From classrooms to college campuses, there are more than 7,500 Tower Gardens being used by teachers in the United States alone. In fact, Tower Gardens can be found in schools in 49 out of 50 states. Each year, more teachers and parents are turning to Tower Garden to support the educational journeys of children around the globe.
From science to agriculture, Tower Garden can be used by teachers to help explain how complex subjects can be applied in the real world. Tower Garden has become known for its effectiveness in the classroom--to the point where there are even CCSS and NGSS-aligned lesson plans that are centered around the aeroponic garden. However, there are teachable moments that come from growing with Tower Garden that can be applied to all facets of life.
Being able to set a plan and stick to it is an essential skill for kids to learn early on and is crucial to their academic advancement. When we plan, we’re essentially creating a strategy for how we expect to achieve our goals. Learning these skills early on helps children think about tasks for themselves before attempting them, allowing young learners to visualize success rather than just hoping for the best.
While planning is important, it’s equally important to understand that we can’t plan for everything. As kids grow up, there will be times that call for them to think on their feet and take action as problems arise. Teaching children not to panic when things don’t go to plan, helping them find clarity, and allowing them to come up with a solution is a great way to develop key problem-solving skills.
While growing produce with Tower Garden typically takes up to three times less time than traditional growing methods, some crops may still take a few weeks before they are ready to be harvested. On the bright side, however, harvests are also up to three times bigger. Showing your little ones that good things come to those who wait, and showing them how big and tall the crops can grow in the meantime, will make them appreciate the wait even more.
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