A greenhouse is a structure that produces a microclimate ideal for plant growth. It can be used to grow plants or to care them throughout their life. Greenhouses protect crops from too much heat or cold and shield their inhabitants from storms and harsh weather. In other words, it helps to control temperature, humidity and luminosity, three very important factors in the development of plants. They also help keep out damaging pests.

Undoubtedly, in-home greenhouses are the best way of ensuring the quality of fruits and vegetables. In addition, when creating a greenhouse from recycled or reused materials environmental impact is reduced.

With this activity learners will not only learn how to make a small homemade greenhouse and how to provide plants with the perfect atmosphere for their growth but they will also become aware of the importance of reusing objects, of reducing plastic consumption and of responsible consumption. This activity can be developed individually by learners or as a group activity, and its objective is to teach learners how to create a small in-home greenhouse, and to raise awareness on self-consumption and reduction of the environmental impact.