The Farmer in the Lab

Introduce students in grades 3-5 to the exciting world of agriscience with an investigation into where their food comes from with 10 lesson plans from NSTA and Corteva Agriscience! Start with soil and soil health, move on to a basic understanding of seeds and seed science, then explore how farmers use STEM to assist them in their work, make connections between agriculture and the food we eat, and finally, learn the importance of a balanced diet. The collection of lessons also includes a brief discussion of food safety in the classroom, as well as targeted objectives for each theme.