HYDROPONICS
Description
In this lesson, participants will learn about the life cycle of plants in a hydroponic system and investigate the importance of nutrients for plant growth at various stages of development. Participants will discover how plants grow without soil by seed starting/transplanting/harvesting and observing plants in a hydroponic system. Lessons are grade appropriate (K-8) and will take place in the greenhouse. This lesson will be customized to meet the specific needs and interests of each group.
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
Biology, Nutrition, Agriculture, Water Testing, Conservation, Sustainability
Capacity
30 students
Duration
180 min.
Activity
Field Trip
Grades
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, K, Preschool