Riot in the Garden - fun-filled farm science (2-4)
Overview
| Program Description: |
All ages are invited to laugh and learn as we get down and earthy, celebrating the joys of gardening in interactive song, comedy, and story. Animal helpers / puppets include: worm, ladybug, spider, b... Read more
All ages are invited to laugh and learn as we get down and earthy, celebrating the joys of gardening in interactive song, comedy, and story. Animal helpers / puppets include: worm, ladybug, spider, bee. The program will not only engage and delight students, but give them a fertile foundation of plant science and gardening know-how. A lot of ground is covered, learning about: germination, photosynthesis, pollination, seed saving, composting, soil science, nutrition and more...
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| Available to Grade(s): |
2, 3, 4 |
Logistics
| Program Format: |
In-School Performance |
| Program Format Details: |
Program intended for the entire grade level to experience together. |
| Cost Per Student: |
$10 |
| Number of Visits: |
1 |
| Length of Visit: |
45 minutes |
| Availability: |
All year |
Requirements
| Length Info: |
Program can easily be adjusted to whatever length desired, 30 - 50 minutes. |
| Program Requires Prior Meeting: |
no |
| Materials Arts Provider Provides: |
a sound system for large groups; a teacher guide for follow-up. |
| Materials School Provides: |
A rectangular table (a standard 5-6' folding table is ideal). No other materials are needed. The teacher need not do anything other than enjoy the presentation and participate along with the children... Read more
A rectangular table (a standard 5-6' folding table is ideal). No other materials are needed. The teacher need not do anything other than enjoy the presentation and participate along with the children. All of the participation is adult-friendly, i.e. nothing is difficult or embarrassing to do.
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| Space: |
Open space with area for a stage with seating for up an audience of 150. |
| Space and/or Set Up Requirements for Program: |
access to quiet performing space 15 minutes prior to program |
Learning Standards
| Curriculum Focus: |
Science |
| Common Core Standard: |
Grade 3 Interdependent Relationships in Ecosystems |
| Art Form: |
Music |
| Core Art Standard: |
Responding Anchor Standard 7: Perceive and analyze artistic work |
| Program Learning Targets: |
Students will watch songs and stories which teach about many aspects of gardening. Students will sing-along and move-along throughout the show. Students will also learn about beneficial insects, com... Read more
Students will watch songs and stories which teach about many aspects of gardening. Students will sing-along and move-along throughout the show. Students will also learn about beneficial insects, composting, harvest, and healthy eating. Students will learn and remember many fun songs!
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| Wit & Wisdom Connection: |
Grade 2 Module 4: Good Eating |
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