What better way to celebrate St. Patrick's Day than growing your own greens? And not just regular greens, but greens on a sponge. Yes! On a sponge, plants can grow. Have a go at this activity and join others in turning green for this celebration!

Category: Agriculture

Grade Level: K, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th

File Type: PDF

Language: English

Pages: 7

$3.99

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Description

This activity will help sharpen your students' observation skills while slowly discovering how seeds germinate. This is the ideal introduction to younger students in agriculture and is perfect for enhancing the older students' hypothesizing skills.

Objectives
Students should be able to germinate watercress seeds by planting them on a damp sponge.
Materials & Supplies
Sponge, Cutter, Black marker, Water Spray bottle, Watercress seeds, Disposable Rectangular Tin Foil Baking Pans, Printed Observation Sheet