Language Arts

Occidental Arts and Ecology Center: A Handful of Seeds (2-6)

February 10, 2026

13 seed saving lessons integrating math, science, history, and language arts. Interdisciplinary approach for grades 2-6, aligned with California Educational Standards.

Oregon State University: Food for Thought

February 10, 2026

20 free lessons exploring food production and food-related issues like hunger, GMOs, and nutrition education. Interdisciplinary approach covering social studies, science, and language arts.

Plants to the Rescue (6-8)

February 10, 2026

Five lessons exploring plants as problem solvers for grades 6-8. Includes digital learning tools, interactive games, and hands-on activities covering plant hybrids, environmental solutions, and healthy ecosystems. Features science and ELA integration.

Life Lab (K-8)

February 10, 2026

Free downloadable lessons and professional development workshops for grades K-8. Experiential learning approach based on Common Core and NGSS with environmental literacy focus.

California Department of Education: Nutrition to Grow On (4-6)

February 10, 2026

Nine interdisciplinary lessons integrating garden activities with nutrition, science, and language arts. Designed for grades 4-6, aligned with California academic standards.

Eat Think Grow (K-5)

March 6, 2025

Seasonal thematic units building K-5 skills over several years, with 3-6 lessons per season aligned to Oregon State and Common Core standards in math, literacy, and science.

FoodCorps Lessons (K-5)

March 6, 2025

96 hands-on lessons for K-5, tied to national standards, covering themes like healthy food, social emotional learning, and place-based education.

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