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Farming 1: Farming Machines

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Second graders explore different farm machines. In this farm lesson, 2nd graders discover the importance of farmers, and crops. Students discuss healthy eating and how crops are packaged. Students read books about farms and how bread is made. Students create posters to promote farm equipment.

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crops, harvesting, planting

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crops, cultivating, farm machines, harvesting, planting, science
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Grade
2nd
Subjects
Science
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For Teacher Use
Duration
2 days
Instructional Strategy
Project-Based Learning
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