Groups may work on different tasks at the same time. Research groups, garden groups, herbal medicine, and games could be set up in different areas of the classroom. Initially, all students will need an opportunity to research the basic information about herbal medicines and the remedies associated with them. As the need for more specific information increases, the groups may want to designate researchers to find the answers to very specific questions that arise. The teacher should attempt to provide classroom resources such a garden books, trays, soil, seeds, and other supplies.
Parents are excellent sources for borrowing items needed to set up a garden.
Be certain to have students label all tools and equipment borrowed. Provide time for each garden group to meet and discuss tasks, clarifying specific questions with the teacher. Groups should begin to brainstorm and discuss available resources. Some students may have access to plants and gardening materials from home. The students will collect their research information in a portfolio to be checked periodically by the teacher.