Guide to Teaching Fleischman's Seedfolks is a great general resource, including discussion questions and activities across the curriculum.
I like Scholastic's Lesson Extension, but I think it would be ideal to pair the discussion with hands on experience. Are there any community garden's nearby that you could visit, learn about its origin/life, and help out at? Are there any community projects happening that your class could participate in? Find local volunteer opportunities at Hands on Portland or Volunteer Match. After volunteering, discuss the origins of the project and the role their actions have in the greater picture.
Or take a holistic approach to the book and let the student create their own Seedfolks story by researching their family history, writing their own chapter and creating a class community garden. This is definitely my favorite!
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