Pumpkin Project with Social Studies, Math, and STEAM for Elementary Kids
Explore what it would be like to own your own pumpkin patch this fall season!
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Build a 3D pumpkin patch, research growing seasons, record data on a chart, sell your pumpkins at a market, and so much more.
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The combined 6 steps in this project creates a cross-curricular learning experience where students can dive into economics, social studies, life skills, homesteading, and basic math without even realizing it!
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By the end of the project, students will have a portfolio of information, including charts, research specific to their growing region, and a 3D pumpkin patch they can be proud of.
So whatβs included?
1 hands-on project
3 corresponding worksheets
2 reading/learning pages
How to Use and Supplies List
Student Guide for independent use
Answer Keys
Bonus Pumpkin Freebie
How to use in your classroom
For Pumpkin Week - Easily set up your elementary classroom around this project. With 6 unique steps that lead the student to "growing" their own pumpkin patch, you'll have plenty to do!
As a Cumulative Assessment - This is the easiest way to teach basic economics to elementary students. Use all 6 steps to assess what they've learned and give a grade.
Independent Project - Because of the included Student Guide, older elementary students can complete this project with minimal adult supervision.
Group Project - With separate steps and activities, students could easily split this up into different parts and create their own group pumpkin patch.
Science Fair Project - Looking for an economics-focused fair project? Try this one this fall!
Grab the full Pumpkin Life Cycle Art & Crafts Bundle here!
Please enjoy!
-Abbey Allen
ARTventurous Animals
Explore what it would be like to own your own pumpkin patch this fall season!
π
Build a 3D pumpkin patch, research growing seasons, record data on a chart, sell your pumpkins at a market, and so much more.
π
The combined 6 steps in this project creates a cross-curricular learning experience where students can dive into economics, social studies, life skills, homesteading, and basic math without even realizing it!
π
By the end of the project, students will have a portfolio of information, including charts, research specific to their growing region, and a 3D pumpkin patch they can be proud of.
So whatβs included?
1 hands-on project
3 corresponding worksheets
2 reading/learning pages
How to Use and Supplies List
Student Guide for independent use
Answer Keys
Bonus Pumpkin Freebie
How to use in your classroom
For Pumpkin Week - Easily set up your elementary classroom around this project. With 6 unique steps that lead the student to "growing" their own pumpkin patch, you'll have plenty to do!
As a Cumulative Assessment - This is the easiest way to teach basic economics to elementary students. Use all 6 steps to assess what they've learned and give a grade.
Independent Project - Because of the included Student Guide, older elementary students can complete this project with minimal adult supervision.
Group Project - With separate steps and activities, students could easily split this up into different parts and create their own group pumpkin patch.
Science Fair Project - Looking for an economics-focused fair project? Try this one this fall!
Grab the full Pumpkin Life Cycle Art & Crafts Bundle here!
Please enjoy!
-Abbey Allen
ARTventurous Animals
Explore what it would be like to own your own pumpkin patch this fall season!
π
Build a 3D pumpkin patch, research growing seasons, record data on a chart, sell your pumpkins at a market, and so much more.
π
The combined 6 steps in this project creates a cross-curricular learning experience where students can dive into economics, social studies, life skills, homesteading, and basic math without even realizing it!
π
By the end of the project, students will have a portfolio of information, including charts, research specific to their growing region, and a 3D pumpkin patch they can be proud of.
So whatβs included?
1 hands-on project
3 corresponding worksheets
2 reading/learning pages
How to Use and Supplies List
Student Guide for independent use
Answer Keys
Bonus Pumpkin Freebie
How to use in your classroom
For Pumpkin Week - Easily set up your elementary classroom around this project. With 6 unique steps that lead the student to "growing" their own pumpkin patch, you'll have plenty to do!
As a Cumulative Assessment - This is the easiest way to teach basic economics to elementary students. Use all 6 steps to assess what they've learned and give a grade.
Independent Project - Because of the included Student Guide, older elementary students can complete this project with minimal adult supervision.
Group Project - With separate steps and activities, students could easily split this up into different parts and create their own group pumpkin patch.
Science Fair Project - Looking for an economics-focused fair project? Try this one this fall!
Grab the full Pumpkin Life Cycle Art & Crafts Bundle here!
Please enjoy!
-Abbey Allen
ARTventurous Animals
TOTAL PAGES: 17 pages
ANSWER KEY: Included
FORMAT: PDF printable
GRADE LEVELS: 1st-5th grade
SUBJECTS: Social Studies, Math, Autumn, Seasonal
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