Pumpkin Time
Students observe growth and decomposition while learning about and growing pumpkins. This theme is tied to both literacy and math lessons during the pumpkin season.
OBJECTIVE
Students will:
- Learn about the life cycle of a pumpkin.
- Observe growth and decomposition.
- Learn where food comes from.
- Practice early reading skills through a shared reading.
- Estimate the circumference of a pumpkin.
- Compare their estimation to those of their classmates.
- Measure familiar objects in the school.
- Record measurements.
LESSONS FOR THIS UNIT
Lesson 1: Observing the Pumpkin Cycle
Lesson 2: Measuring Pumpkins and Our World
REPRODUCIBLES
Student Observation Journals (PDF)
The Official Measure-the-School Book (PDF)
CULMINATING ACTIVITY
Have a Pumpkin Party and eat some of the many foods that can be made with pumpkins. Invite students to bring Jack-o-lanterns to set the mood.
SUPPORTING BOOKS





