Flora
– interesting plant life like the Venus flytrap and Lambs ear
(tactile).
Distinguishing
between poisonousand
non-poisonous plants.
Fauna
– discovering insects and their role in the garden eg: ant/worm
farms.
The role we have as humans to recycle
and keep the planet clean.
Personal
growth:
Gardening
is an exciting and engaging activity
for children.
They
learn through practical exploration,
experimentation and nurturing.
Nurturing
teachesresponsibility,
they have to maintain (weed) and water their vegetable garden.
The
reward for harvesting
ones own vegetables is priceless.
Lessons
are taught in a group, providing opportunities for children to practise
communication skills and work closely with others
to achieve a common goal (team work).
Tending
to plants helps children develop patience,
responsibility and
self confidence.
Gardening
encourages them to explore their senses:
smell, taste, touch and sight.
Builds
gross and fine
motor skills.
Can
decrease stress.
Gardening
can develop into job skills
later in life.
Creative
and aesthetic development:
Beingcreative using elements
from nature, like leaves and seed pods etc….