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Our Programs

Hands‑on, food‑focused learning that helps students and communities make their mark.

At Mark‑It Makers, we bridge plate to pencil—turning farm‑based experiences into creative, mindful learning that empowers every learner to make their mark on a healthier, more vibrant future.

Student-Run Farmers Market

Students plant, plan, calculate, design, and promote their way to a market they bring to life themselves.

What students learn:

  • Math & Market Data: unit price, budgeting, weighing, inventory, revenue tracking

  • Science & Sustainability: plant biology, soil health, pollinators, composting

  • Communication & Leadership: customer service, announcements, teamwork

  • Design & Creativity: posters, labels, recipe cards, logos

  • Entrepreneurship: decision‑making, planning, problem‑solving

Format: 5–10 weeks (1–2 sessions/week)
Best for: Grades 1–8, after‑school programs, STEM blocks, garden classes

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Students don’t just sell produce—they discover their voice, build confidence, and create something meaningful for their community.

Market Math Labs

Applied math that feels real, relevant,  fun and comes to life when there’s a grocery basket involved.

Hands‑on sessions where students use real produce to solve market‑based math challenges and offers a mobile, interactive simulation that teaches students the essential "Invisible Skills" of adulthood.

Skills: fractions, unit rate, graphing, multi‑step problems, comparison shopping, budgeting

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Why Educators Love It:

 * Tactile Math: We replace worksheets with price tags and scales. Students practice decimals, percentages, and estimation in a high-stakes, fun environment.

 * Executive Functioning: Navigating a "market" requires planning, focus, and decision-making—skills that translate directly to better classroom behavior.

 * Food Literacy: By teaching kids how to shop for raw ingredients, we empower them to make healthier choices outside of school walls.

 

We aren't just teaching kids how to buy food; we are teaching them how to navigate the world with confidence and a budget


Formats: single session or multi‑session series
Best for: grades 1–6, STEM days, enrichment blocks

Community Workshops & Farmers’ Market Activations

 

Farm‑based learning for families, children, adults, and community spaces.We bring hands‑on, food‑centered workshops to:

  • Farmers’ markets

  • Libraries

  • Parks & recreation centers

  • Senior centers

  • Youth programs

  • Community festivals

 

Workshop Themes Include:

  • Seed Starting Lab

  • Fruit & Veggie Discovery Station

  • Herbal Water Bar

  • Recipe Card Art Lab

  • Garden Journaling & Mindfulness

  • Grow Your Own Herbs

  • Wreath Making

Formats: 

  •  Pop‑up station (1–3 hours)

  • Structured workshop (45–75 mins)

  • Seasonal workshop series

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These workshops create joyful moments of connection between families, food stories, and local agriculture.

Farmers Market

Community Food Day Pop‑Ups

 

A small taste of what a full market can become.

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A mini‑market experience that includes tastings, simple stations, recipe cards, and student‑friendly produce exploration. Schools love this as:

  • A kickoff to the growing season

  • A way to build excitement before launching a full market

  • A family night or wellness event activation

Which Program is Right For You?

Schools: Student‑Run Market Residency, Math Labs, Design Studio
Farmers’ Markets: Pop‑Up Stations, Seasonal Workshop Series
Community Centers: Herb Growing, Printmaking, Tasting Labs
Libraries: Seed Labs, Story Zines, Botanical Art
Senior Centers: Memory Collage, Gentle Crafts, Herb Workshops, Wreath Making

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Wherever learning meets food, Mark‑It Makers helps people plant ideas, spark creativity, and make their mark.

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