Exciting News: Expanded STEAM Gardening Activity Cards Are Coming Soon!

 

Hortiki Plants, a leader in eco-friendly and educational gardening kits, is thrilled to announce the expansion of its popular gardening activity series with four new STEAM-focused Kids Cards. Designed to bring hands-on fun to Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math (STEAM), these new activity cards empower educators, families, and kids to explore creative and engaging learning opportunities through gardening.

 

New Activities for STEAM Exploration

Expanding on the success of the Lettuce Card—where kids learn about hydroponics through a DIY growing system—Hortiki Plants introduces four new cards:

• Microgreens & Technology: Explore phototropism, the way plants grow in response to light, using flashlights to simulate artificial light.
• Peas & Engineering: Build a trellis to support pea plants, mirroring how engineers design structures for support.
• Wheatgrass & Math: Measure and graph wheatgrass growth, bringing real-world data to life.
• Beet Art & Reducing Waste: Create natural dyes from beets while learning sustainability through reducing food waste.

These cards can be used individually or as part of a week-long series, making them perfect for winter break camps, Earth Week, or summer programming. Suggested for grades 2-4, each activity stands alone, allowing for flexible scheduling that works for all students.

Click here to view a sample of our Kid's Lettuce Card.

 

 

Kid-Friendly Recipes with Health and Safety in Mind

In a groundbreaking addition, Hortiki Plants has designed all recipes in this activity series to be diabetic- and allergy-friendly, addressing the needs of millions of children in the U.S.

• Diabetic-Friendly Recipes: Each recipe includes clearly labeled carbohydrate counts, making meal planning easier for families managing diabetes. This is a crucial feature, as calculating carbs can be especially challenging with many recipes.
• Allergy-Friendly Options: Recipes include a detailed list of allergens, such as nuts, dairy, or gluten, allowing parents and educators to see at a glance which recipes are safe for their kids.

Approximately 283,000 U.S. children and teens under age 20 are living with diabetes, and 1 in 13 children is impacted by food allergies. These recipes ensure accessibility and inclusivity while teaching kids how to grow and prepare healthy, plant-based meals.

Recipes include fun, simple dishes like wheatgrass juice popsicles and beet hummus dip, with MyPlate connections that encourage balanced eating and introduce essential nutrients to support healthy growth, immune function, and sustained energy.

Comprehensive Facilitator Tools for Educators

Hortiki Plants’ STEAM Kids Cards come with facilitator resources that make implementation seamless and impactful:

• Standards-aligned lesson plans (Common Core and Next Generation Science Standards).
• Social Emotional Learning (SEL) and horticultural therapy connections that promote mindfulness, patience, and focus.
• Pre-made quizzes, facilitator surveys, and automated reporting tools for easy progress tracking.

Facilitators also gain access to exclusive online materials, including printable worksheets and evaluations to enhance their programs.

Click here to learn more about our FREE facilitator resources.

 

 

Horticultural Therapy for Wellness

Every activity incorporates science-backed horticultural therapy practices, helping kids develop wellness skills through gardening. From observing plant growth to creating natural dyes, these activities foster calm, focus, and mindfulness—key benefits for overall well-being. Hortiki Plants is a proud member of the Mid-Atlantic Horticultural Therapy Network (MAHTN), ensuring that its programs reflect the latest advancements in plant-based therapeutic techniques.

Flexible Program Options and Pre-Order Bonuses

The new STEAM Kids Cards will be release in December and January. Sign up for our newsletter to receive updates for all our product launches and special events.

Facilitators interested in accessing these resources sooner can contact Hortiki Plants to discuss custom timelines and program needs. Email: contact@hortikiplants.com or schedule a call with us to discuss your program's needs in detail.