Course Name: Gardening and Food Growing Venue: Risley Avenue Primary School Days: Tuesday 12-3pm /Autumn 2016 Days: Thursday Winter/ Spring/ Summer 2017 Autumn/ winter 2016 Session Date Outline work to be covered /tasks and topic areas Learning Outcomes 1 13/09/2016 YR1 Sowed spinach indoors and rocket outdoors YR2 - YR6 Gardening maintenance Pupils explored different techniques of seeds sowing. In trays, indoors and broadcast outdoors. Pupils took part in practical activities, watering the plants and weeding the growing beds. Pupils discussed the importance of water in the growth and health of plants. 2 20/09/2016 Session cancelled 3 27/09/2016 Session cancelled 4 4/10/2016 YR I Insects/ Biodiversity and habitats YR2 - YR6 Garden care 1 Pupils observed black flies habitat found in the climbing bean crop. We discussed and explored insects that feed on black flies. Pupils were asked to find ladybugs, explore and discuss the different stages of life (larvae, pupal/junior and adult). Questions asked by the pupils: How long does a ladybug live for? Why are ladybugs red? Why do they have wings? Why are the ladybug larvae white? Pupils were asked to research this questions and present answer at the following session. Pupils used magnifying glasses to investigate the different stages of life. The ladybugs were released onto the climbing bean crop to feed on the black flies. We discussed the different insects and their habitats. Yr 1 shared information on why worms are important for soil and plants. YR2 - YR6 Garden care.
5 11/10/2016 YR1 YR2 Harvest (Autumn/ Winter Crops) YR3 Seed investigation YR3-YR6 General garden care YR3- YR6 Lunch club Recap lesson 4 and present answers to the question asked on previous lesson (e.g. How long do ladybugs live for? Answer: up to 1yr). Pupils learnt about different seasons. Topics discussed: What is Harvest? Pupils sang the harvest song celebrating the season! What happens in autumn? Pupils shared, the leaves fall off the trees and change colours to vibrant orange, red and brown. The garden goes to sleep. Pupils discussed and explored different crops harvested in autumn. Pupils designed and decorated harvest boxes to showcase the crops at the harvest assembly. General garden care. 6 18/10/2016 YR 1 Seed germination YR 2 Compost and micro life YR3-YR6 General garden care YR3 YR6 Lunch club Recap lesson 5. Pupils gained knowledge of and investigated the different shapes and size of seeds and bulbs. Pupils explored where seeds are found in plants and the cycle of plant life from seed to flower. Pupils were encouraged to investigate plant structure. We discussed the process of germination, learning about the importance of light, temperature, sun and water. Pupils compared seed germination to the process of growth in humans. Pupils gained practical knowledge and explored the materials that make up compost/dirt. What are green and browns? What are the conditions required to create healthy compost i.e. Moisture, consistency, temperature and air. Pupils investigated micro life (worms, beetles, etc) that live under the surface and support the decomposition of the materials that create well balanced nutrient rich compost. 2
7 1/11/2016 YR1 Sowed broad beans YR2 Fed raised beds with own made compost YR4 YR5 Planted garlic bulbs YR3-YR6 General garden care YR3 YR6 Lunch club Recap session 6. Pupils sowed broad beans in trays indoors and planted garlic bulbs in beds 4 and 5 outdoors. Pupils fed the raised beds with compost that they made in previous lessons and added grass clippings to the compost heap as an activator. Pupils discussed plant food and the nutrients necessary for healthy plant and soil life. Pupils explored micro life and discussed the importance of the earthworm s population in soil. 8 8/11/2016 YR1 YR2 Sowed broad beans and spinach YR3 YR4 Planted more onion bulbs YR5 YR6 General garden care YR3 - YR6 Lunch club Recap lesson 7. Pupils sowed broad beans and spinach indoors in trays. Pupils actively prepared a raised bed before planting garlic and onion bulbs, feeding it with compost; raking in it to a thinner tilt and consolidating it. Pupils made up a song whilst undertaking the activity, called dab the earth! Pupils gained knowledge and discussed plant structure (roots, shoots and leaves) describing the process of photosynthesis and why leaves are green. At the end of the session we shared a fact about onions. They support the human body to fight against colds! 3
9 15/11/2016 YR1-2 Seed germination YR3-YR6 General garden care YR3-YR6 Lunch club Recap lesson 8. Pupils explored and gained knowledge of the different methods used in seed germination. Pupils examined chocho and peas as a fruit and seed embryo. Pupils sowed pre-germinated peas in modules, indoors. 10 22/11/2016 YR1 Plant mustard leaves YR2 Protect our seedlings YR6 Planted garlic bulbs YR3-YR4 YR6 General garden care YR3 YR6 Lunch club Recap lesson 9. Pupils planted harden off (process of condition adjustment, where seedlings are put out in the morning and brought back indoors later on the day, repeating for up to 10 days before planting in final location) mustard leaves onto bed 3. Pupils gained practical knowledge of the correct method for removing seedlings from trays and transplanting onto the growing beds. Pupils measured and correctly marked spaced wholes and planted garlic in growing bed 6. Pupils made cloches from plastic bottles to protect mustard seedlings from frost and pests. 4
11 29/11/2016 YR1 Planting raspberry cuttings Yr2 Prune and feed fruit trees YR3 YR4 Plant out kale seedlings YR5 YR6 Protect beds with netting YR3 - YR6 Lunch club 12 6/12/2016 Session cancelled 13 13/12/2016 YR1 Sowed sweet peas flowers and broad beans seeds YR2 YR3 Organised and cleared compost pile YR4 YR5 Fed compost heap YR6 Filled beds on outdoor classroom YR3-YR6 Lunch club General garden care Recap lesson 10. Pupils gained practical experience in transplanting raspberry cuttings onto pots. Pupils pruned fruits trees and gained understanding of why some crops benefit from pruning to encourage new growth. Pupils gained practical experience and understanding on the importance in feeding fruit trees. Why is it important to feed plants with compost to support healthy plant life? Pupils transplanted kale seedlings from modules onto planters. Activities to support the tasks included dividing Yr 1T into 3 groups. Group 1 tty, group 2 the racers and group 3 the birds. Pupils also briefly discussed and investigated the potato root system and plant growth. Recap lesson 11. Pupils took part in practical activities and sowed sweet peas flowers in trays and broad beans in plastic boxes, indoors. Pupils gained practical experience in clearing the compost pile by removing leaves and placing them aside to create leaf mould. Pupils covered compost heap with tapeline to encourage micro life, protecting it from the elements and seed dispersion. Pupils added materials such as cardboard, leaves and grass clippings to the compost heap. Pupils watered trays indoors and beds outdoors. Christmas Half term 5
Winter 2017 Session Date Outline work to be covered /tasks and topic areas Activities and Learning Outcomes 14 19/01/2017 YR1 Seedling care YR2 Sowed flowers seeds YR-YR6 General garden 15 26/01/2017 YR1 - YR5 Planted out seedlings YR6 Sowed flowers seeds Pupils gained practical knowledge and understanding of the process of harding off peas, broad beans, kale, coriander, spinach and calaloo seedlings. Pupils took part in a discussion about the process of harding off (period of temperature adjustment). Pupils sowed sweet peas and calendula flower seeds. Recap lesson 16 Pupils sowed calendula and morning glory seeds. Pupils took part in garden maintenance activities. 16 2/02/2017 YR1 YR6 Compost care and general garden care Recap lesson 15 Pupils gained practical knowledge and experience of do s and don ts in composting making and organic matter. 17 9/02/2017 YR1 YR6 Rain water collection and garden care Recap lesson 16 Pupils discussed and explored water collection and irrigation solutions and techniques. Pupils discussed and explored self-sustainability solutions and techniques. 6
16/02/2017 Half Term 18 23/02/2017 YR1- YR5 Plan your garden and choose your crops Recap lesson 17 Pupils gained knowledge in the process of planning and organising seeds and designated planting areas. Pupils gained knowledge and understanding of a planting schedules and irrigation rota. Pupils took part in practical seed sowing activity. Pupils direct sowed golden beetroots. 19 2/03/2017 YR1 YR6 Prepared growing space and seed sowing YR3 Tubers YR6 Direct sowed carrot seeds Recap lesson 18 Pupils gained practical experience in sowing indoors, broccoli, brussels sprouts, sweet corn, sweet pepper, hot pepper, tomatoes and lettuce. Pupils explored tuber planting technique. Pupils planted potatoes in bed. Pupils explored and discussed growing techniques involved related to root systems and vine shoots. Pupils gained knowledge of the nutritional properties tubers. Pupils gained practical experience in the preparation of soil for specific crops. Pupils direct sowed carrots in drills outdoors. 20 9/03/2017 YR1-YR6 Seed sowing Recap lesson 19 Pupils took part in practical seed sowing activities. Indoor seed sowing (sweet pepper) and broadcast seed sowing outdoors (wild flowers). 7
Spring 2017 Session Date Outline work to be covered /tasks and topic areas Activities and Learning Outcomes 21 16/03/2017 YR1 YR4 Seed sowing indoors YR5 Garden maintenance 22 23/03/2017 YR1 YR5 Seed sowing indoors and outdoors YR1 YR5 garden maintenance Recap lesson 20 Pupils took part in practical seed sowing activities indoors (French climbing beans and beetroots). Recap lesson 21 Pupils took part in practical seed sowing activities indoors (cabbage, broccoli, lettuce, peas, kale, sweet pepper, cucumber, sweet corn) and outdoors (French beans). 23 30/03/2017 YR1 YR5 Plant Sale Plant sale Raised 42 towards garden budget. Easter Half Term 8
Summer 2017 Session Date Outline work to be covered /tasks and topic areas Activities and Learning Outcomes 24 20/04/2017 YR1-YR6 Bed preparation and garden care Pupils gained knowledge and practical experience in, sieving the compost and filling raised beds in Junior playground. Pupils watered the crops. 25 27/04/2017 YR1-YR6 Planted out crops and general garden care Pupils took part in practical activities planting out sweet corn, pumpkin, strawberry runners in Main playground Pupils took part in practical activities watering and weeding the beds. 26 04/05/2017 YR1 Y3 Seedling care YR4 Thinned out carrots YR5 Harden off seedlings and general garden care Recap lesson 25 Pupils took part in practical activity, direct sowed golden Detroit beetroot seeds. Pupils explored crop care techniques, thinning out carrots seedlings. Pupils took part in practical gardening tasks, weeding, watering and general maintenance. 27 11/05/2017 YR1 YR6 Planting out seedlings and plant care Recap lesson 26 Pupils took part in practical activities planting out French climbing beans, cabbage, broccoli, lettuce, peas, kale and cucumber. Pupils gained practical knowledge and discussed the importance of feeding the crops. Pupils took part in practical gardening tasks, weeding, watering and general maintenance. 9
28 18/05/2017 YR1 - YR3 Transplanted seedlings YR4 YR5 Protect crops 29 25/05/2017 YR1 YR2 Seed sowing YR3 Earthing up potatoes YR4 YR5 Created pallet garden 30 08/06/2017 YR1 YR6 Maths in the garden YR1 - YR2 Plant and tree care Recap lesson 27 Pupils took part in practical activities, thinning out and transplant carrots. Pupils took part in practical in indoors seed sowing activities, courgettes. Pupils took part in a practical activity transplanted pumpkin seedlings into large growing mediums (pots). Pupils gained knowledge on the importance of protecting crops with netting and cloches from the elements and from pests. Pupils gained knowledge and understanding of the elements, weather, physical systems and society. Recap lesson 28 Pupils gained practical experience in earthing up potatoes. Pupils sowed sunflowers and tomatoes seeds for the Summer Fair Event. Pupils explored different garden designs and created a pallet garden. Pupils transplanted lettuce, sunflowers and tomatoes seedlings to pallet garden. Recap lesson 29 Pupils gained knowledge and took part in activities that supported Maths in the garden. Pupils measured French climbing beans and noted the height. Pupils took part in practical crop care activities and removed black flies from crops. Pupils gained knowledge and practical experience in tree care. Pupils took part in practical activity, transplanted French climbing beans and cucumbers seedlings onto growing beds. Pupils explored crop structural support methods. 10
31 15/06/2017 YR1 YR2 Making potting mix YR3 YR5 General garden care 32 22/06/2017 YR 3 Planting out seedlings YR1 - YR5 General garden care Recap lesson 30 Pupils gained knowledge and practical experience in, sieving the compost and making a potting mix. Pupils took part in a practical activity and transplanted cabbage outdoors and chillies in pots indoors. Pupils took part in practical gardening tasks, weeding, watering and general maintenance. Recap lesson 31 Pupils took part in a practical activity and planted out courgettes and beetroot seedlings. Pupils took part in practical gardening tasks, weeding, watering and general maintenance. 33 29/06/2017 YR1-YR6 Crop information Recap lesson 32 Pupils explored and discussed the different crops growing and created new information cards for each year bed. 34 06/07/2017 YR1-YR6 Morrison flower and plant donation Recap lesson 33 Pupils transplanted plants and flowers donated by Morrison s, in the garden. 11
35 13/07/2017 YR1-YR6 Crop care and garden maintenance Recap lesson 34 Pupils took part in repotting the plants onto lined planters. Pupils general garden activities, weeding, watering and plant care. 36 20/07/2017 YR1-YR6 End of Term Harvest Celebration and plant sale! Recap lesson 35 End of term celebration and plant sale. 12