Aquaponics and Plants Lesson

Created by Teacher(s): Elaine Makarevich|Published on: May 5, 2022
Lesson Plan Grades k-2 Created by New Jersey Climate Education Hub teachers

Synopsis

This lesson introduces students to the benefits of an aquaponics system, especially in areas where clean soil and water are scarce. 

 

Step 1 - Inquire: Students answer questions about what plants need to grow and make predictions about what an aquaponics system is.

 

Step 2 - Investigate: Students learn about aquaponics systems by watching videos and having a discussion.

 

Step 3 - Inspire: Students set up their aquaponics system in the classroom and create journals for recording predictions and observations.

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Subjects: Biology
Duration: 1 hour
Region: North America, USA - Northeast, United States, New Jersey
Posted on May 05, 2022

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