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Three Sisters Companion Planting

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Grades

4

Subjects

First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Studies Science & Technology

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Lesson Plan

In learning about plant growth and change, it is always fun for students to enjoy discovery learning and immerse themselves in a hands-on project. With this concept in mind, students will have the experience of nurturing plants through one complete life-cycle; from seed to seed, of a “Three Sisters” garden. This companion planting method is one that members of the Iroquois confederacy has used for centuries. If you have the opportunity it is fun to work in a community garden space at your school, otherwise students will need to prepare and complete the growing portion of the project in their home gardens.

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