How do we name things?

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In this activity, learners will learn a bit about botany as the explore botanical names and common names of plants. They will try their hand at naming plants themselves, and then attempt to match common names with images of the plants. Activity includes instructions, cutout matching cards, and an answer key. This activity is best completed in a small group.

Quick Guide

Preparation Time:
5 to 10 minutes
Learning Time:
10 to 30 minutes
Estimated Materials Cost:
1 cent - $1 per group of students
Age Range:
Ages 11 - 18
Resource Type:
Activity
Language:
English

Materials List (per group of students)

  • Flower card printouts
  • Flower name printouts
  • Scissors
  • A writing utensil
  • Internet access

Keywords

Subjects

  • Life Sciences
    • Diversity of Life

Informal Categories

  • Gardening

Other

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Access Rights:

  • Free access

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Source Collection

  • COSI Connects

Rights:

  • All rights reserved, COSI, 2021

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