of three different plant parts - roots, stems, and leaves - helps students to understand that all plants need the same fundamental resources: sun, soil, water, and air.

Students dig into dirt and discover the secrets of the intricate ecosystem living beneath their feet. After discovering soil’s components, students take the next steps to become stewards of the soil.

Examining the diversity of pollinators in the garden and their role in the ecosystem provides an excellent opportunity for students to learn about the mechanisms of adaptation.

Exploring plant and animal habitats helps students learn more about the diversity of life in the garden.