Grow your own food (non-statutory - Climate Change & Sustainability)
I can explain that plants are often grown as food, as part of a healthy diet.
Grow your own food (non-statutory - Climate Change & Sustainability)
I can explain that plants are often grown as food, as part of a healthy diet.
These resources will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- Many plants form part of a healthy diet.
- Often plants are grown as crops for people to eat.
- Some crops can be grown locally, including in gardens and school grounds.
- Sustainable crop growth occurs when a farmer or gardener makes sure that the soil and plants are cared for.
- Sustainable crops in the UK include wheat, fruit, potatoes and other vegetables.
Keywords
Sustainable - Sustainable means using things in a way that doesn't use them up or harm the environment, so they can be used again in the future.
Plant - A plant is a living thing that often has roots, stem and leaves.
Crop - A crop is a plant that is grown to be sold, often as food.
Healthy diet - A healthy diet is all the foods that we need to keep us well.
Locally - A plant that grows locally is in the area where you live.
Common misconception
Pupils may think that all food comes from shops. Pupils may think that all plants are edible.
Clear examples showing edible plants in their natural habitats. Warning that some plants can be harmful if ingested.
Equipment
Content guidance
- Risk assessment required - equipment
- Exploration of objects
Supervision
Adult supervision required
Licence
This content is © Oak National Academy Limited (2024), licensed on Open Government Licence version 3.0 except where otherwise stated. See Oak's terms & conditions (Collection 2).
Lesson video
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Starter quiz
6 Questions
Exit quiz
6 Questions
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