Lifeskills Challenge

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Challenge	Level	NLH
Soil permeability - for plant growth The learner will understand that plants need water to survive, develop and grow. They will develop an understanding of different soil types and observe their permeability.	Entry 1	10
Plant identification - introduction The learner will build on Plant identification - basic, further exploring basic plant structure and introducing basic identification of trees through observation and time of the year.	Entry 1	10
Plant identification - flowers The learner will participate in a project to develop their understanding of plant identification with a focus on flowers. They will produce a workbook to display their favourite flowers.	Entry 2	20
Pest identification The learner will be able to identify common garden pests and the positive and negative effect they have on plants and flowers.	Entry 2	10
Soil conditions for plant growth The learner will participate in a project to investigate the soil conditions required for optimal growth of a plant. They will produce a workbook to keep a project record and display their results.	Entry 2	30
Participate in gardening activities Learners will be able to locate gardening equipment and care for plants.	Entry 2	10
Animal Care - Knowledge of Pets Learners will be able to state the specific needs and care requirements of a variety of pets	Entry 2	10
Farm animals and livestock Learners will be able to identify animals kept on farms, key aspects of their care and the products they provide	Entry 2	10
Growing plants and produce under glass Learners will be able to identify plants and produce grown under glass. Learners will also participate in horticultural activities using tools and equipment.	Entry 2	10
Participate in producing kindling learners will participate in making kindling to sell, by recycling wooden pallets	Entry 2	20
Group Nature Project Learners will work with others on a group nature project.	Entry 2	10
Horticulture- Preparing a site Learners will clear and prepare an area of ground ready for planting and demonstrate they can work safely.	Entry 2	10
Horticulture - care of tools and team work The learner will show they can clean and store tools appropriately and that they can work as a member of a team.	Entry 2	10
Farm machinery and equipment Learners will be able to identify items of farm machinery or equipment, what they are used for and requirements for their safe use.	Entry 2	10
Farm machinery and equipment Learners will be able to identify items of farm machinery or equipment, how they are used and requirements for their safe use including their care or maintenance.	Entry 3	10
Forage for fruit ready to make preserves Learner will be able to forage safely for fruit and demonstrate knowledge of the benefits of making preserves.	Entry 3	10
Growing plants and produce under glass Learners will be able to identify plants and produce grown under glass. Learners will also participate in horticultural activities using tools and equipment.	Entry 3	10
Farm animals and livestock Learners will be able to identify animals kept on farms, key aspects of their care and the products they provide	Entry 3	10
Animal Care - Knowledge of Pets Learners will be able to state the specific needs and care requirements of a variety of pets	Entry 3	10
Participate in gardening activities Learners will be able to use gardening equipment safely, identify plants and participate in growing a range of plants.	Entry 3	20