Curriculum Overview
A complete framework for school garden programs and environmental education across all grade levels.
K-12 Framework
School Garden Curriculum
Dilulu's school garden curriculum provides a comprehensive framework for integrating gardening and environmental education into classroom learning. Designed to be flexible and adaptable, the curriculum supports teachers in using school gardens as living classrooms that bring core subjects to life.
The curriculum is organized by grade bands, with developmentally appropriate activities that build on each other from early childhood through secondary school.
Grade Bands
What Students Learn
Early Years (K-2)
Sensory exploration, basic plant needs, caring for living things, seasonal observation.
Lower Primary (Grades 3-4)
Plant life cycles, soil basics, water conservation, healthy eating, garden journaling.
Upper Primary (Grades 5-6)
Ecosystems and biodiversity, composting science, food systems, nutrition, garden planning.
Junior Secondary (Grades 7-9)
Soil chemistry, plant biology, climate and agriculture, food justice, garden design.
Senior Secondary (Grades 10-12)
Agroecology, sustainable agriculture, environmental science, community food security, leadership.
Community Education
Adult learning, farmer field schools, community workshops, train-the-trainer programs.
Cross-Cutting Themes
Environmental StewardshipFood SovereigntyTraditional KnowledgeClimate ResilienceNutrition & HealthCommunity Engagement
Explore the Full Curriculum
Dive into detailed lesson plans, activities, and assessment guidance for every grade band.