The 4Roots Homeschool Days program brings learning to life through hands-on experiences in the garden and beyond. Through seasonal, interactive activities, students explore agriculture and the environment in a way that encourages curiosity, creativity, and real-world connection.
Designed for a range of ages, our program blends playful discovery with meaningful learning as students dive deeper into agriculture and related sciences. Each experience is designed to build practical skills while fostering a greater understanding of sustainability, engineering, and the natural world.
December | Agriculture Around the World
Learn about the Agricultural revolution and all the different ways agriculture came to be. Students will explore early crops, the first domesticated animals, and discover the techniques our ancestors used to plant, harvest, and thrive.
Session activities:
🌿Simulate life as a hunter and gatherer
💧Learn about early irrigation methods in the Fertile Crescent
🐑 Explore early domestication of animals and the value they provided
🪷Experiment with alternative agricultural practices and create their own chinampa (floating garden) or hanging garden.