ART MEETS SCIENCE: SEED MOSAICS/THE LIFE OF A SEED
Description
Students will learn about the role of seeds in the life cycle of plants. They will engage in seed collection, compare and contrast methods of seed dispersal, and start seeds in the greenhouse. Students will also observe, compare and contrast shapes, colors and textures of seeds found on the farm and use them to create mosaics.
Offered At
The Carol Pino Learning Farm
ABOUT
The Carol Pino Learning Farm is a NYC DOE 1.5+ acre outdoor classroom where visitors can experience innovative educational programs that celebrate agriculture in an urban ecosystem.
The farm is open year round hosting programs in the Winter, Spring, Summer and Fall.
VISIT WITH A CLASS OR GROUP
We offer field trips in the Farm and Greenhouse giving groups the opportunity to plant, water, harvest, and cook the Farm's diverse offerings of fruits, herbs, and vegetables year round.
We invite you to learn about Seed Starting and Hydroponics in our Greenhouse, visit the worms in our Worm Farms, experience life on the Farm by engaging in planting/watering/harvesting, explore our Sensory Garden, Blueberry Ramble and Apple Orchard, spend time enjoying the many scents of the Herb Garden, and so much more!
Please see the program descriptions below to register today!
NOTE: Maximum student group size is 30 students for General ed/ICT classes. 12 students for 12-1 classes.
Student groups are required to have 1 adult chaperone for every 10 students.
Maximum adult group size is 30 participants.
COST
The field trip registration fee is $125.00 per group visit.
Details
Subjects
Patterns, Science, Nutrition, Art, Visual Arts
Capacity
30 students
Duration
180 min.
Activity
Field Trip
Grades
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, K, Preschool