Discover how farming relates to math and science

At Spencer-Peirce-Little Farm

In this math and science-focused program, students explore current and historic farming practices through a variety of hands-on activities at Spencer-Peirce-Little Farm. Students use all their senses while conducting scientific field experiments; discovering the principles of weights, measures, and simple machines..

Students may also work in the pollinator garden planting, weeding, or harvesting, depending on time of year.

Program Details

Offered Weekdays, April – October

Length: 2.5 hours

Cost: $12.00 per student.

Maximum Group Size: 100 students

Type of Program: Field Trips, Scouts

Related Topics: Environment, Farming

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Curriculum Links 

History and Social Science

Grade 3

T1.01, 02

T2.03

T3.01, 03

T5.01, 02, 03, 04

Grade 4

T3.01

T4.03, 04

T4a.04, 04

Grade 5

T1.01, 02, 03