The Self-Watering Terrarium
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Community Science Workshop Network
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In this biology/ecology activity, learners construct a terrarium out of a tennis ball container. This terrarium is unique because it never has to be watered. Learners will enjoy watching their seeds grow as they learn about germination, habitats, and what living things need to survive.
- Under 5 minutes
- 1 to 4 weeks
- $1 - $5 per student
- Ages 6 - 11
- Activity, Experiment/Lab Activity, Lesson/Lesson Plan
- English
Quick Guide
Materials List (per student)
- 1 tennis ball container with lid
- 1/4 cup sand
- 1 1/4 cup soil
- 1 bean
- grass seeds
- water
- warm, sunny spot
Subjects
- Engineering and Technology
- Engineering
- Agricultural Engineering
- Engineering
- Life Sciences
- Diversity of Life
- Plants
- Ecology
- Ecosystems
- Diversity of Life
- The Nature of Science
- The Scientific Process
- Conducting Investigations
- The Scientific Process
Informal Categories
- Gardening
- Nature and Environment
- Outdoor Activity
Audience
To use this activity, learners need to:
- see
- touch
Learning styles supported:
- Involves hands-on or lab activities
Other
Components that are part of this resource:
Includes alignment to state and/or national standards
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Access Rights:
- Free access
By:
- Mission Science Workshop
Rights:
- All Rights Reserved, Mission Science Workshop, ©2012
