Education Resources

This curriculum is appropriate for students in Kindergarten. Kindergarteners will be introduced to information about furry and feathered friends on the farm!  Animals are much different from us, but need food, shelter, love.

Fourth graders will learn about the evolution of farming from the 1900’s until now. They will develop an understanding of the diversity of the United States and how that influences what each state is able to produce.

Eighth graders will have the opportunity to work toward a better future for the NBHF. Using maps and other resources, students will propose suggestions for improvements on the farm after learning about the big 2020 improvement.

1st graders will understand crop differences by comparing apples to pumpkins & learn how crop’s uniqueness can be capitalized on when processing them into items we use each day. 

Fifth graders will learn about farming crops from beginning to end. From caring for the soil, to harvesting, and sharing those crops with others, students will gain insight to the saying, “Farm to Table”.

Second graders will be learning the basics of a heathy lifestyle and apply what they learned into real life situations by suggesting to Norman Borlaug what he should eat and how he should exercise.

Sixth graders will gain an understanding of the domestication of animals. Over time, Americans have learned how to work with animals. That is why we can use their strengths improve lives.

Third graders will be learning the basics of preparing a meal. After these lessons, students should thoroughly understand the various food groups within a meal and how to prepare a meal using measuring techniques.

Seventh graders will become away of the future successes and stresses on our world. Technology can make things very easy, however, our population is putting a lot of stress on farmers to do more than they ever have before.