Growing Plants Where They Can't Normally Grow: An Exploration of Hydroponic Gardening
by Lisa Bell
Students will have the opportunity to discuss growing conditions needed for a healthy plant and what to do when the optimal choice may not be available. In this lesson students construct hydroponic plant stations. They will document growth over time. Students create meaningful real-life connections in this fun and engaging lesson!
Lesson Grade Level
3rd GradeLesson Plan Link/URL
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/13S0XHjvP8ThxJ3xzo8ADIAsaTzuechzJ/edit?u…Subject Area
Science Life Science L1: Cells L2: Organisms & Energy Mathematics Measurement and Data (MD) English Language Arts (ELA) Reading (Informational Text) Writing Speaking & Listening
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