Mini Farmers - Term 4, 2023

9am – 3pm | ages 5 to 12 yrs

• Friday 20 October - Farming with the Seasons and Weather

We discuss planting with the seasons, climate, extreme weather, regenerative agriculture and indigenous perspectives. We do a weaving activity and cook a pesto pasta lunch.

• Friday 27 October - The Sun and the Moon

We talk about the relationship between plants and the sun and moon, planting with the moon phase, and plants that need varied amounts of sunlight. In craft we make a sun catcher and a mosaic.

• Friday 3 November - Photosynthesis

We learn about photosynthesis, where plants get their energy from and the importance of plants and biodiversity. We perform a drama skit and create a poster.

• Friday 10 November - Pollination

We discover pollination, plant life cycles, food security and all about attracting pollinating friendly insects and animals. We do some flower pounding and make some recycled crafts.

• Friday 17 November - Compost and Soil Health

We find out about compost, soils, healthy soil microbiomes, and worm farms. We get hands on with clay in craft.

• Friday 24 November - Minibeasts

We classify our small farm friends and go on a minibeast hunt around The Farm. Are they an arthropod, mollusc or annelid? In craft, we make an insect motel and do some recycled crafting.

• Friday 1 December - Playing with Fibre

Which fibres can be used for what purpose? We learn about indigenous perspectives, the history of weaving and all about how plant fibres are farmed. In craft we do some paper making and weaving.

• Friday 8 December - Biodiversity

We learn about biodiversity and discuss the differences between monocropping and regenerative agriculture, as well as how we can restore biodiversity in our flora and fauna. We make flower press and nature journal.

$600 Term Booking (8 sessions - receive a 42% discount)
$130 per individual day session

Welcome to Term 4, it has been an wonderful year, thank you to all families who have joined us throughout Terms 1-3.

This Term our focus remains on farming practices across an broad scope of topics from planting with the seasons to biodiversity. Our program will run over 8 weeks. Children and teachers will learn together through rich discussion and the sharing of knowledge. Children will get plenty of hands on experience as we explore The Farm, tend to the animals and upkeep our own small garden plot.  Each week children will do craft projects, that may sometimes span across several weeks. Upon completion, there will be some treasured items to take home.

As always, the program also includes time to play outdoors, build friendships and learn in nature. There are breaks throughout the day for food, water and relaxation. We look forward to another successful and FUN term at Farm Kids.

What to bring
Children will need:

• Sturdy walking shoes
• Raincoat
• Sunhat
• Healthy lunch box and water bottle for the day
• Backpack (to carry above)
• All items need to be labelled

Where to meet
We will meet at the Farm House opposite the restaurant. Please look out for the signs to guide you.

Ages
These workshops are appropriate for children who are interested in farming, energetic and willing to work. Ages 5 to 12 years.

Extra Service
If you are a working parent please discuss with the Farm Kids Manager if you need your child to start early or finish later than the designated program time so as to get to and from work. For an extra fee this can be arranged.

Private Workshops
Please don’t forget that if you cannot make it to our planned workshops we can tailor a workshop especially for your group. Email farmkids@thefarm.com.au for more details.