Plan
Choose a plant and decide which conditions to monitor.
IoT · Environment
Smart Plant Monitoring
Build a sensor-based plant monitor and investigate how environmental conditions affect growth. Use measurements to understand when a plant needs attention.
THE BIG QUESTIONHow can data help us
How can data help us
care for a plant?
This project connects a physical system with decisions made through sensors or code.
Components to explore
- Plant and growing container
- Soil moisture sensor
- Temperature sensor
- Controller and display or connected device
An illustrative component list for planning. Specific parts and compatibility depend on the selected classroom kit.
From concept to creation.
Use these steps to plan a guided classroom build. Follow the instructions supplied with your equipment.
Build
Connect the sensors and check the readings.
Program
Set a moisture threshold and display an alert.
Test & improve
Observe changes over time and explain what the data means.
GO BEYOND “IT WORKS”Ask. Test.
Ask. Test.
Explain.
Invite students to describe what changed and support their decisions with observations.
- What input changes the way your project behaves?
- How would you test whether it works reliably?
- Which part would you change to improve the result?
- Where might a similar system be useful in the real world?
CONNECT THE PROJECT TO A PROGRAM
Explore the programIoT & Smart Systems
Create smart devices and explore the connected world.
LET’S CREATE WHAT’S NEXT
Bring this build to your classroom.
Let’s shape a hands-on learning experience around your students and your school.