Objective
By the end of this lesson, Wolves will learn about gardening by deciding on plants, planting them, weeding the garden, and harvesting the plants.
Materials and Prep
- Seeds or seedlings of various plants
- Small gardening tools (e.g., shovel, watering can)
- Garden space or pots for planting
- Water source
- Knowledge of basic plant care
Activities
- Deciding Plants: Wolves can research different plants and choose which ones they want to grow in their garden. They can consider flowers, vegetables, or herbs.
- Planting Plants: Wolves can plant the chosen seeds or seedlings in the garden or pots, following instructions on planting depth and spacing.
- Weeding: Wolves can learn to identify weeds and remove them from the garden to help their plants grow better.
- Harvesting: Wolves can observe and wait for their plants to grow and eventually harvest the fruits, flowers, or vegetables they have grown.
Talking Points
- Plants Need Care: "Plants are living things just like us. They need sunlight, water, and soil to grow big and strong."
- Weeds are Unwanted: "Weeds are like plant bullies. They take up space and nutrients that our plants need to grow. Let's help our plants by removing the weeds."
- Patience is Key: "Plants don't grow overnight. It takes time and care for them to grow big and produce flowers or fruits. Let's be patient and watch them grow."
- Harvesting is Rewarding: "When our plants are ready, we can harvest them. It's like a treasure hunt in our own garden! Let's enjoy the fruits of our hard work."