Grades 3–8 (Kit)
Grow curiosity with science you can see! Students investigate the importance of light in plant growth by building their own desktop greenhouses. This hands-on experiment helps learners explore photosynthesis, light energy, and plant needs in a fun, memorable way.
The kit provides everything needed for small groups to design and test their own greenhouse environments, making it easy for teachers to guide inquiry-based learning. Students will compare how plants grow in light versus darkness and record their observations, strengthening connections between agriculture, plant science, and real-world food production.
Looking for a smaller version for a demonstration or individual student? Try the Mini Desktop Greenhouse Kit.
Kit Contents
- Clear plastic cups with lids
- Black plastic cups
- Black electrical tape
- Black cardstock circles
- Jiffy 7 peat pellets
- Alfalfa seeds
- White 5mm LED lights
- 3-volt coin cell batteries
Includes enough materials for 30 students working in pairs.
Lesson Plans
Use this kit with the featured lesson: Desktop Greenhouses.
Find more lessons on the National Agricultural Literacy Curriculum Matrix.
