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Golden Thumbs Up: Growing golden brinjals in the School Yard



At Sheffield, we maintain a vibrant garden where we encourage children to cultivate their own vegetables and fruits as a key part of their educational journey. In this picture, you can see a brinjal that our students have proudly grown right here at school.


Learning Opportunities from Gardening in a School Setting:

  1. Scientific Learning
  2. Mathematical Skills
  3. Physical Activity
  4. Social Skills and Creativity

Scientific Learning

In the school garden, students observe the life cycle of plants firsthand, discovering how environmental factors affect growth. This real world science lab enhances their understanding of concepts like photosynthesis and ecosystem interactions. It’s a hands on way to bring the textbook to life, making complex ideas more tangible and engaging.


Mathematical Skills

Gardening integrates math through practical tasks such as measuring plant growth and calculating soil volumes. These activities reinforce arithmetic in real world scenarios, helping students connect classroom lessons to practical outcomes. It’s an engaging way to apply numbers and operations outside of a traditional setting.


Physical Activity

Gardening offers a form of physical exercise that enhances motor skills, coordination, and overall physical health. Activities like digging and planting require both strength and finesse, helping to develop fine and gross motor abilities. This promotes a healthy lifestyle and encourages students to enjoy the outdoors.


Social Skills and Creativity

Working in a garden requires teamwork, communication, and problem solving, which are crucial social skills. Students collaborate on tasks, share tools and space, and collectively tackle challenges like pest control. Gardening also allows for creative expression in designing and planning garden spaces, making it a nurturing ground for innovation and creativity.









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