Curated OER
6: Parts of a Flower
Students draw and label the parts of a flower using a coin from the Northern Mariana Islands. In this flower parts lesson, students look at a transparency of the reverse side of a quarter from the Mariana lslands. They discuss the...
Curated OER
Relating Maya
Students read about the bags that the Maya people made and about how reusing bags can help save our environment. In this environment lesson plan, students read and discuss conservation and observe pictures.
Curated OER
Making Cordage (Native Americans)
Young scholars make Native American cordage. In this Native American instructional activity, students use different fibers to make and test the strength of their cordage.
Royal Botanic Gardens
Plant Cultures: Cotton
Cotton is used to make over 40% of the world's textiles. You will find many interesting facts and a wealth of information about cotton on this informative resource.