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From the Ground Up
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In this plant science activity, learners conduct four experiments to observe how plants respond to sunlight and gravity.

Lupine and Butterflies
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In this two-part activity about the connection between the lupine plant and butterflies, learners first read "Miss Rumphius," a storybook about lupine by Barbara Cooney.

Life in the Sidewalk Cracks
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In this activity, learners compare plant and animal life in different habitats including a sidewalk crack and lawn. Learners sort human-made materials and natural materials found in each habitat.

A Balancing Act
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In this plant science activity, learners role play as vegetables and weeds competing for nutrients.

Composting
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In this environmental science activity, learners research what is essential for plant life and the necessary components of soil to support plants.

Whatta Web
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In this activity, learners play a game to simulate the food chain.

Skin Deep
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In this activity, learners explore how to protect their skin while applying pesticides to plants.

Exploring an Ecosystem
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In this ecology activity, learners make a model water-based ecosystem called a terraqua column. The column (in a large soda bottle) includes pond water, duckweed, sand or gravel, and small snails.