The phrase embodies both excellence and equity. The science content standards outline what students should know, understand and be able to do in the natural sciences over the course of K-12 education.
Gardens provide the perfect setting for long term observation and investigation.
Students can observe, describe, classify, compare, contrast, measure, record changes, predict outcomes, plan experiements, gather data, analyze, and take risks in a safe environment. Teaching science in the garden provides teachers with the opportunity to develop student ability and to enrich student understanding of science. Cathy Neal Office Automation Specialist, Sr.