We have started a new programme at Freemans Bay School. We are now part of the Stephanie Alexander Garden to Table programme. This programme gives students hands on experience of growing produce, cooking and sharing the food they harvest.
This term our Year 1 and Year 2 students have a teaching unit called "Garden to Pizza".
They are growing food that they can utilise for pizza toppings and will have a harvest celebration pizza party, once the food is ready to be harvested.
This Photo-peach presentation demonstrates progress so far.
The Garden to Table programme enriches our curriculum. It is fun, involves creative thinking, life skills and encompasses learning areas such as measurement, science, social studies, health and techology. The students have to use a range of habits of mind to solve problems and work together to achieve their garden. These include, persistence, thinking creatively, managing impulsivity and working together. The Garden to Table project provides an authentic setting for learning to happen. It is exciting, motivating and fun!
The launch of the garden was a success. We had help from parents, teachers and volunteers. Our first student garden has commenced ready for Spring growing of plants. We look forward to our students experiencing their first harvest and sharing of food with our school community.
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