Students explore botany by completing KWL worksheets. In this seed transportation instructional activity, students define a list of vocabulary terms associated with botany and seedlings before completing worksheets based on assigned...

First graders discover the anatomy of a plant by labeling a picture.  In this botany lesson, 1st graders examine and dissect several real plants in class and define their different parts.  Students utilize the Internet to view...

Students discover Irish heritage by planting seeds.  In this botany lesson, students utilize a shamrock cookie cutter to create a form which they can grow alfalfa inside.  Students observe the plant growing over the next few...

Students discover the importance of seeds in relationship to nature.  In this plant growth lesson plan, students create a collection of seeds and discover the best type of environment to plant them.  Students plant their own...

Students explore agriculture by participating in a plant growth activity. In this botany lesson plan, students discuss what types of plants grow in their local environment and what the plants need to survive. Students read assigned text...

Students describe biology by identifying different plants in class. In this seed lesson, students discuss the process of how a plant grows from seed to leaves. Students attend a field trip to their garden or another park and collect a...

Students observe earth science by participating in a planting activity. In this seeds lesson, students identify the process for seeds to transform into plants which eventually produce food. Students sow seeds in the ground and eventually...

Students explain the stages of the plant growth cycle, and create a slide show to chart the stages of growth.

Students discover how plants spread their seeds using other plants and animals. In this plant lesson, students role play different plants and how their seeds travel. Students then have a class discussion to ensure their understanding.

Students explore agriculture by researching different seeds. In this seed identification lesson, students collaborate in small groups to analyze a package of different seeds. Students utilize a magnifying glass to examine each seed...

Learners explore botany by conducting an investigation in class. In this seeds activity, students utilize lima bean seeds and magnifying glasses to examine the different parts of a seed after it has been dissected. Learners compare...

Dirt babies are an excellent way to show young botanists the plant life cycle. They explore the functions and industry behind grasses before growing some of their own. Use the informational text here and consider implementing some...

Students role play as text book creators by designing an animation showing plant growth from seed to maturity. They incorporate things that plants need to grow in the animation.

Students explore environmental protection by conducting a research experiment in class. In this botany instructional activity, students identify the necessities for growing a plant indoors and create a small terrarium for their plant....

Students examine the life cycle of plants. In this plants lesson, students identify the various stages of plants and their parts. Students compare the life cycle of a plant with that of an animal. Activities suggested can be modified for...

Students discover the process of planting chili. After comparing two types of seeds students plant and with the use of a digital camera, record the seed progress. When ready for transplant, students take young plants to a retirement...

Fifth graders explore plant characteristics by viewing a flower and seed presentation. For this environmental adaptation lesson, 5th graders identify specific traits plants have in order to allow them to grow in different climates...

Students investigate the life cycle of plants by growing their own in class.  In this botany lesson, students practice using plant vocabulary while they grow their own Wisconsin Fast Plants.  Students collaboratively build a...

Young scholars explore botany by participating in a seed experiment. In this plant nutrition activity, students define several science experiment vocabulary terms like observation, treatment, and replicate. Young scholars utilize soaked...

Students identify the uses of plants by researching Native Americans. In this First Nations culture instructional activity, students identify the First Nations coastal people of British Columbia and their use of plants such as seaweed,...

Students investigate agriculture by reading a book.  In this plant life lesson plan, students read the book Growing Vegetable Soup by Louis Ehlert, and examine the ingredients used in the book's soup.  Students create an...

Students explore the concept of animal welfare. In this wild animal habitats lesson, students discover the work of wild animals in sustaining their habitats as they participate in a classroom simulation. Students discuss how wildlife...

Young scholars discover gardening by documenting plants grown on school grounds.  In this botany instructional activity, students utilize digital cameras to capture images of plants on photo hikes which are turned into a slide show....

Students identify the necessary factors for seed germination and plant growth in a game format.